Run-flat opinion…….

[muttandjeeps]

Putting a NOS set of MTR’s (non-Kevlar) and new O rings on my 1123. Just looking to get opinions on the reinstallation of the run-flats or not, no plans on airing down tires for off-road, and plan on 35 PSI front and rear. Any direction or advice much appreciated, thanks.

 

[Andyrv6av8r]

Took mine out and installed Centramatics. No complaints or issues so far.

 

[Action]

I always put them in. The compressor is like $35 shipped on epay.
I had a blowout on thd interstate and easily slowed and pulled over, on the runflat.

 

[Retiredwarhorses]

The RF is this rims bead lock…I don’t suggest airing down.

 

[Coug]

As others have said, if you aren't airing down, then it shouldn't matter if they are there or not.
But it does mean that you will need to verify air pressure often, because if for some reason you lose air pressure, there is nothing to keep the bead from coming off the rim.

TrailWorthyFab makes some PVC beadlocks that a lot of people seem to love. Security of the beadlock, without the extra weight. Of course you lose the run-flat capability, but if this is going to be a pavement queen, then that won't matter as much.

 

[osteo16]

Mine are coming out ....

 

[Glider]

I'd be very interested in a before and after ride review.

 

[muttandjeeps]

Wil do. Thanks for all the replies and advice....funny thing is, I'm not even sure they are installed in my current MT's, but guess I will attempt to use them if they are. Will give my uninformed, rookie assessment of ride/sound difference in tires when they get put on, right now they are in a truck in the Carolina's somewhere...

 

[osteo16]

Just put Centramatics on last week.. Stripped wheel weights... Ride improved a bit, especially after 30mph.. I still have some wheel hop, most likely the out of round run flats.. will post another opinion after removal ..

 

[Action]

Just put Centramatics on last week.. Stripped wheel weights... Ride improved a bit, especially after 30mph.. I still have some wheel hop, most likely the out of round run flats.. will post another opinion after removal ..

You are supposed to balance your wheel/tire when you use Centramatics.
Balancemasters are the ones to remove weights when using them.

 

[osteo16]

Well, video on Centramatics web site instructs to remove weights

 

[Action]

Well, video on Centramatics web site instructs to remove weights

Ok. They told me on the phone to balance mine. I had to get warranty before 1 was on the truck. Oil was leaking out seam. The sealant was 1” from the seam. Lol

 

[osteo16]

Ok. They told me on the phone to balance mine. I had to get warranty before 1 was on the truck. Oil was leaking out seam. The sealant was 1” from the seam. Lol

Yup... they look a little shoddy on the craftsmanship.. ..

 

[Coug]

for centramatics they say it will balance out up to 12 oz of weight.
Of course, the closer you are to balanced to begin with, the smoother the ride will be because while the centramatics do an awesome job, every little bit still helps.

 

[osteo16]

well... in the video it say 16oz.... just saying

 

[Coug]

well... in the video it say 16oz.... just saying

i was going off of remembered information, so thanks for the correction.