Pro Tip: TIRE MOUNTING

This is one of the most frequently asked questions not only to Kart360, but also in general. At first glance it is thought to be all about brute strength or big hands, yet this couldn’t be further from the truth. Justin Stefani from COMPKART walks us through his preferred technique on mounting karting tires. Visit the full article for further description: kart360.com/features/pro-tip-h...

[@gsixzero]

I'd love to see this technique on a cheaper, consumer grade tire.

[@brandonsimeone5678]

Hey Justin, nice meeting you in West Palm today, you asked for suggestions, how about setting up the kart for rain as we saw today?

[@anthonywilson4720]

What size rims an tires goes on a arrow kart 30/32 frame

[@772lilsami]

could any size tire fit any rim?

[@slayerseveniOS]

Now can you show us with MG reds?

[@thedrummingfitz742]

Mg reds are such a pain

[@Rowanrich21]

@@thedrummingfitz742 same with rains

[@1986DreD]

Thank!

[@ZoltanHubert]

@kart360 Tried but it's releasing the air and cant pop this way

[@gagehembree2660]

After the tire is inflated do you screw the bead screws all the way in?

[@kart360]

After the bead pops into place and you've let all the air back out, then you can tighten the bead locks all the way in.

[@oldwortex5818]

40 minutes and still not on. I'm trying to mount a Mojo tire on a GMZ wheel. 1st of all the tire isn't that soft like yours. It seems harder a bit. But my issue is that it is not bending over the wheel. One side in on and the other won't get into the groove and bend around the edge. I'm exhausted after 40 minutes. Tried warming the tire a little, applied dish washing soap, etc. Nothing, absolutely nothing. 40 minutes and not one tire is mounted and I need to mount 8 !!!

[@aetlas5000]

Same issue with us. Incredibly difficult, makes me wonder if the type of wheel makes a difference.

[@davidfrancis3685]

where can I purchase these wheels and tires/what sizes did you use?

[@GlenKimpton]

@@davidfrancis3685 lol

[@davidfrancis3685]

@@GlenKimpton Damn this was a while ago. Just a broke kid planning a go kart build. Might actually get around to it soon. But what is the “lol” for 🥲

[@GlenKimpton]

@@davidfrancis3685 hmm i was replying to a message that said "thank you" for what i assume was a reply that never came. (i fell like doing the same sometimes) I cant see that message now, so not sure if i replied to the wrong comment or if that comment was deleted?

[@davidfrancis3685]

@@GlenKimpton Yeah I figured that’s what it was for. I deleted it before responding to you the first time. Not sure if it was sarcasm or if I got an answer

[@pavelberyoza9805]

So do you need to balance the tyre then?

[@hallkbrdz]

Yes, I do. Use 1/8 oz weights - usually they are pretty even to start with, so it doesn't take much.

[@bighoss1325]

MG's are much easier. Running Dunlop DFMs and the beads on those seem to have next to no bloody give!

[@carlfredricksen873]

I actually cant do this. But i got a pretty handy machine wich is OP af.

[@nathanemmins1363]

Do more of these

[@kart360]

Nathan, we're always looking for suggestions for how-to videos. Please let us know if you have any. You can also e-mail us at: hello [at] kart360.com

[@p.c.h.6721]

Is not that easy on a used soft tyre.

[@p.c.h.6721]

Close ups of what you’re explaining would be better.

[@randall928]

It's not that easy, telling us it's easy doesn't help anyone.

[@mareksumguy1887]

Don't use Windex!!!. Use Silicone grease or proper tire lube!.

[@sethglenn9022]

Soapy water.

[@mareksumguy1887]

No.

[@sethglenn9022]

you certainly don't want grease. the power will just spin the wheel in the tire. source: i do tires for a living.

[@mareksumguy1887]

Whats tire mounting lubricant made from then?

[@sethglenn9022]

tire lube is vegetable based soap. both do the same. slipery when wet and sticky when its dry. soapy water also doubles as a way to detect leaks.