A case for monkey see monkey do??
Starting line launches can cause the rim to spin inside the tire, which can be hazardous. If you are not sure your rim is doing this, mark the tire and wheel with a line to gauge tire slippage on the wheel. Also, check for tire slippage when you check your tire pressure after each pass. If it moves one-half to one inch, you should use rim screws. But do not use rim screws on radial tires unless they move on the rim.
Here we show how we help thread wheel screws into our new rims. Screws are essential for a slick with tubes. We bought special Moroso wheels screws, drilled eight holes in each side of our two Centerline wheels (following the manufacturer’s recommended drill size), then chased each hole with a screw, helped along with a squirt of oil.
No. 6 - Should I use rim screws with Mickey Thompson slicks?Starting line launches can cause the rim to spin inside the tire, which can be hazardous. If you are not sure your rim is doing this, mark the tire and wheel with a line to gauge tire slippage on the wheel. Also, check for tire slippage when you check your tire pressure after each pass. If it moves one-half to one inch, you should use rim screws. But do not use rim screws on radial tires unless they move on the rim.
