Originally Posted by
schnellschnell
OK, just to make sure I am following correctly.
Use tape or CA to plug up any existing holes in the wheel (not tire).
Punch 1/8" holes in the tires (not wheels) to facilitate exit of any debris that might get in to the tire.
How would stuff get in the tire if there is no holes in either rim or tire and the tire is well glued to the rim? Murphy's law?
Jason
You have it right. From what I've read, you want holes in the tire so that the tire can vent. If it's completely sealed, it acts like a pneumatic tire (like on your car), and the trapped air can make the tire "bouncy" and not allow the foam to work properly.
IIRC, this is the one I bought:
http://www.tractorsupply.com/equine/...se-bit-5016527
I recall that it was cheaper, though. It doesn't work as nicely as some of the higher dollar punches, but with a little adjustment, it works just fine for punching a couple of holes in each tire.
I make the holes in the tire's centerline, between lugs, and 180 degrees apart.