Valve Stems
These do not look like metal valve stems to me. I just noticed it tonight. I was preparing to pump the pressures up on the G614s since the dealer only put 70-80 psi per wheel. Am I correct or is t...
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CavemanCharlie wrote:
:R No offense in any way meant to the original poster or, anyone who has posted since then.
I don't believe that the aluminum rim posted in the picture should be able or, allowed, to withstand 110psi
I know, I know, it might be rated for that much ! I think this is part of the tire problems we seem to be having. Sure, the tires are cheap too but, all these modern aluminum rims flex and warp enough so that it puts different stress on the tires.
It is my personal belief ; that is no way proven by fact ; that part of the tire problems we have these day are related to shabby, poorly, designed rims.
Again, this is just my "feeling" that is no way backed up by facts.
We had a lot less tire problems in the old days. Were the tires built better ? Of course they were !! But, the rims were also built of Steel !! Maybe this combination of issues are part of today's tire problems.
Sorry for interrupting.
Have a nice Day
You are incorrect in your "feeling". My aluminum 16x6 rim which is similar to that pictured above is rated for 3200#, and 120psi.
