I use Freylube http://www.freylube.com/prema.htm It lubricates and protects the wheel from rust. Gaither makes a clamp that you can put on the rim and walk it around. A vice grip works as well. To get a stubborn radial to take air, a ratchet strap around the tread usually won't work. It takes a bead blaster such as the Cheetah.
We use a clip on chuck with regulated air set at the desired tire pressure with the tire in a cage for safety.