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RE: Wire Wheels & Tubes

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Subject: RE: Wire Wheels & Tubes
From: "Randall" <tr3driver@comcast.net>
Date: Mon, 11 Oct 2004 17:44:18 -0700
> I want to mount modern radials on my wire wheels (71-TR6)  Do I
> need tubes?

Yes, if they're standard wire wheels.  Otherwise the air will leak out
between the spoke nipples and the wheel.

> How about those rubber bands that go between the tube
> and the wheel?

Also required with tubes.

>  Would you trust your neighborhood shop to mount
> the tires or should I find someone who has special equipment?

A lot of neighborhood shops have the right equipment these days, due to the
popularity of "mag" rims.  I'd ask ...

Randall

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