You all said changing tyres is an ordeal, and I can confirm it's true. 20 year old stiff rubber and no levers made it hard but fairy liquid and my Record 24 vice got the job done eventually. Rest assured when they're freshly painted I'll be leaving it to the professionals.
Basically just wanted to boast and say I've done it once. Not sure where my local bike garage gets his prices, but was quoting £60 to fit new tyres (off the bike) so that was my motivation.
You all said changing tyres is an ordeal, and I can confirm it's true. 20 year old stiff rubber and no levers made it hard but fairy liquid and my Record 24 vice got the job done eventually. Rest assured when they're freshly painted I'll be leaving it to the professionals.