When it comes to keeping your tyre shop or garage running smoothly, having a reliable supply of high-quality consumables is essential. Tyre Bay Direct is here to meet those needs, offering a comprehensive range of tyre fitting consumables and equipment designed to support garages and tyre shops of all sizes. From the smallest consumables to essential equipment, we’ve got you covered.
The Importance of Reliable Tyre Fitting Consumables
Consumables may seem like small components in the overall operation of a garage, but they play a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of tyre fitting. Having a consistent stock of high-quality consumables like valves, wheel weights, and patches is not just about convenience; it’s about ensuring every tyre you fit is secure, balanced, and ready for the road.
At Tyre Bay Direct, we understand this, which is why we’ve developed a comprehensive offering tailored to meet the specific demands of the modern garage. Our range covers all the essentials needed to complete a tyre change efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.
Valves, Weights, and More – Everything You Need in One Place
Our product range includes a wide variety of valves, wheel weights, and patches to ensure that you’re never caught short when servicing your customers’ vehicles. Here’s a breakdown of what we offer:
Tyre Valves: From standard rubber valves to high-performance metal valves, our selection covers all vehicle types, ensuring you have the right fit for every job.
Wheel Weights: Whether you’re balancing alloy or steel wheels, we stock adhesive and clip-on weights in various sizes to suit your needs. High-quality wheel weights are crucial for ensuring smooth driving and reducing uneven tyre wear, so we only supply weights that meet stringent industry standards.
Patches and Repair Kits: For tyre repair, we offer a wide selection of patches, plugs, and kits. Ensuring you can handle punctures and repairs swiftly and reliably, our repair consumables are easy to use and highly durable, helping you extend the life of your customers’ tyres.
Adhesives and Sealants: We also provide the adhesives, bead sealants, and lubricants necessary for smooth tyre fitting. These products ensure secure sealing and easier tyre mounting and demounting, improving efficiency in the garage.
Convenience with 24/7 Online Ordering
One of the biggest advantages of purchasing from Tyre Bay Direct is the ease of ordering. We know how important it is for your garage to always have access to consumables, so we offer 24/7 online ordering through our easy-to-use website. No more waiting for regular business hours to stock up on the essentials you need. Whether you’re preparing for a busy day ahead or placing an order after closing time, our platform ensures you can order what you need, when you need it.
Our user-friendly website allows you to browse our extensive product range, add items to your cart, and check out within minutes. You’ll also find detailed product descriptions and images, so you know exactly what you’re getting. This convenience has made Tyre Bay Direct the preferred choice for tyre shops and garages across the UK.
Free Delivery on Consumable Orders Over £50
We understand that running a business comes with tight margins, and every little bit helps. That’s why we offer free delivery on all consumable orders over £50. Whether you’re ordering a few consumables or stocking up for the months ahead, we’ll get your products to you without any added shipping costs. Fast, free delivery means less downtime for your business and more time spent serving your customers.
More Than Just Consumables: Garage Equipment and Support
While we’re known for our consumables, Tyre Bay Direct is also your go-to source for garage equipment. We offer a wide range of tools and machines, from tyre changers and wheel balancers to compressors and lifting equipment. Our equipment is sourced from top manufacturers, ensuring you get reliable, high-performance equipment that can stand up to the demands of daily use.
The Tyre Bay Direct Way
When you choose Tyre Bay Direct, you’re choosing a partner who understands the day-to-day needs of your business. From our top-tier consumables to our 24/7 ordering platform and free delivery on consumable orders over £50, we make it easy to keep your garage fully stocked and operational.
With a wide range of products, unmatched convenience, and exceptional customer service, Tyre Bay Direct truly is your one-stop shop for all things garage equipment and tyre fitting consumables. Visit our website today to browse our full range of products and experience the Tyre Bay Direct way for yourself!
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Discover Tyre Bay Direct’s YouTube Channel: Your Go-To Resource for Garage Equipment
Did you know that Tyre Bay Direct has a dedicated YouTube channel packed with helpful videos designed specifically for automotive professionals? Whether you’re seeking expert demonstrations or in-depth guides, we’ve got the content to help your workshop run more efficiently. From mastering the operation of tyre changers and wheel balancers to understanding the different types of tyre fitting consumables, our videos will help you get the best out of your garage equipment.
The Tyre Bay Direct YouTube channel
The Tyre Bay Direct YouTube channel offers step-by-step tutorials that simplify even the most complex tools, helping you and your team boost productivity. Whether you’re installing a new tyre-changer machine or troubleshooting an existing one, our instructional videos guide you through every part of the process. You’ll also find tips and tricks for extending the life of your tyre-equipment, as well as insights on keeping your tools running smoothly, reducing downtime, and enhancing your overall workflow.
What’s even better?
