The STEELMAN 14-378 11-Inch Cotton Tipped Wire Lube Swab is an ideal tool to use when applying lubricant when mounting and dismounting tires from wheels for changes or repairs. The soft cotton filler material is held tight at the core by the wire spine but is loose at the edges, allowing it to hold more lubricant than denser swabs. The looped wire handle provides for better control during use and the 11-inch length allows the swab to be used with even the deepest lube buckets. With the ability to hold a larger volume of lubricant, this swab makes application jobs easier by letting you make fewer and more even passes around the rim and tire.