Also a rubber cap for when you break the bead.įeel free to ask any questions. The plastic protector pieces are still available that protect aluminum or chrome fancy types of wheels. I have a 30 / 30 and have it since the mid 70's. Once you have the beads seated, put your finger over the stem and reinstall the core. Make sure you have the valve stem core out of the stem so air can go into the tire quickly.
It blasts a LOT of air, and drains the tank quickly. The ring will continue blasting air as long as you hold it to the floor. Once the bead is up and the tire is airing up, let your foot back up to just the filling the tire operation.
If you're not aware there is the secondary step of the pedal, it won't actuate the bead expanding ring.
The pedal actually has a secondary step, you must step briskly and fully to the floor onto the air filling the tire pedal. The ring gives a blast of air as you're trying to get air into the tire.