Dynabeads Not Working??

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Mar 30, 2014 | 03:56 AM

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gja

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Originally Posted by Imold

Even though I don't use it for weights (except once on a trail bike), this little balancer is handy for finding the best spot for a tire on the rim. I don't do 90 degrees, just sneak up on it till I've got the sweet spot. Takes some patience. I always do it with the rotor and pulley on, too.

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Mar 30, 2014 | 09:00 AM

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Imold

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Argh, I forgot about getting lube inside the tire, typical soap it up installation could easily clump the beads. I use No Mar lube, from the folks that make No Mar tire changers, dries to a hard film, like the stuff on the side of a pan after you've boiled noodles, and wait a day before putting any beads in. That might be an advantage to that Ride-On stuff, don't imagine a bit of soapy water would mess up a liquid balancer.

Mar 30, 2014 | 09:12 AM

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beary

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Also, there have been tires that require more than 2 ounces of weight for balance. If your Indy can find the required weight, that might explain the problem.

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Mar 30, 2014 | 09:25 AM

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Charlie Fogg

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The yellow dot on the tire is NOT aligned with the valve stem. You guys think this alone could be the source of the problem?

Mar 30, 2014 | 09:39 AM

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Brewmany

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What beary said. Since you're taking it in anyway, you may find out that the wheel is just way out of balance.

Mar 30, 2014 | 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Charlie Fogg

The yellow dot on the tire is NOT aligned with the valve stem. You guys think this alone could be the source of the problem?

It may well be. After my initial experience with Dyna beads I will try the Ride-On the next time. I like the idea of punctures being sealed, especially when traveling, but it is a problem anytime. I do inspect my tires periodically for nails or screws that are in the tread, this would be important with Ride-On as from what I understand it is not a permanent fix.