On 12/15/2010 10:18 AM, Jim Stewart wrote:

I changed hundreds of split-rim logging truck tires
in my misguided youth...

My first truck had split rims originally and I changed my first set of
tires myself. Dad showed me how and I didn't think it was any big deal.
When he showed me how to insure the rim lock was seated, I didn't
question it at all, just followed his example and had no problems.

But boy, when years later I read about a guy decapitated from a split
rim coming apart, it sure sent a chill up my spine! Yeah, I was right on
top of those suckers when airing them up...


Jon