Tire problem
12-02-07 | 11:25 AM
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Tire problem
I'm restoring a 70's vintage Schwinn Collegiate and Raleigh Colt, each with 26x1 3/8 tires. I purchased Kenda tires to replace the rotting originals, but have found they are a bit too large--can't seat the beads. Can anyone suggest a better brand and source?
12-02-07 | 11:29 AM
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26x1 3/8 is not the same as a standard 26" tire (which I am assuming you bought). Check Sheldon Browns site for more info.
12-02-07 | 12:30 PM
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There are 2 different 26x1-3/8" sizes.
590 & 597MM bead seat diameters.
Sounds like you might have picked up the 597 (Schwinn size) when you need the 590.
Look on the sidewalls for the MM.
590 & 597MM bead seat diameters.
Sounds like you might have picked up the 597 (Schwinn size) when you need the 590.
Look on the sidewalls for the MM.
