Tire bead leak

[moesterman]

My 06 K-9 with OEM wheels that have been chromed. (300 35VR 18). I know it is because of the dissimilar metals with the chrome but is there any way to resolve a significant bead leak? I had the same problem with the front tire which was resolved by installing a tube. I have cleaned the bead, used a double dose of quality bead sealer, however, nothing works. I do not believe there is a suitable tube for the 300, correct? Any ideas short of a re-chrome would be appreciated.

 

[Jersey Big Mike]

A picture of the bead on the rim would help. Wil let us know whether its cleanable or needs to be replaced etc.

When mine leaked it needed to be cleaned and ittook some effort to get it all.

 

[awg]

Both of my 04 choppers front rim had a slow leak. Stock rims. I just check the air once a week. Leak was slow so I was able to get away with just checking them in a week.

 

[mleach72]

There is a very small sticker on the bead on the avons. Sometimes the mechanics don't catch them when they mount the tire and it will cause a slow leak. It happened to me twice. Spray the beads with soapy water and see if you can find the leak. If you can pinpoint the leak, you might be able to push the tire back with a clamp and see what the problem is.