how to do "ghetto" tubeless part 1

how to convert your bike to tubless using the "ghetto" method

part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwON2VxZL0g

Step 1: prepping your rim

Step 2: stretch tube over your rim

Step 3: unfold tube over the rim and clean off the powder

Step 4: mount your tire

Step 5: see if the tire will inflate on your rim

Step 6: dismount second bead and apply sealant... then remount bead

Step 7: apply soap and water *DO NOT skip this step

Step 8: shake it down and lay it flat

Step 9: shave off excess tube

Step 10: throw them on and ride! Be careful to check tire pressure before every ride.

so for those of you wondering what the advantages of tubeless tires is... here they are.
- ability to run lower tire pressure without having to worry about pinch flats. which results in better traction and lower rolling resistance.
- takes weight off the outer most part of the wheel. which is where it requires the most torque / force to spin the tire. ie. lower rolling resistance.
- with sealant in your tires, you dont have to worry about puncture flats.
- there's more. those are the hightlights. do your own research.

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[crni195]

for a 26 " do you put 24 " tube or 20" ? and can you do a tubeless with regulars rims and tires'

[linga115]

@crni195 20"

[yaboijeff123]

were do u by sealent

[linga115]

@yaboijeff123

any bike shop should be able to order some for you. you can also find some online at say jensons, price point, cambria, etc

[unknowingbiker]

Is tubeless good DH racing?

[linga115]

@unknowingbiker short answer yes.

ive been using this for a while now. it sure cuts down the weight and drag you get from DH tubes. i know a few friends who use this system to race DH. theyve had no problems

[kapasoso]

Great job on the Video. I did this a few months ago and I followed your instructions to a tee. It worked out great.

[frankwilliams977]

did you use a tubeless ready tire or is it just a regular tire?

[octalex11]

well this doesnt take the weight of the tube does it

[mapleblackdrums]

You forgot to wrap the rim in tape 1st.

[siriuslymessedup]

ur mascots were both pretty hmph!

[dbw16d]

iv done every thing now i just need to go to the gas station to get a air compressor

[opmike343]

Can you help me with my Calculus class?

[gamhazell]

@linga115 What is the size tire and wheel you used? Also What does UST Rim mean? and what is the difference between that and the regular rim. And what do you mean by "make sure the rim is true."?

[KMarketLeet]

how are tubeless wheels better than with tube?? :OOO

[kingjustin2008]

They were both UGLY!!!

[crni195]

@linga115

some say that with a 24 stays better