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Old 07-27-22, 07:29 AM
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Originally Posted by ehcoplex
I feel compelled to add to the discussion that, at least in my experience, RH tires are an absolute b**ch to get the bead initially seated properly. Soap & water, different types of rim tape, massaging to the point of serious hand cramps, a couple blown-out tubes when trying hard-and-fast inflation.... it was a multi-day process with one set. Worth it in the end, but still...
Interesting. I've never had an issue.
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