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Old 02-07-2007, 04:09 PM   #1
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Hi folks,

I'm looking to install valve extenders on my outside duals. Looking at the solid 'J' type units. My inner duals already have the flexible extenders.

Question is this: Do I need to rebalance my tires if I put extenders on?

Thanks in advance for your guidance!
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Old 02-07-2007, 04:09 PM   #2
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Hi folks,

I'm looking to install valve extenders on my outside duals. Looking at the solid 'J' type units. My inner duals already have the flexible extenders.

Question is this: Do I need to rebalance my tires if I put extenders on?

Thanks in advance for your guidance!
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Old 02-07-2007, 04:33 PM   #3
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Megsfolks,
I don't really think you would need to rebalance the tires, but remember the more valves you place between the fill end and the tire the more you increase the leak potential.
The J extensions will cause side push to the tire valve when checking.... and might even become loose over time..
I have the same set-up as you now and have thought about changing, but decided why mess with a good thing! A good truck tire gauge and truck tire air fill end for the compressor works better for me, for what
it's worth.. Never had a problem yet, knock on wood! LOL
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Old 02-08-2007, 01:23 AM   #4
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ed/Full-time:
I don't really think you would need to rebalance the tires, but remember the more valves you place between the fill end and the tire the more you increase the leak potential. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Excellent observation and advice! I concur.

In my experience the inconvienience negated any benefit because the Wheel Master extensions I used leaked. A dual foot HD truck gauge works very well on all the valve positions.
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What about the stainless wheel covers that block access to the valves?
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Old 02-08-2007, 02:22 AM   #6
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by mrschwarz:
What about the stainless wheel covers that block access to the valves? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Each application must be evaluated separately however specific needs must be accommodated. I have SS covers and aside from the inside dual extensions I chose not to use angled extensions on the outside duals and front tires from past experience.

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I installed flexible valve extenders on my outside duals about a year ago. I put one drop of red lock-tite on the tire valve and have never had a leak. You must be careful not to get the lock-tite too close to the end of the stem or it might gum up the valve. I've never had a problem.
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Old 02-08-2007, 03:19 AM   #8
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These guys make solid metal extenders that replace the existing valve stems HERE .
They are made to fit the application - you have to specify the wheel size and type. They claim they are easy to access with a dual foot gauge.
The disadvantage is that the wheels and tires have to be removed and dismounted to install them. Cost is about $50 for a set of six.
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Are they accessible through the wheel covers?
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i bought extenders for my coach but when I got home, looked at the extenders and what was already there, I decided not to use them. They seemed to stick out too far. I agree that extenders just invite leaks and unless you simply can't get to the valve, leave it alone.
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I bought the set of solid metal valve extenders that Clay L is talking about. They are chrome plated and replace the original valve stems. The longer ones for the inside duals can be bent slightly if necessary for proper fit. They have rubber inserts that fit in the holes in the steel rims to provide stability for the valve stems. I have a Workhorse W22 with the stainless wheel simulators and they match up very well, can't hardly see them. They do have one down side. You must take your tires off the motorhome and break the tire bead on the valve stem side to install the new valve stem. Then reseat the bead, air up the tires and put them back on the motorhome. I did mine in brother-in-laws shop. Took me about half an hour for each tire. They have been trouble free for almost three years now and it couldn't be simpler to check the tire pressures.
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