-- [ From: Bill Mills * EMC.Ver #2.5.02 ] --
I've always run tubes inside my wire wheels, but have had a lot of problems
with flats over the years. These usually occur with flakes of rust or other
foreign particles get inside the tire and puncture the tube or a wrinkle in
the tube. It seems to be harder to get tubes of good quality from my local
tire guy. I am getting a new set of tire (Dunlops) from Tire Rack 175/14
SP4's and am considering whether to try these wire wheels without tubes. (I
am also having trouble finding those large rubber bands that cover the spoke
nipples).
So..... a question for you wire wheelers out there. Are any of you running
sans tubes? How did you handle the sends of the spokes? Silicone sealant?
recommendations would be appreciated.
Bill Mills
'70 BGT
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