size bigger tube in a smaller tire

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size bigger tube in a smaller tire

11 Feb 2015 02:01 - 11 Feb 2015 02:02
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I have a 3.25-4.00 /18 tube and was wondering if i could use it in a 3.00 / 18 tire
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Re: size bigger tube in a smaller tire

11 Feb 2015 05:08
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You may want to contact the tube manufacturer to be safe. In the past I have contacted Pirelli and Metzeler with questions and received prompt, meaningful replies. Ed
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Re: size bigger tube in a smaller tire

11 Feb 2015 06:25
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If it folds, it could break and lose pressure very quickly. On the rear it could be life threatening. It's OK to use a say 450 tube in a 510 tire but anything less than that is asking for trouble.
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