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Why Buy Butyl Rubber Inner Tubes?

Butyl rubber is one of the most widely used synthetic polymers in the world, ranking third in total synthetic elastomers used. First introduced in 1942, butyl rubber origins are due to the rubber-procurement program of the U.S. Government during World War II. This program sought to ensure the availability of rubber supplies for military use. Indeed, shortages of natural rubber during wartime have resulted in the development of many of today's synthetic rubber compounds.

Inner tubes made of Butyl are eight times higher in air retention than inner tubes made from natural rubber.Butyl Rubber inner tubes have proven to be very effective for use on equipment that is relied upon to do important and tough jobs.

"SIMPLY STATED OUR TUBES JUST PERFORM BETTER." Dennis Orcutt – President Trans American Rubber

Sport Tubes are Always in Season

The temperature is down which means snow tubing is up! In the colder weather regions ski resorts are very much pleased with the downfall of snow and are recording record high amounts of snow tubers. Snow tubing is fun not just for the kids but for the whole family. The need to find sitters while parents want to get out in the snow no longer applies when young and old alike can hop a tube and catch some air.

The current events of the nation may be on an emotional upswing but times are still tough all over. Snow tubing is an inexpensive way to get outside and have some fun and forget your worries for a couple of hours. Our sport tubes are of durable 100% butyl rubber, not the cheap vinyl from that chain store down the street. Our tubes also have available covers in bright red, white and blue camouflage. There are handles on each cover which make it easy to carry up the neighborhood hill and to link with friends.

Trans American Rubber Inc. is more than just inner tubes and specialty tires, we’re your source for family fun and entertainment. We have 44” Adult assemblies and 32” Child assemblies. Call us today to find out more.

TUBE TIPS

Removing the valve core and exhausting all air will remove buckles and uneven stresses from the tube and flap. Check the valve stem by running a piece of wire through the stem to make sure it is not plugged.

A filter on the air inflation equipment will remove moisture from airline preventing corrosion. Apply a liberal amount of tire mounting lubricant to the rim bead seats, tire beads and tube where it contacts the rim and the tire beads. (USE A VEGETABLE BASED LUBRICANT DILUTED 50% WITH WATER.)
High air pressure stretches the tube across the tire bead toe. Without lubrication, the tire bead toe may cut the tube, or the tire bead may pinch the tube against the rim as it slides into position.

A tube sometimes will not adjust well to the inside contour of the tire because the tube surface does not always slip when in contact with the tire has little or no inside lubrication.

Rims with inadequate bead seat ledge width for the tire bead allow the tire bead toe to extend beyond the rim bead seat ledge, which can chafe the tube leading to air loss and downtime.

WARNINGS

Changing tires, tubes, & flaps can be very dangerous. The proper tools and care should always be used. Follow the procedures and instructions in the manufacture's catalog and manual.

• ALWAYS use a restraining device when inflating tires.
• Always use correct tire and rim combinations.
• Always inflate to proper PSI.