Many of these videos are linked directly to the product pages on our website. This means that when you’re browsing through our range of equipment—whether it’s tyre changers, wheel balancers, or consumables like valve stems or balancing weights. You’ll find related videos showing the product in action. This gives you a better understanding of how the tools work in real-world conditions, helping you make more informed purchasing decisions.
We constantly update our YouTube channel with the latest tips and innovations, ensuring that you stay ahead of the game when it comes to using garage equipment efficiently. Our goal is to help you maximize the lifespan and value of your tools, giving you a competitive edge in your daily operations.
Ready to take your workshop performance to the next level?
Head over to our YouTube channel here to explore our full range of videos. And don’t forget to check out our website product pages for even more detailed information and resources.
Stay on top of the latest trends in garage equipment, and make the most of your tools with Tyre Bay Direct!
Exploring the Types of Car Lifts and Vehicle Lifts
What is a vehicle lift? Exploring 2 post lifts, 4 post lifts & more
Car lifts, sometimes known as vehicle lifts, play a crucial role in automotive maintenance and repair facilities, enabling mechanics and enthusiasts to work on vehicles efficiently and safely. Whether you’re a professional mechanic or a passionate car enthusiast, understanding the benefits of different types of car lifts can greatly enhance your automotive projects.
In this blog, we will delve into the world of car and vehicle lifts, highlighting their advantages and exploring the various types available.
The benefits of car lifts
- Enhanced Accessibility: Car lifts and vehicle lifts provide easy access to the undercarriage, engine, and other components, making maintenance, repairs, and inspections more convenient. By elevating the vehicle to a comfortable working height, mechanics can avoid strenuous bending, kneeling, and crawling.
- Increased Efficiency: With a car or vehicle lift, technicians can complete tasks more efficiently by reducing the time required for lifting the vehicle, accessing components, and performing repairs. The improved accessibility allows for faster diagnosis and swift execution of maintenance procedures.
- Safety and Security: Car lifts offer a secure platform for lifting vehicles, reducing the risk of accidents associated with using unstable jacks or ramps. These lifts are designed to provide stability, ensuring the safety of both the mechanics and the vehicle.
What is a 2 post car lift?
A two-post car lift is the most common type of vehicle lift used in automotive facilities. These vital pieces of garage equipment have a range of lifting capacities and feature two upright columns as well two arms with adjustable lift pads positioned under the vehicle’s lifting points. Sometimes referred to as 2 post ramps, 2 post lifts offer a compact design, excellent versatility and are suitable for various vehicle sizes and weights. The minimal concrete depth for a standard two post lift is four inches, so be sure to keep this in mind before making an investment.
Tyre Bay Direct are vehicle lifting experts and stock a wide range of high-quality car lifts. The best example of the 2-post variety is the ATP9 vehicle lift.
What is a 4 post car lift?
4-post lifts provide increased stability and are ideal for the long-term storage of vehicles. They have four support columns and four adjustable arms that engage the vehicle’s lifting points, making the performance of heavy-duty maintenance tasks much safer. Depending on the model, four-post lifts may also feature an additional technician’s lift to ensure mechanics can work at the required height. In some instances, they can even be used to lift aero engines.
4 post lifts are most commonly used for vehicle storage, maintenance and wheel alignment. The best example from our collection is the Atlas Platinium Quadro, which is available in platform lengths of 4.5m and 4.8m and lifting capacities of between 4000-4200kg.
Other common types of automotive lift
- Scissor lifts: Scissor lifts utilise a mechanism of crisscrossing arms to raise and lower the vehicle. They are known for their compact design and versatility, making them suitable for both home garages and professional shops. Scissor lifts are particularly useful for quick inspections and wheel service. The Redback RB3000 is our most popular scissor lift and boasts a lifting capacity of 3000kg.
- In-ground lifts: In-ground lifts are embedded into the workshop floor and provide a clean and unobstructed workspace. They come in various configurations, including two-post, four-post, and scissor lifts. In-ground lifts are favored for their aesthetic appeal and the ability to maximize space utilisation. Please call us to discuss your in-ground lift requirements.
- Portable lifts: Portable lifts are an excellent option for those with limited space or requiring mobility. These lifts can be easily moved and set up whenever needed, making them suitable for both personal and professional use. Portable lifts come in different styles, such as scissor lifts and single-column lifts. The Atlas SL25 is the perfect option for this requirement.
Do I need a vehicle lift?
Car lifts and vehicle lifts are essential tools for automotive enthusiasts and professionals alike. With their numerous benefits, including enhanced accessibility, increased efficiency, and improved safety, these lifts have become indispensable in the automotive industry.
Understanding the different types available, such as two-post lifts, four-post lifts, scissor lifts, in-ground lifts, and portable lifts, can help you choose the right solution based on your specific needs. So, whether you’re a mechanic looking to streamline your operations or a car enthusiast eager to work on your own vehicle, investing in a car lift or vehicle lift is a wise decision that will greatly enhance your automotive projects.
To purchase a vehicle lift suited to your needs from a supplier you can trust, get in touch with the experts at Tyre Bay Direct today.
