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Old 06-30-08, 09:01 AM
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Al1943
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Originally Posted by bratan
And I didn't even inflate it too much (around 65 psi). Maybe this is because of the tire, it's brand new. This is a second tube that blows up on this wheel. First one was correct size and I inflated it to around 75 PSI (tire rated for 100) and it blew up just few minutes after I put it on the floor (didn't even ride it).
1) If the tire is rated at 100 psi, you need to put close to 100 psi. Use more pressure for a heavy load, less for a lighter load. Underinflation is the most common cause of tire/tube failures.

2) A tire blowing off the rim is commonly due to improper installation.

3) The smaller tube was not the problem.

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