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Post by fts902 on May 1, 2019 13:21:35 GMT -5
The rim I bought was sized incorrectly. I ordered a 3+5 and got a 4+4. Finally got the replacement today and took the rim and tire to a shop to mount it. We were unable to stretch the 130/70-12 onto the 12x8 rim. I'm sure its been done, but I don't have the skill or patience to do so. I ordered a Avon Viper Stryke 140/70-12 and we'll try this again. Additionally, it seems like my rim is not actually a 12x8, its closer to 9 1/2" width. Even bead to bead is 9" I'm not happy about that but at least this rim fits on the swing arm without rubbing.
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dotdash
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Post by dotdash on May 1, 2019 14:55:53 GMT -5
Not to sidetrack too much but I'm curious from your comment about rim size being off...
Is it a 'thing' for aftermarket rims to be imperfect to a certain degree?
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Post by fts902 on May 4, 2019 23:09:48 GMT -5
I think so. Both douglass rims I bought are a bit off measurements. Probably a quality thing. Douglas isnt a top tier brand.
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Post by fts902 on May 14, 2019 21:57:50 GMT -5
Looking closer, remind me to never bitch about measurments from memory. The rim is actually 8.5” but its exactly 8” from bead to bead. Just has a large protruding lip. Which is fine. Im at a stand still until I can get this tire mounted. No luck at two different shops mounting the 140/70/12 Avon. How the hell do you get this tire on.  In the mean time.    |
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lupo76
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Post by lupo76 on May 24, 2019 6:15:48 GMT -5
We want to see progress!  |
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Post by fts902 on May 24, 2019 8:56:50 GMT -5
Cant do much until I get the tire mounted. Ive tried 4 shops. No one in my town can mount this thing. Im not sure how to proceed. I dont want to throw money at this thing.
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lupo76
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Post by lupo76 on May 27, 2019 1:20:47 GMT -5
What shops are that?  Never heard sh*t like that. Tire shop has to mount it, as long its possible. |
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Post by fts902 on Aug 23, 2019 17:11:20 GMT -5
I apologize for the delay. shit gets in the way sometimes. Ive been working on makin a motor mount. tried a few different options, i think i landed on one i like. id upload an image but this app wont let me. ill try from the computer later tonight.
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Post by fts902 on Aug 24, 2019 8:56:14 GMT -5
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Post by aeroxbud on Aug 24, 2019 9:49:32 GMT -5
I don't see why they can't mount it. It's not like it's an unusually large size.
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Post by fts902 on Aug 24, 2019 10:05:45 GMT -5
People around here just dont stretch tires. Michigan has some of the worst roads, i guess i dont blame shops for not knowing how to “hellaflush” lol
Im gonna try the areosol method to seat the bead. A coworker said hes done it before, and hes willing to help.
I finished the motor mount and im gonna mock that up on the frame today.
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Post by jackrides on Aug 24, 2019 11:24:30 GMT -5
Idea to try. Wrap a 'lever crank tightener' type of tiedown strap around the tire. The wider the better. Crank on it.
Next, try a tube inside. When tire is as wide as possible, start inflating the tube. Good luck. By the way, why do you want something that wide on it?
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Post by fts902 on Aug 24, 2019 11:55:28 GMT -5
Because its bold. It makes a statement.
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Post by fts902 on Aug 24, 2019 12:17:31 GMT -5
 Please ignore the mess.  |
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Post by fts902 on Aug 24, 2019 15:14:37 GMT -5
 Shameless flex. My pride and joy at the lake yesterday. |
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