I got this tire that is bugging the crap out of me

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by A Bug, Jun 5, 2016.

  1. 4leggedbucket

    4leggedbucket Bobtail Member

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    I once had a similar issue on a steer, the shop or myself couldn't find the leek. Checked the valve stem and sprayed tire repeatedly with with soapy water, turned out the aluminum rim ( inside between the brake drum and rim) had a small crack in it that only let out a few small bubbles every few minutes after placing the tire and rim in a tub of water. I sure was surprised
     
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  3. Lepton1

    Lepton1 Road Train Member

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    A spray bottle with a splash of dish soap is essential for chasing leaks. I've spent more than a few 34's spraying down tires, air lines, brake cans, and air bags. I'm getting a bigger spray bottle.
     
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  4. 2010CascadiaOwner

    2010CascadiaOwner Bobtail Member

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    Dear Lepton1,

    A Simpler and MUCH CHEAPER way is...
    Walmart, THE BUBBLE stuff that kids use to Blow Bubbles with the Plastic Ring.

    Gallon for Cheap and you can cut it with water and it BUBBLES REALLY WELL!!!
     
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  5. EZ Money

    EZ Money Road Train Member

    Glad I don't have issues buying tires.....I tell Boss,He says stop anywhere I want and buy a new one...
    We haul heavy and they want either Michelin or Good Year virgin rubber....no questions asked.

    Loves in NC kind of reamed me last week for 668 bucks for one trailer tire.
    Bought the exact same tire at a Loves in TN a few weeks before and it was 520...

    I hate chasing tire leaks.....
     
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