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Originally Posted by Kandy OrangeZ
So since its a 3 pc i have to separate the barrels and the face? Not just remove the face? ALso, I am mechanically inlcined so this seems very easy...also, how about sending some silicone my way  |
I suggest separating them so that new sealant can be applied and there's no chance for leaks. It will be a lot easier having the tire dismounted to just clean and add new silicon versus risking not doing it and mounting the tire and having to dismount because of a leak. As for the silicon; we use a special sealant that is specifically for wheels. What I would suggest using is a silicon that is water, and weather proof so avoid any leaks. What they use on fish tanks would be perfect.
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Originally Posted by Mike
He is the expert, but if you are just doing the faces, I don't see why you can't. On mine I didn't separate the halves, even though I did powdercoat the barrels. The glue held up even through the cure cycles in the oven.
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The silicone OZ and we use is the same so it will hold under heat but it's not recommended. A $9 tube of silicon and an extra 10-15 mins cleaning and adding the silicon is not worth the headaches of waking up to a flat and having to due the whole process all over again.
Gio