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83 seca 750 front tyre valve leaking

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Mark R, Apr 20, 2019.

  1. Mark R

    Mark R New Member

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    Hi my front tyre valve is a 90 degree one and leaking badly
    What can I do?
     
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    Have you swapped the small valve yet?
    Oem one should be a straight metal one
     

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  3. Mark R

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    Valve is at a ninty degree angle against the wheel rim
    How do I remove it ?
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    You have to remove the tire to remove/replace the valve stem.
    Is the stem leaking at the base, or is it leaking at the valve? The valve core is easy to replace and cheap to buy.
    Schrader valve cores and tools can be found at any auto parts supplier, motorcycle shop, or bicycle shop.
     
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  5. Mark R

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    The whole valve is loose and leaking from base stem and valve
    Thanks
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    What are the date codes on the tires? If they are more than 6 years old it's best to take the wheels in to have new tires fitted. The valve stems usually get done for free when you get new tires (in the States anyway).
     
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    Thanks I'll check the tyre dates
    Presumably that will be on the tyre?
     
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    yes on tire it will be the week and year stamped into tire 4 digets.

    you may be able to use the straight valve stems.
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    He can. I have straight valve stems on mine. They're not as convenient as angled ones though.
     
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