To change antique tires, you will need to use a different process than you would to change a tire on your modern car. The tires on antique cars such as the Ford Model T are known as clincher rims. These tires have more in common with many bicycle and motorcycle tires than they do with most modern car tires. These tires go onto metal wheels with wire spokes. The wheels should have a protective rubber layer between the spokes and the tire itself.
Cover the innter tube in talc. Don't let lumps of talc form up anywhere, but make sure that you give everything a generous coating. Also apply a light dusting to the inside of the tire.
Install the tube into the tire. Inflate it slightly. It is highly suggested that you use a tire flap to protect the tire. Install the tire flap and pull the the inner tube's valve stem through the opening in the flap.
Lubricate the tire. Typically, simple soap and water will work well. This is a good lubricant because it will dry completely without leaving any residue behind. Modern tire shops also use soapy water.
Insert the valve stem into the hole in the rim.
Use two tire irons to fold the bead of the tire into the channel on the rim. You will use one of the tire irons to hold the bead in place while the other one continues to lever more tire into the channel. Repeat this process on both sides of the tire.
Make sure that the tire is properly seated and that the bead is sealed before you inflate the tire. Pick up and drop the tire several times and hammer on it with a rubber mallet to ensure that everything is seated properly.
