For comp purposes: 18" Fikse FM-10 wheels

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11-17-2014, 09:19 AM

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I'm not sure if it is necessary, but it is probably a good idea. Rather than speculate, someone might know the real answer.

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11-17-2014, 11:44 AM

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Hmm...hadn't considered changing my own wheel center. I wonder if the tire would have to be dismounted. Seems so?

It's best to dismount the tire.

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11-17-2014, 12:55 PM

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11-17-2014, 06:37 PM

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It's best to dismount the tire.

+1... This is the correct and safest way to do it.

I have done it without dismounting, however you have to be very careful. I deflated the tire and then put 3 large clamps on the rims (outside of the tire) to stop the rim halves from separating and then removed and replaced the center.

The only reason I did this is I had no time to dismount, split the wheel, rebuild, reseal and then remount. I was lucky but not recommended.