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JollyClubUK

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Re: Inner tubes in tubeless tyres- help sought
« Reply #15 on: 25 April, 2023, 08:17:58 AM »
What size tyres do you run on your 1600 HF Tim?

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Re: Inner tubes in tubeless tyres- help sought
« Reply #16 on: 25 April, 2023, 09:09:06 AM »
My tyre fitter says these type of rims are OK but others go by the book. For what it is worth I run 2 Fulvias and a Beta HPE tubeless. I would have run a third without but the Michelin tyre was specifically for tubed as Michelin left out the inner layer of sealant in the manufacture process of XZX classic range so without a tube the air would leach out through the tyre carcass. My 1600HF has done 10000 miles on its current tyres and similar on my Sport1600. Its everyone's own decision.....

I hear what you say and would prefer to run tubeless too.

I think the problem that can arise is that if the air pressure is too low, as with a slowish puncture you might not have noticed, the tyre can come away from the rim on a corner/bend with potentially serious consequences. With a proper tubeless rim it usually stays on the rim and gives a chance of better control.

I reckon to have one puncture in about 60,000 miles of everyday motoring. With the Fulvia I'll be long gone before I get one statistically! As you say, best for people to make their own choice if they know the potential issues.
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Re: Inner tubes in tubeless tyres- help sought
« Reply #17 on: 25 April, 2023, 10:36:21 AM »

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Re: Inner tubes in tubeless tyres- help sought
« Reply #18 on: 25 April, 2023, 10:52:59 AM »
What size tyres do you run on your 1600 HF Tim?

175/70 dont ask why!! But I find 185 kills the steering feel after the tyre has worn in (ie new tyres are deliciously light on the steering....)
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1967 Fulvia 1.3HFR
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1988 Delta 1.6GTie
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Re: Inner tubes in tubeless tyres- help sought
« Reply #19 on: 25 April, 2023, 11:12:03 AM »
BTW If a tube bursts due to incorrect tyre fitted this happens without warning.

The old adage "of know thy car" should alert drivers of nuances.
Its not the winning but taking part! or is it taking apart?
Lancias:
1955 Aurelia B12
1967 Fulvia 1.3HFR
1972 Fulvia 1600HF
1972 Fulvia Sport 1600
1983 HPE VX
1988 Delta 1.6GTie
1998 Zeta 21.  12v

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Re: Inner tubes in tubeless tyres- help sought
« Reply #20 on: 25 April, 2023, 11:30:01 AM »
In the end I had all 4 Cromodoras refurbished and the new tyres fitted without tubes. Have just completed 400 miles over the weekend with no issues.
Anyone want to buy 4No brand new & boxed Michelin 14" inner tubes!!!!!!!
Did you determine if the wheels are suitable for tubeless? I see no reason why you would have had any issues or indeed will have unless you have a puncture.

Yes the Cromodora's once re-furbished were suitable for tubeless tyres which is what I had fitted, thanks.
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Re: Inner tubes in tubeless tyres- help sought
« Reply #21 on: 25 April, 2023, 11:32:36 AM »
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Re: Inner tubes in tubeless tyres- help sought
« Reply #22 on: 25 April, 2023, 12:50:49 PM »
What size tyres do you run on your 1600 HF Tim?

175/70 dont ask why!! But I find 185 kills the steering feel after the tyre has worn in (ie new tyres are deliciously light on the steering....)
Thanks Tim, currently running 176/65/14