Topic: New tyres

[dpen]

I noticed a topic in the FAQ regarding the dangers of new tyres.

Here is the procedure I've been using for a long time.

Get a scotch-brite pad (like steel wool) & douse it with "sugar soap" (available from any hardware store)

Scrub the tyre including the sidewall for a few minutes. This removes the preservative coating from the tyre.

Wash with water & let dry.

Repeat the process.

When tyre is dry go over it with some wet & dry (about 240 grade)

You still need to take it reasonably easy for the first few miles but you can corner with confidence.

[Bob Wessner]

Hope it's OK, I added your procedure to the FAQ.

[dpen]

It's the ducks guts, Bob.

I've been using it for many years & have introduced a lot of my drivers to it - they swear by it on new tyres.

[jotor]

Get a scotch-brite pad (like steel wool) & douse it with "sugar soap" (available from any hardware store)

FWIW

I googled around a bit and found that "sugar soap" is probably what is called TSP (tri-sodium phosphate) in my neck o' the woods.  I've been using it for years to prep painted walls for new paint.  It's available at Home Depot, etc.

Just re-tired my "real" bike and I'm going out right now to scrub down the tires under the rule that it can't hurt.

Joe

[Bob Wessner]

(tri-sodium phosphate)

Thought about that, but I know you have to be cautious letting it sit on some surfaces, such as glass and tile. I wonder, or wondered, what affect it might have on chrome or alumininum, etc. as in leaving a spot/stain.