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Thread: Where can I buy an original basketweave?

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    Default Where can I buy an original basketweave?

    I have a wheel that is like 1/32th of an inch out of round causing air to slllooowwwlllyy leak out of the tire. I have to fill the dumb thing once a week or so. I have tried to have it straightened to no avail, so I just want to get a new one. The stealer wants $450 for a new one and I have tried every salvage yard in the Boston area with no luck. I am leary of eBay, only because most people sell like 4 at a time, and I only need 1. Any ideas would be great! Thanks!

    Brian

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    Default an out of round wheel will not cause a leak...

    more likly oxidation or deep scratches on the bead. I have a few but their probably more out of round than 1/32. They do seal good though. Email me if you want.

    Quote Originally Posted by CrimsonBrian
    I have a wheel that is like 1/32th of an inch out of round causing air to slllooowwwlllyy leak out of the tire. I have to fill the dumb thing once a week or so. I have tried to have it straightened to no avail, so I just want to get a new one. The stealer wants $450 for a new one and I have tried every salvage yard in the Boston area with no luck. I am leary of eBay, only because most people sell like 4 at a time, and I only need 1. Any ideas would be great! Thanks!

    Brian
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    I've got a couple of spares, $75+ shipping will get you one. Guaranteed straight, err- round...

    Bret.

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    Default I just learned something...

    I guess I just assumed since I banged into a curb with that the fact it was a little more oval than its supposed to be made it lose air. Whats with the scratches and oxidation? How would that cause it to lose air? Thanks for edu-macting me!

    I attached some pictures of the curb rash BEFORE it was fixed. That part that is bent in the photo has now been corrected but the tire still loses air.

    Brian






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    Default Ya right...within 1/32...good luck.

    if 1/32 is bad how can you offer more. At least I admit its not usually possible.
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    what you posted will not cause it to lose air, someones pulling your tail unless the rim is cracked (highly unlikely).
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    Well, I am glad that wouldnt cause me to lose air. However, the fact remains that I am still losing air so I need to get a new wheel. Brett, still have an extra wheel? If so, where are you shipping from? You can email me at briankelley@post.harvard.edu. Thanks!

    Brian

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    Brian,

    I've got an extra, will send you an email to confirm. I'm shipping from NC 27520.

    Thanks!
    Bret.

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