R980XR + DST30P + RL-8500 + Weights

R980XR

If you want the space-saving benefits of the R980AT without the addition of an assist-tower, then the R980XR is the perfect alternative tire changer. The R980XR is great for general repairs on a wide range of tires, including racing tires, pickup trucks and tire beads that don’t have a lot of fight in them. The electric turntable makes tire changes happen faster, and by controlling the speeds, your low-profile and run-flat beads will have time to relax.

This tire changer features the latest in design and wheel service technology, providing the best value and performance in its class. The powerful motor and gearbox work systematically at a controlled speed for simple tire removal and installation. Ergonomic controls are conveniently placed to minimize excessive reaching, walking, or bending. This results in an increased efficiency throughout the shop which means more jobs per day, and increased revenue. Large storage trays provide ample space for wheel weights, tools, and accessories on this tire changer.

The R980XR has been designed with a high-torque electric turntable to make tire changes happen as fast as possible. They offer faster speeds and reversible direction to keep you moving. By controlling the speeds, your low-profile and run-flat beads have time to relax, all but eliminating the main cause of tire damage.

The R980XR has an improved electric motor and comes equipped with the best of proven technologies, including rugged copper rotor construction, high-quality bearings, thermal-cool epoxy insulation, and durable rolled steel frames.

This expertly crafted tire changer is made up of many high-quality components such as, stainless steel and aluminum pneumatic cylinders which are designed to reduce machine vibration and provide low-friction and long-life operation. Internal end-of-stroke cushions come standard and offer extra cushioning at the end of each full stroke which will reduce wear on seals, wear bands, and piston rods.

Bilateral pneumatic accelerators offer incredible bead-breaker speeds, even when in reverse. The stainless-steel bead-breaker cylinder doesn’t react with moisture in the air, so there’s never a risk of corrosion due to condensation. A multi-axis, adjustable blade allows operators multi-angle tire capacity, as well as a large, dual-flange axle which completely eliminates blade flex and premature failure. The blade settings can be adjusted according to individual user preferences, a crucial design feature that permits a larger variety of tire and wheel combos.

Industrial-grade, 45-micron, pneumatic control valves feature die cast and machined bodies constructed from zinc and aluminum. High-performance polyurethane seals and self-lubricating Teflon piston guides extend life of the tire changer while improving overall performance. The valve plungers featured on the R980XR have muffled extrication ports that direct any dirt or contamination accumulated on the outside perimeter of the spool to be automatically blown away each time the valve goes into the release position.

When you get Ranger, you also get Ranger’s exclusive RimGuard wheel clamps. They can expand up to 30”. The wheel clamps are made from high-quality hardened steel, and they feature two sets of multi-teeth jaws, internal and external, as well as vertical mounting bolts that let you change tires quickly. Ranger Next Gen tire changers feature high-pressure polyurethane pneumatic tubing. The tubing is loaded with a seamless bore for better flow rates, high abrasion resistance, high burst tolerance, and maximum kink resistance.

An exclusive feature to Ranger tire changers is the TurboBlast bead seating system. It forces air to help seat stubborn beads. Using a powerful blast from an attached hose, the non-marring nylon discharge barrel features a contoured tab that will lock securely on the edge of the rim for better control during air discharge between the tire and wheel. The R980XR also features a welded-steel, eight-gallon surge tank which is always ready for heavy-duty use and extremely fast charge times.

A newly designed, maintenance-free gearbox features a large oil and grease reservoir that assists in providing efficient heat dissipation and improved lubrication for longer service life. You’ll get leak-free venting because of the internal baffles and the constant seating stress flange gasket. The rugged gearbox enclosure is precision-milled for precise alignment of horizontal and vertical bases and features precision helical gears that operate much more smoothly and quietly than typical spur gear transmission.

DST30P

The DST30P is capable of accurately and efficiently calibrating wheel and tire configurations. This wheel balancer can handle wheels up to 30” in diameter. By utilizing the Direct-Axis drive system, the DST30P keeps running smoothly over time. It features a single belt which connects the motor and unbalance sensor, thereby eliminating most maintenance costs during your wheel balancer’s many years of service. The highly visible LED displays show you exactly where to place the weights in seconds flat. The indicators let you see weight positions when the mounted wheel is rolled top-dead-center.

The Direct-Axis drive system helps ensure that the DST30P keeps running smoothly over time. A single belt connects the motor and unbalance sensor, which eliminates most maintenance costs during your wheel balancer’s many years of service.

