Nylon Insert Rim Protection Kit for Duck-Head Tire Changer Mount/Demount Heads Key benefits - Prevents wheel damage: nylon inserts cover the metal mount head surfaces that contact rims, reducing scraping, gouging, and cosmetic damage during mounting and demounting. - Easier tire handling: the duck-head-shaped nylon insert improves tool contact and maneuverability when mounting or removing tires. - Simple conversion: replaces metal rollers or exposed steel on mount heads without modification. What it is - Durable nylon plastic inserts designed to fit inside most common tire changer mount/demount heads (duck-head style). - These mount/demount head inserts sit on the inside of the steel mount head and act as a protective barrier between the metal head and the wheel. Compatibility and function - Designed for use with most common tire changers that use duck-head-shaped metal mount/demount heads. - Replaces the metal roller that many machines came with originally; compatible with standard bolt-on setups. - No modification is needed; simply unbolt the steel roller and bolt in the nylon insert. Performance and attributes - Material: nylon plastic for low friction and wheel-friendly contact. - Protects alloy and painted rims from scratches and gouges caused by metal-to-wheel contact. - Easy to install and remove for maintenance or replacement. Typical applications - Automotive repair shops converting older tire changers with steel rollers to nylon-protected heads to reduce wheel damage during service. - Mobile tire services needing reliable rim protection on the go when changing or mounting tires on customer vehicles. - DIY or home garage use to protect expensive alloy wheels while performing tire changes. Installation notes - No special tools or modifications required; the insert is a bolt-on replacement for existing metal rollers. - Verify fit with your tire changer’s mount/demount head before installation; designed for most common duck-head-style heads. Included function summary - Protects wheels, improves handling, replaces metal roller, and installs without modification.