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Air in tires

Yahoo Message Number: 3381
I am having trouble finding the proper equipment to check the air in the tires and put air in them. I went to Camping World today to have valve extenders put on, but they could not put them on because of the way the valve stems were on the tires.

How do you handle this problem??
Ree

Full-Timing in 2003 Allure # 30852

Re: Air in tires

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Yahoo Message Number: 3384
"Jurhee Ivy",

You didn't say what wheels you have. I have the Alcoas. I use a truck style air chuck to put air in the front & outer rear tires. For the inner rears I use a 14" braided extender I had left over from my last coach. I just screw it on, inflate the tire & remove. The truck style air chucks are available at any auto parts store. The braided air extender I got at Camping World.

Hope this helps..............Steve Intigue #10673

Re: Air in tires

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Yahoo Message Number: 3387
Go to an auto/truck supply and purchase a quality dual head air chuck and a dual head air gauge. Checking single wheels or outer wheels on the drive axle can provide the most frustration because the valve faces away from you. If you have trouble getting the chuck/air gauge onto the valve because of the lack of clearance through the wheel hole for both the valve stem and the tool, be aware that the stem can rotate a bit to allow you to get the tool past the valve and then be able to make positive contact on the valve for accurate pressure readings or inflation. Good luck.

Fred Johnson

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Reply #3 –
Yahoo Message Number: 3389
I had Les Schwab install valve extensions on the inside rears. They are solid not braided... chrome I think... with grommets that hold the stem centered in the hole in the outer tire. I also bought the valve caps for all six tires that have a spring loaded button at the end that allows you to fill the tire without removing the cap but still keeps the dirt out.

It's the best setup... easy to fill... no lost caps.
You could probably find it all at a truck tire shop or order from Schwab. The installation is a little tricky but worth it.

Dick May

2002 Intrigue, #11438
Dick May
2002 Intrigue, #11438, towing a
2014 Jeep Gr Cherokee ecoDiesel

Re: Air in tires

Reply #4 –
Yahoo Message Number: 3396
Check message # 774. I have used this method for a year or so, with no problems. Note that "cold temp." is 68 degrees F., and the pressures I use (115 front and 110 rear) are at about 85 degrees.
Our coach is a 2000 Magna.

Tom B.

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Reply #5 –
Yahoo Message Number: 3414
Ree,

I would not use briaded extension hoses, they are nothing but trouble. Use the straight metal extenders which are only a few inches long and they come out thru a rubber donut you put in the hole of the wheel. Got ours at Lazy Days, they were cheap and easy for them to put on. I have had all types and I would not trade these for any other ones. Get you gauge from Les Swab, they will have them for sale at the Snowbird rally in Jan., at least they have had them in the past. The one they sell is the best, and they are hard to find.
We make a habit of treating our tires right and in turn they take care of us.
Have not had a tire problem since I throw away the braided hoses 4 years ago.

Take care, Bill G. 2001 Magna 5998
 

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Reply #6 –
Yahoo Message Number: 3509
Can anybody recommend a place similar to Les Schwab in other parts of the country where I could get some extenders? I am currently on the Texas Gulf Coast getting ready to head west. But not as far north as the Schwab locations.

Bill, I have heard pros and cons regarding the braided extenders. I was concerned about getting them, but did not see any other option. But, since Camping World could not do it, I will have to find something else.

Any comments and/or suggestions appreciated.

Ree

Full-Timing in Allure 30852
Headin' for the Baja on Dec. 24