The DST30P doubles the potential placement for wheel weights while still maintaining a space-conscious and cost-effective shop solution. It features dynamic, static, and ALU balancing modes which come standard on each unit. It also boasts dual plane calibration for all OEM configurations and performance wheels.

Ranger’s proprietary Digital Sensor Technology includes a 16-digit digital sensor processor and single-chip technology which results in better speed and accuracy in your readings. OEM and performance wheels require this sort of intuitive technology for proper balancing in your readings, so make sure that any wheel balancer you choose is fully capable of servicing these specialized wheel types.

Dual-component piezoelectric quartz load sensors and a digital rotation encoder measure longitudinal, transversal, and shear effects for multi-directional force unbalance detection. The piezoelectric force sensors are some of the most sensitive that Ranger has ever developed, and they offer superior stability and fatigue resistance for unlimited service life with your wheel balancer. High-rigidity quartz crystal sensors offer high frequency detection in all three measured directions.

You’ll be able to work on essentially all wheel types since you’ll have a diverse arrangement of hardened-steel mounting cones. Some wheel types you can get to work on include most light trucks and SUVs. A rubber “Quick-Nut” bell adapter, with a non-marring rear cone mount pressure cup, holds mounted wheels securely in place, and is sure to not accidentally damage tires or wheels during balancing procedures.

The DST30P wheel balancer tooling package includes car and light truck cones, as well as a heavy-duty truck cone. This high-quality package comes complete with three “smaller” cones: 1.75” - 2.75”, 2.75” - 3.50” and 3.50” - 4.25”, in addition to one truck cone 4.50”-5.00”. Once an optional accessory, the 4.5”-5.0” truck cone now comes standard.

Ranger has taken the touch-pad display panel on the DST-2420 wheel balancer and raised it up, tower-style, for the DST30P. This design improvement offers more flexibility in how you work. It has an extended, fully adjustable display which avoids the problem of glare that can shroud readouts on the screen, and it’ll ensure that differently abled operators will enjoy a more ergonomic experience as they calibrate tire and wheel configurations.

RL-8500

The high-quality RL-8500 combination brake lathe utilizes independent DC servo motors to control the cross-feed and spindle feed drives, thereby eliminating the need for complex mechanical gear boxes and transmissions that you’ll normally find on mechanically-driven brake lathes.

Quality, durability, and precision are what makes a Ranger product so special. For them, it’s not enough to make a high-quality product. They need to make a product that will consistently be offering solutions that makes the lives of technicians far easier.

The design of the RL-8500 was introduced nearly 40 years ago, and since then it has become a favorite of brake technicians everywhere. It’s simple, it’s quick, and it just keeps running. It features Ranger’s twin-cutter tool head with micrometer dials and quick drum-to-rotor changeover. The adjustable speed settings allow you to quickly rough-cut rotors or slowly give them a fine, smooth cut. An infinitely adjustable spindle-feed gear box provides variable speed settings, providing finish cuts that meet or exceed factory specs. Ranger’s negative rake tooling yields one-pass finish cuts every time, and the standard 1” arbor provides you with a multitude of tooling and adapter choices from either Ranger or other aftermarket suppliers.

Ranger has included a sturdy steel work bench at no additional charge. It also comes with large stool storage backboards so all of your adapters can hang within arms’ reach. There is also a durable multi-compartment toolbox that provides storage for all adapters and accessories. Keep your work area clean and safe with the large chip “catch” funnel and chip bin.

The RL-8500 comes fully loaded with everything you could possibly need. For example, it includes a micro-dial twin tool cutter, boring bar, inside floating adapters, self-aligning spacer, outside floating adapter, centering cones, spacers, double-taper adapters, hubless adapters, carbide cutting tools, 6-sided carbide cutting inserts, 1” arbor, arbor nut, backload spring, spare bulb for lamp, illustrated instructional manual, wrenches, high-impact anti-vibration bands and plastic storage case. Get more bang for your buck with the RL-8500.

Tape Weight Rolls

Ranger’s Stick-On-Steel weights offer an incredible fit, as well as a reliable and cost-effective choice. Their weights are designed to be corrosion resistant and have little impact on the environment. Show your customers that you’re working with quality by using an adhesive that is extra-sticky, lessening the chance of it becoming loose and falling off the wheel.

Ranger’s .25 oz. wheel weights are perfectly sized, and they’re weighted for most wheel balancing applications. If you pair them with a Ranger wheel balancer, you’ll never use more weight than necessary for a job. Their adhesive is extra-sticky, which lessens the chance of the weight falling off the wheel, and it’ll improve your level of customer service. Customers will know the quality difference when you service their vehicle with Ranger wheel weights.