Battery booster buying guide: Key features and specifications
Battery boosters, jump packs or jump starters – whatever you want to call them – are an essential tool for any garage owner or DIY enthusiast, especially during winter.
Increased load is placed on batteries during the colder months and, often, this renders them useless and unable to start the vehicle. This is where a battery booster comes to the rescue, rapidly recharging your flat battery to get the vehicle moving once more.
Battery boosters are a quick fix – they won’t restore the health of your battery if it’s past its best. For that, you need a dedicated battery charger, or perhaps a new battery.
Anyway, without further ado, let’s take a look at the key features of a battery booster to help you work out which model is right for you.
Size and weight
Are you looking for a more compact, lightweight model that’s easily portable, or a larger machine that can jump start more vehicles without needing to be recharged? Size and weight are key factors to consider, as the smaller your jump pack, the less juice it’s likely to have (although battery technology is progressing at a rapid rate).
Output voltage
Are you expecting to jump start 6v, 12v or 24v vehicles? The majority of vehicles use 12v batteries so, as you’d expect, most jump starters are built to work with 12v batteries too. There are options out there to suit larger commercial vehicles using 24v batteries, however, so make sure you choose a jump pack that’s appropriate for your needs.
Boost peak rate and cranking rate
The higher these numbers, the more power the battery booster has. Essentially, for smaller, 4-cylinder petrol engines, a cranking rate of around 200 amps should suffice. The larger the engine, the higher this number needs to be. 8-cylinder diesels, for instance, will demand a cranking rate of around 700 amps.
Battery capacity
Measured in Ah, the higher this figure, the longer the jump pack’s battery is likely to last. If you’re expecting to jump start a number of vehicles each day and don’t want to have to charge your booster regularly, go for a larger battery capacity (20 Ah or higher).
Brand and warranty
This one should go without saying, but make sure you choose a product from a reliable, trusted brand – preferably one that offers a warranty as standard. Our SIP products have a 12-month warranty as standard, for instance.
Find your perfect battery booster
Ready to start shopping? Explore our expansive range of battery boosters online today and place your order – we deliver nationwide!
Tyre Bay Direct plays it’s part in the Ukrainian war effort
Read the inspirational journey of one man and his mission to supply urgent garage equipment to Ukraine with the help of Tyre Bay Direct.
Devastatingly, the war in Ukraine continues, a year on from when it started. The world has come together to provide support and supplies.
However, when considering ‘urgent’ supplies, we can sometimes forget the essential equipment required to support front-line vehicles such as ambulances and military vehicles that are being used daily in war zone conditions.
Paul, an ex-soldier felt compelled to help the people of Ukraine and on a visit to Kharkiv back in December 2022 he met Andrei. Andrei owns a small garage in the heart of Kharkiv and Paul found him on a cold night wearing a head torch repairing an ambulance (the electricity had been cut). Andrei explained that he repaired all military and emergency vehicles for free, as part of his contribution to war effort.
Paul to his own testament is no garage equipment expert but looking around the small, dark garage he could see that the equipment was old and worn out. Andrei explained it was not possible to get new equipment or indeed spare parts. It was then that Paul vowed, once home, he would help replace the garage equipment that was so vital in supporting the military and emergency services – in effect saving lives.
After launching a successful just giving campaign, family and friends generously donated to Paul’s cause and he was overwhelmed by how much he raised within two weeks! It was then that Paul contacted Tyre Bay Direct, the one stop shop for garage equipment and consumables.
Anthony Yates from Tyre Bay direct commented;
“When we received the email from Paul, we wanted to help straight away, we knew he needed reliable equipment suitable for the vehicles out in Ukraine, so we spoke with Paul and asked him to supply us with a wish list of items that Andrei needed, then we created a package suitable for purpose and within his budget.”
The package included:
A new Redback 24” Fully automatic Tyre Changer complete with assist arm and a new 200 litre air compressor for the workshop. There were also a selection of tools and accessories required, that Tyre Bay Direct was happy to supply.
“It felt important for us to work with Paul on supplying this aid”. Anthony added, “Equipment for emergency and military vehicle maintenance is vital and we’re so proud to have been able to help”.
With the equipment secured, Paul worked with “Macclesfield Ukrainian Aid Collection Point” who were in the process of delivering 30 (yes, thirty) vans full of aid to Ukraine! The vans will stay in Ukraine for use by the military and other organisations.
The trip wasn’t without its problems, but Paul made it back to Kharkiv and united Andrei with the equipment he desperately needed.
“Words cannot describe the feeling of arriving in Kharkiv and seeing Andrei’s face when he saw the equipment, it was full of gratitude and happiness. I can’t thank the team at Tyre Bay Direct enough for their support, guidance and being part of the journey” Paul concluded.
As for Andrei, the equipment has been crucial in his continuous support maintaining the emergency vehicles in Ukraine; he remains positive for the future.
