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Old 05-21-2006, 04:26 PM
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Where can I buy one of these Yokomo Pro Tire Sanders? I saw it's out of stock at SpeedTech and may be in stock at Yokomo but for almost $70 more. I was wondering if there is anywhere else to get one of these tire sanders.

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Try Speedtech RC. I love this place
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Where can I buy one of these Yokomo Pro Tire Sanders? I saw it's out of stock at SpeedTech and may be in stock at Yokomo but for almost $70 more. I was wondering if there is anywhere else to get one of these tire sanders.

The picture you posted is for the Tire Sander Pro (YT-TSP). The price is wrong as listed at Yokomo USA, it is listed at 190Yen not dollars. This is the newest tire sander and is belt driven. Only advantage I can see is that is is supposed to be quieter than the YT-TSM. The TSM is $90.75 at Yokomo USA and is $79.99 at Speedtech. That is only about $11.00 more. If you can purchase anything else to get the total over $100 you get a 10% discount. Maybe some wheels or if you have a Yoke, some parts.

I have the TSM and see no reason to get the TSP other it makes less noise. The TSP is noisey, doesn't bother me, and when I bring it out, others are always wanting to borrow it anyway. You can call Yokomo USA and they will be able to tell you whether either one is in stock.
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Try Speedtech RC. I love this place
I did look there first and it is listed on the website but is shown out of stock.

I am looking to get the TSP and when I click to order it on Yokomo's website it lists the price at $190. I saw that it is in Yen but it doesn't convert when I add it to cart. I guess a phone call will be the only way to sort it out.

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pops.... nice tool there, i dont think i have borrowed it "yet"
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does this sander or any sander extend the life of rubber tires and improve traction?
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Old 05-22-2006, 10:26 AM
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Gets rid of the bead in the middle of the tyre for a better contact patch instead of going around how ever many laps it takes to get rid of it.

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Gets rid of the bead in the middle of the tyre for a better contact patch instead of going around how ever many laps it takes to get rid of it.

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That's about it. I guess you could take some old tires and just ruff them a little and it may improve traction. Have never tried it though.
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oops, pop's you let the cat out of the bag now! expect a long line of people signing up to try the cool tool
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oops, pop's you let the cat out of the bag now! expect a long line of people signing up to try the cool tool
Yes this is the begining of my new side business "Pops RC Tire Sanding Rentals".
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I have the older version I am willing to sell for $65.00 shipped to the lower 48 states...

Only used for 6 sets of tires...

If you are interested in it paypal is [email protected]
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what grit paper do you guys use to get rid of the seam???
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If its only getting rid of the seam and maybe scuffing them, couldnt a dremel and sanding drum do the same thing? Not being a smart&^* just asking
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If its only getting rid of the seam and maybe scuffing them, couldnt a dremel and sanding drum do the same thing? Not being a smart&^* just asking
Yes it could 100% ... but I guess the Yokomo thing looks cool
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Originally Posted by Mr. Shookie
I have the older version I am willing to sell for $65.00 shipped to the lower 48 states...

Only used for 6 sets of tires...

If you are interested in it paypal is [email protected]
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