Videos of people lighting their tires on fire using matches and lighter fluid have long gone viral. Incredibly enough, this spectacle isn’t just for show — It can prove practical in an emergency when your tire has become flat and no longer forms a seal with your wheels — a broken bead.
This video delves into the science behind setting tire beads that have become unseated and mounting a tire on a wheel using a controlled explosion…
See Also: How To Break a Tire Bead Quickly and Safely with Common Tools
