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Old 26th Jul 2021, 01:15
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megan
 
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From Goodyear
It is recommended that tubes not be reused; they can grow as much as 25% in service. Reusing them can result in folded, pinched tubes which can fail or create an imbalance. Ensure that any manufacturing stickers on the tire innerliner are removed to prevent damage to the tube.
Michelin advice on tube installation.
Inflate to the recommended pressure, deflate, then reinflate to assure a proper fit of the tube inside the tire. This procedure helps remove any wrinkles in the tube and helps prevent pinching the tube under the toe of the bead. it helps eliminate the possibility of one section of the tube stretching more than the rest and thinning out in that area. Further, it assists in the removal of air that might be trapped between the inner tube and the tire. let stand for 12-24 hours to compensate for tire growth and to allow any air trapped between the tube and the tire to escape. After placing in service, check pressure before each flight and for several days, adjusting pressure as necessary, until the tire stabilizes.
Both include Before installing tube, dust the tube and inside of tire with tire talc or soapstone.
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