I had to call the Calvary. Cruzman came all the way across town and had the same problem I did. We went to Harbor Freight and got another tire iron. Then he took the rim off of the tire changer, put it on blocks on the ground, and we got it on the old fashioned way. I guess the HF changer doesn't like bridgestone tires. Putting the bridgestone on seems to be a two person job, even with the yellow thing.
Well, we'll see how it goes next change. It'll depend on what brand tires I get (what's on sale when I have money.) That rim is scratched all kinds of ways but the tire is on. Is it worth it to save $40/ set off the bike for a tire change? Yes.
I'm so sore today! Hands, back, etc. When my check comes, I'll get the proper wrench for the front axle. I guess I should have used the locking pliers instead?