I've got a few wheels cheapskated with insulation tape. You have to go from bead to bead and 4 layers works well.
Or just buy some rim tape.
Ensure retaining nut is done up firmly on valve stem
Throw the damn nut away, it only causes hassle when you're on the side of the road covered in crap trying to replace the tube.
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I've got a few wheels cheapskated with insulation tape. You have to go from bead to bead and 4 layers works well.
Or just buy some rim tape.
Throw the damn nut away, it only causes hassle when you're on the side of the road covered in crap trying to replace the tube.