I am about to install the Tubliss system on my 06 TE 610. The wheels did not come with bead locks but there is a rubber bung in a hole about halfway around the rim from the hole for the tube stem. I always assumed that bung was where a bead lock would go if I ever wanted to install one. Is that correct? If so, it would appear that I do not need to drill a new whole to install the rimlock/valve inlet for the tubliss. My second question is about the position of the proposed inlet for the Tubliss. If it is placed where the bung is now, wouldn't it make it harder to change tires because each of these space consuming items (the tube stem and the tubliss stem/beadlock) would be on opposite sides. The Tubliss installation video suggests that the two stems should about 4 spokes apart. I'm dangerous with power tools, your input is appreciated before I pick up the drill.
I drilled new holes when I installed mine. It can be done without drilling but like you said it makes installation harder. Later,
I just used the opposing holes (tube and rim lock), but had to drill one hole bigger to accommodate the Tubliss rim lock. With a little practice, lining up the two stems on opposite sides becomes fairly easy...do no try with beer!
Thanks for the replies. I just heard from tubliss as well. They definitely find that placing the holes closer together makes it easier to change tires. Sometimes, I need all the help I can get on that issue, so I think the extra hole is worth it. Now where did I put that drill?
