Tubeless Tire Troubleshooting

So you've decided to go tubeless. You've got all your parts. You've got all the tools. Yet, something just isn't working! This video looks at some of the most common problems that occur when setting up tubeless tires. From multiple ways to get the bead to properly seat, to air leaks and stubborn tires, this video will show you how to identify and resolve these problems so you can get out on the trail!
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Video contents:
00:00 Video Start
00:45 Air Flow
02:29 Tire Bead Not Seating to Rim
02:56 Tire Bead Not Seating to Rim - Allowing the Bead to Center
03:15 Tire Bead Not Seating to Rim - The Soapy Water Method
03:42 Tire Bead Not Seating to Rim - Building up Bead Seat Inside Rim for Better Engagement
04:23 Tire Bead Not Seating to Rim - Getting a Friend to Help Method
04:48 Tire Bead Not Seating to Rim - Inner Tube Seating Method
06:00 Tire Bead Not Seating to Rim - The Belt Wrap Trick
06:33 Sections of Bead Too Low in Rime
08:13 Air Leaking at Valve or Spoke Nipples
09:31 Rim Failure From Internal Pressure
10:24 Bead Leaking at Rim Dent
10:50 Sealant Leaking Out of Sidewalls
11:22 Bead Difficult to Remove When Replacing Tire
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• PMP-3 Micro Pump - www.parktool.com/product/micr...
• PFP-8 Home Mechanic Floor Pump - www.parktool.com/product/home...
• VC-1 Valve Core Tool - www.parktool.com/product/valv...
• TL-1.2 Tire Lever Set - www.parktool.com/product/tire...
• TSI-1 Tubeless Sealant Injector - www.parktool.com/product/tube...
• WH-1 Wheel Holder - www.parktool.com/product/whee...
• TW-4.2 Professional Wheel Truing Stand - www.parktool.com/product/prof...
• PCS 10.3 Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand - www.parktool.com/product/delu...
• Blow Nozzle
• Soapy Water
• Rag or Paper Towel
• Rim Tape
• Wide Strap Belt or Old Inner Tube
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