is it okay to run an unbalances tire?
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well, as you might have seen on of my other threads, on of my pede;s tires is totally unbalances (half the tires foam is in one bundle in the middle of no where). will this cause any problems other than shaking?
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Depends how hard you're running, it will definitely cause premature degradation of the tire. You're also risking uneaven wear and increased vibration stress on the hub, axle, and joints.
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you sure it just isn't water in there? (maybe the foam ripped)
anyway, it could also wear out your bearing faster, and make it less stable.
anyway, it could also wear out your bearing faster, and make it less stable.
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well, i tried to drill a small 1/8 hole in the rims. 3 went good, 1 wasnt so great. anyways, this one deflates much faster when pushed with a hand, and when deflated, it feels solid, by that, i mean it feels as if there is no foam. should i buy foam or a new tire? anddo masher 2000's fit on 2.8 inch all star rims? thanks
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mashers won't tho i'd get proline badlands 30 if you're looking for a good offroad tire
basically you'll vibrate your car apart which will cause a lot more wear on parts than you'd think i'd at the very least i'd try deglueing one side and use like a screwdriver to get the foam back in line
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basically you'll vibrate your car apart which will cause a lot more wear on parts than you'd think i'd at the very least i'd try deglueing one side and use like a screwdriver to get the foam back in line
the lug
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new idea, can i temporarily get the foam out and do some repairs with some packaging tape?. i guess it will reduce the wobble by a bit.. no LHS over here
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Does anyone have a link to a tire balancing guide thread or something similar?
Does anyone have a link to a tire balancing guide thread or something similar?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtdXDstLr7s




