tire prob

[84200s/m]

my tire is leaking alittle around the rim and a small leak on the sidewall what would seal it best

[ATCnut]

With both a bead leak and a sidewall hole, a tube is your only sure bet.

[84200s/m]

patch the side from the inside with a bicycle patch and than some tire sealer

[Fuzzy]

I have used tire sealant before on beads that just woulndt seal. And you could try the patch on there.

But i have to agree a tube would really be the best way to make sure it sealed well.

[84200s/m]

dont tubes make the tire slip and cut the valve stem off
or does my 200m have the power to do that
as for the bead if i taka t off the rim and clean it up it should seal again

[Fuzzy]

The only time i have seen the tubes slip is when the tire was run too flat. Not enough air will allow the tire to spin on the rim takeing the tude with it.

[84200s/m]

i run like 1.5psi should that keep the tire from spinning

[Fuzzy]

I run between 4-5 psi in mine.

[84200s/m]

i like 1.5 because for ride and its works better in the pits

[Fuzzy]

Yea i hear ya. The less pressure the smoother the ride is. But it is real hard on the side walls of the tires.

[84200s/m]

i have got to get a good riding bike i cant waith untill spring

[Mobular]

Take the tire off the rim, clean up the mating surface, and reinstall the tire. It should now seal up. I would think that right now you have some rust or trail crap caught between the tire and wheel thats allowing the air to escape...

[ATCnut]

With a tube in a rear tire on a 200s, just change the tire from side to side when you see the valve stem start to lean. I dont think you have enough power to spin the tire all at once

[VAtriker]

if rim is rusted or tire bead is distorted
put a bead of about 1/4 inch around the bead mate surface,use gasket maker or the like also..tub and sink caulk will work.