tire leaks with chrome wheels

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I had a flat repaired recently and was told it was the result of having chrome wheels.  Something about rust building up in the wheel where it meets the tire and causing a gap, thus the air leak.

John Lord · Answer

a reputable tire shop would grind the rim edge for you.  This isn't a problem specific to chrome wheels.  Most factory wheels on older cars are iron.

1claire · Answer

Try to remove any excess air left in the tire by putting pressure on the valve stem.

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