richt Posted August 3, 2014 Report Share Posted August 3, 2014 (edited) I know this topic comes up regular so I would like to share my idea. My rim was leaking so I removed the rim band that the previous owner had unsuccessfully used Evo-Stick and so cleaned it all off with petrol. Bought some 'Plumbers Mait' this none setting, water / chemical proof and very very sticky sealing putty, Spread an ample layer 2 to 3mm thick covering all round the centre of the rim and then refit the rim band. Pressing the band down into the rim and removing the excess as its squeezed out, this takes a while. This could seal rims that may in very poor condition. Worth a try. Result is totally air tight. The nature of this product could be a long lasting cure and because it doesn't set you can still tighten spokes or if you ever need to replace any spokes it can be taken apart and resealed easily. Cost £3.60 for 750g, got loads left I estimate this size of tub would easily fix 5 wheels. I guess I just need some friends to use it up. Edited August 3, 2014 by richt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan williams Posted August 3, 2014 Report Share Posted August 3, 2014 Why are you apologizing for a possible solution that vexes us all regardless of brand. Well done sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelly1 Posted August 3, 2014 Report Share Posted August 3, 2014 good tip thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richt Posted August 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2014 Why are you apologizing for a possible solution that vexes us all regardless of brand. Well done sir. Edited, Apology retracted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadof2 Posted August 3, 2014 Report Share Posted August 3, 2014 See http://www.trialscentral.com/forums/topic/51776-2006-250-pro-rear-wheel/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richt Posted August 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Result A week later and the tyre pressure has not budged a single micro of a psi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richt Posted November 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2014 Update! Just after first doing this I fitted a new tyre inflated it to 3psi and now it's been on for more than 3 months, Just checked the pressure today and it is still 3psi 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_earle Posted November 23, 2014 Report Share Posted November 23, 2014 It's always best when changing a tyre to clean the rim and seal the rim band, I agree with the others, don't use silicone. PU (polyurethane) sealer is the best either the brand called Tiger Seal or the cheap one in Toolstation is very good. If you have fitted the tyre and it still goes down then Tyreweld works every time. http://www.halfords.com/motoring/breakdown-emergency/breakdown-kits/holts-tyreweld-300ml. With the tyre dead flat, pump it up with the tyreweld can then ride around for 5 mins at a steady pace wait 10 mins then let your tyre down to trials pressue and go and ride. 1 can of this will do about 4 tyres. This is different to tyre slime as only a small amount of foam goes in the tyre, When you remove the tyre again to change it there is only slight evidence of it inside. It seals the spoke band and the tyre rim all in one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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