Old 09-14-22 | 08:05 AM
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Originally Posted by IPassGas
I have always added talc powder to the tube when installing. I thought this helped the tube shift into place and out from under the tire bead. Is powder still (or was it ever) considered to be useful in this regard? Alternatively, I suppose the talc could also be detrimental (thinking of this thread), facilitating tube slippage if the tire is somewhat under inflated.
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