Back in 1980 I was getting some new tires at American Discount Tire in Las Vegas, Nevada and I noticed that they had several old tire machines in a fenced off storage area, so I asked the owner how much he wanted for them. Paid $100. for two Coates 10-10's & one 20-20, plus a complete set of tools for one machine. Since I was living in Death Valley, Calif. & working in the Mines (Top Millwright / Senior Underground Mine Maintenance Mechanic), I hauled everything home and made one good machine out of parts from all three machines - my Coates 10-20 .
Once word got out that I had the only tire machine outside of the Mine for 50 miles in any direction, I was suddenly in the tire repair business whether I wanted it or not. Not only was I getting fellow employees but I was also getting Tourists, I was even getting referals from the California Highway Patrol and the Park Rangers. Worked out good for everyone as I was on permanent Graveyard Shift so I was usually home during Daylight hours. I only charged replacement cost for my supplies & $15. per hour for my time & labor as I wasn't "officially" in business and was doing it as a courtesy.
PS. - I still have my tire machine, it's in my shop right now.
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