tire bead seating

[alke46]

I just mounted a new tire on a wheel that previously had a tube in it. Now tubeless. When inflating to seat the bead I noticed that I did not get that "pop" sound yet according to the line on the tire, it is mounted evenly.

Is this popping sound still supposed to be there or not?

I thought that maybe since the wheel is of a different design, I might not get the pop when seating the bead.

Thanks for your input.

[Guest]

I've had tires on wheels that did not make the pop sound on both sides before, but as long as the bead line is visible and evenly spaced, I think it will be ok.

[Steve]

If it was well-lubricated, it could have just slid into place silently. The "pop" comes from sticking, then suddenly jumping into place.

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[alke46]

Oh believe me, it was well lubricated. Makes the job so much easier.

[chuck hahn]

I shoot a little WD40 on the beads and they dont pop. Slide on exceptionally easy.

[alke46]

Good to know that it is not necessary to hear the pop. Thanks guys.

[Gorminrider]

Curious..what make of tire was it ? I had an Avon Roadrider go onto a '82 650 front alloy rim like this.