How much sealant in 4.8's ?

[one piece crank]

When I first set-up my tubeless fat tires I couldn't believe the 6-8oz. recommendation, so I think I used 4oz. and top up annually. Never had problems sealing punctures, which I get quite often (thorns). I'm recharging a set that hasn't been touched since last November, and am again thinking 3-4oz is fine.

How much do you use?

 

[Patrick]

6oz

 

[Piston Honda]

2-3oz in D5s. I'm thinking maybe I need to add more now.

 

[bergsnj]

i probably put between 4-6 oz. i just make sure i can hear it splash inside the tire if i shake it after it has been sitting for a while.

 

[Big Al]

My rule of thumb is 1oz per inch. So, 4.8" wide tires, use about 5 oz of sealant.

 

[a.s.]

My rule of thumb is 1oz per inch. So, 4.8" wide tires, use about 5 oz of sealant.

I agree. 4-5 oz should be more than enough.

 

[one piece crank]

Thanks for the replies. Big bottle of Orange Subzero inbound….

 

[rick81721]

4.8

 

[FitmanNJ]

5-6 oz, especially if the tire is new (the virgin rubber is thirsty). If it’s been sealed before, you may be able to get away with a little less.

 

[MadisonDan]

Thanks for the replies. Big bottle of Stan's Sealant inbound….

Fixed.

 

[one piece crank]

Thanks for the replies. Big bottle of Orange Subzero inbound….

Fixed.

Yeah, never bought Stans and never will

Subzero is awesome, seals quickly in every temp range, especially cold dark mornings when I tend to ride most.

 

[one piece crank]

I liked Rick's answer, so I went with ~4.8 ounces per wheel.