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06-05-2019, 09:46 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: Bradenton FL
Posts: 64
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Tires and tubes time
Had a flat last week, was a worn tube. Am thinking Condor 600x6 6 ply with leak guard tubes (yes I have big tires as I fly off muddy grass).
On the road flying for work, what size is the nose tire? Does it also need a 6 ply rating it is 4 enough?
Has anyone used conventional tubes and rolled fix-a-flat in the tube before assembly to make it a leak guard?
Any other tire brands worth the extra money? I cannot use retreads for clearance issues with my pants.
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06-05-2019, 07:24 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: -
Posts: 501
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Just FYI, -10s have bigger wheels... 5.00x5-6 nose, 15x6.00-6 mains.
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06-05-2019, 08:49 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Dallas/Ft Worth, TX
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Low air pressure = flat tire (guaranteed)
My tire of preference: Michelin Air with Air Stop tubes.
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06-06-2019, 05:54 PM
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Join Date: May 2005
Location: Florida
Posts: 774
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Fix a flat is not a good idea. Will cause serious vibration. Don't ask how i know.
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06-06-2019, 06:07 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Jacksonville,Fl. 32246
Posts: 270
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Question, any one using tubeless tires ? Tomcatrv4
8:00 x 6 supplied with Zenith 701 kit
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06-06-2019, 10:44 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: Stanwood, Wa
Posts: 41
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RV10
I have Behringer system of tires, wheels and brakes for about 10 hrs now. Seems to stop better.
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06-07-2019, 12:20 AM
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Join Date: May 2013
Location: Sherman, CT
Posts: 790
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DITTO on the Fix-a Flat goop, not for aircraft use. This stuff is okay for your car in a pinch, but will settle to the bottom of your tube and cause a serious out of balance issue. I know our aircraft are experimental, which gives us a lot of leeway, but we should all strive to use "aircraft" quality parts and methods whenever possible.
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06-07-2019, 12:21 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Rancho San Lorenzo
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I concur with Walt's suggestion above all the way. Especially with respect to inner tubes. Steer away from Leak Guard. We have had terrible luck locally with them as the butyl rubber (more like plastic) mold lines come apart. Michelin Air Stops (also butyl) have proven to be robust and great. Use plenty of baby powder with butyl tubes.
Jim
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