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Originally Posted by MinnMan
I had had problems situating the tube in the tire because I was trying to do it without partially inflating it first.
I blow into the tube just enough to give it shape before installing it in the tire. I also install the tube into the tire before I attempt to put either bead onto the rim. I still take the time to examine both sides of the tire all the way around the rim before inflating it with CO2. It's still way faster and more convenient than using a frame pump.
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