Can't just retube that

[fatjay]

Rust will just cut up the new tube. I think i want to take the tire off and weld a new piece of metal in then cut a hole for the stem. I think i'll clean up the rest of the wheel while I'm at it.

Yes steiner has a new one for $100, but I think i'll try this first.

 

[CobyRupert]

Seems like it should work… unless it doesn’t. Theres one way to find out.

 

[CH4Ohio]

Why Steiner? And why $100?

Looks like a pretty typical wheel that you could pick up new for $30. Used rims, they are sitting around pretty common, even cheaper. I'd pitch that in the scrap pile.

 

[airbiscuit]

What's the challenge in that?

Also when done, I would apply a little body putty and paint for a smooth wheel/tube interface.

 

[oldnslo]

What does the rest of the rim look like. Be surprised if that is the only rusty spot.

 

[JTKub]

Just based on the pics, I'd have $100 less.

 

[Dadnatron]

Wire wheel and some JB Weld will take care of that.

 

[CliffordK]

Rust will just cut up the new tube. I think i want to take the tire off and weld a new piece of metal in then cut a hole for the stem. I think i'll clean up the rest of the wheel while I'm at it.

Yes steiner has a new one for $100, but I think i'll try this first.

I've thought about welding a repair on a rim. Keep in mind chasing rust holes are always a hassle.

The one suggestion, however...

The new valve hole doesn't have to be in the same place as the old hole. If you have a clean part on the rim on the opposite side, drill there.

 

[fatjay]

Went through hell getting the tire off, but I got it off. Wire wheel'd the whole thing. All the metal is in good shape, it's just that spot. I think water got in through the valve stem and just rotted that specific spot.

 

[ultrarunner]

Repaired a few antique wheels and always mindful of the application…

Anything above a farm plow speed and on the highway must be robust so as not to leave you stranded or worse.