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tire bead seating

alke46

alke46

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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.
 
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.
 
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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Oh believe me, it was well lubricated. Makes the job so much easier.
 
Good to know that it is not necessary to hear the pop. Thanks guys.
 
Curious..what make of tire was it ? I had an Avon Roadrider go onto a '82 650 front alloy rim like this.
 
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