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TripleJ said:
R_W_B

If you are running tubes in the tire the moisture problem should not come into play as you pour the beads in thru the valve stem when using tubes.
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Thanks, that is a good point that I had not thought of. However I'm still interested in input on the former question because someday I hope to buy cast wheels and get away from the tube (and so many spokes).
 
I have used them since I had my 08 and routinely get over 17k out of a rear tire and much more from a front. I don't drive really hard but I do keep check on the tire pressure and I believe proper balance also helps and I believe these beads do the job.
 
I have been running DynaBeads for 3 years in both tubless tires (Ultra) and tube type tires (Dyna). I believe they work, I no longer get any cupping during the life of the tire, and life does seem a little bit improved. I have had one problem with them. While checking the tire pressure one morning in upstate NY, I neglected to roll the tire so the stem was pointed up. A bead was lodged in the schrader valve and caused it to stick open. I sat there helpless, watching the tire bleed down. Always make sure the stem is pointed up (in roughly the 6:00 position) and tap it on the side prior to checking the pressure to make sure there are no beads in the valve. If you have a handy air source, putting a short puff into the tire will also clear the valve stem of any beads. Other than that, I like them and will continue to use them. Yes, I change my own tires.
 
RetiredJake said:
I have been running DynaBeads for 3 years in both tubless tires (Ultra) and tube type tires (Dyna). I believe they work, I no longer get any cupping during the life of the tire, and life does seem a little bit improved. ..... ......
Always make sure the stem is pointed up (in roughly the 6:00 position) and tap it on the side prior to checking the pressure to make sure there are no beads in the valve. If you have a handy air source, putting a short puff into the tire will also clear the valve stem of any beads. .. ... . ...
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Thanks for the reply, if memory serves me aren't you the one that welded a nut on top of a socket that enabled you to actually do like the manual said and torque your lock nut on the clutch adjustment ?

(oh and please guys I realize hundreds of clutches have been adjusted successfully without torquing them, but I remember this as a real gem of creativity)
 
R_W_B said:
Thanks for the reply, if memory serves me aren't you the one that welded a nut on top of a socket that enabled you to actually do like the manual said and torque your lock nut on the clutch adjustment ?

(oh and please guys I realize hundreds of clutches have been adjusted successfully without torquing them, but I remember this as a real gem of creativity)
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That would be me, anal in just about everything I do.
 
I've been using Dynabeads for years. They work without question. Getting at least 10% longer life with the tires... and handle much better too!
 
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