Thread: Tire install
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Old 12-30-10 | 07:59 PM
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keisatsu
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I generally don't recommend using any kind of tool to put the tire back on, but when you absolutely must, use a kool stop tire jack.

Also, I recommend starting the second bead opposite the valve, that way you can push the bead into the rim bed, the rim is usually a smaller diameter there.
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