Tire Servicing:

Lufteknic has the capabilities for full tire care. Mount and balance is possible for all model Porsches. We have imported the best equipment from Germany to make sure the street and race cars we service are taken care of properly. Our MS 66 IT is Beissbarth's top of the line, fully automatic tire changer featuring a hydraulic double-roller auxiliary arm for mounting and removal of low-profile and run-flat tires, an extra large clamping table, which can be adjusted hydraulically, and an adjustable column. It has the ability to change multi-piece wheels and delicate modern castings. The wheel balancer has high speed capabilities and allows for very fine balancing, which is often not the case for domestic brand equipment in service. Track wheel and tire mount and balance are not a problem with either vintage or current ALMS cars. Please call to schedule an appointment.

Some history on Beissbarth:

Beissbarth is an over 100 year old company that makes vehicle workshop equipment. Brothers Hermann and Daniel Beissbarth, who, on April 14th, 1899, obtained the first official driving license and what was probably the first recorded car number plate in the world from the Royal Bavarian Police. Beissbarth cars were built in Munich's first car factory and brought the Beissbarth brothers the distinction of being appointed as suppliers to the Bavarian Court. The brothers traveled throughout Europe and America with their new car. 1899 also brought the first auto race in Europe. The brothers were close friends with some of the Daimler and Bugatti families. The family made their cars for people within Bavaria. Their workshop was destroyed in World War II, but after the German surrender the workshop turned to truck repair.

The family was still interested in invention and manufacturing their own equipment. By 1953 the first Beissbarth tire balancer and wheel alignment was being produced first for the trucks they serviced, then for cars. The late 50s and early 60s saw exponential automotive growth in Europe. This meant more of a need for auto service centers and the need for new shop equipment.

1960 meant a new factory for Beissbarth. As the market grew, more equipment was invented to meet the needs of Europe's growing luxury car manufacturers. The 80s and 90s brought computerized tire changing, tire balancing, optical alignment machines, road dynos, and networking the Beissbarth equipment with each piece in the shop.

Now Beissbarth has perhaps some of the most sophisticated wheel and tire equipment available, always with an emphasis on safety. Audi/VW has been equipping its servicing network with Beissbarth-developed equipment for years. Daimler-Benz, Ford, Mazda, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Rover, and many other manufacturers recommend special versions of the Beissbarth system adapted to their marques.

Tire Purchasing:

We recommend www.tirerack.com for tire needs. The Tire Rack website has reviews of the tires it sells, and technical information to help you make an informed decision.

We are a Tire Rack recommended installer. more info




Wheels:

We are dealers for Champion Motorsport, FIKSE and BBS wheels, Our showroom has a variety of wheels to look at if you are interested in purchasing. Please check our marketplace for more pictures and specs. If you are building or maintaining a Porsche track car and need help with custom track wheels please contact us for guidance through the project. Specifying custom wheels takes time to assure you have the correct size and offset for your vehicle. Please be patient if sending an email or have left a phone message.

Fender rolling:

When lowering and adding wider wheels comes the possibility of interference with the "fender lip" that may need more clearance. Pre-1989 911 and 930s often need this when wider wheels and tires or even wheel spacers are used. Often the front fenders require more clearance than the rear, but it can be a problem at all four corners. If your car is in need, our specialized fender lip tool can roll the fender lip nicely to look factory. Other later 964 and 993s can at times have issues depending on ride height. These require care since they incorporate plastic wheel liners.

Wheel Repair:

We work closely with a wheel shop that can straighten and refinish wheels properly. In some parts of the country, people have a hard time locating or repairing damaged wheels properly. If certain needs or custom applications are required, please inquire. Turnaround time and cost depends on the condition of the wheels and your requirements. No firm estimates are given over the phone or email. Accurate quotes are only given when wheels are sent to us.

Wheel Replacements:

Today the 993, 996, 997 cars are factory equipped with cast wheels, and low profile tires. This package when driven on poor road conditions can lead to premamently damaged wheels. When the unfortunate happens, we have sources to help locate another wheel to match your others. Contact us if the need arises. We'll see what we can find for you.

Wheel locks:

993, 986 and 996 owners can sometimes misplace or experience broken wheel lock keys, often from over-zealous tire shops. When these cars are purchased "used" they can sometimes have this critical piece missing from the tool kit. We have the tools to remove the factory wheel locks, and order the missing key if necessary. If you would like to buy regular wheel lug bolts/nuts to replace the wheel locks, we have them in stock.

New wheel lock sets can also be purchased here.