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j-d
Sep 24, 2013Explorer II
Be careful about the shortest length (matching OEM rubber stems) metal valve stems on Ford Wheels! The shape of the rim and center combine to NOT allow a gauge or air chuck onto the valve. You don't notice it with OEM because it flexes out of the way. A metal valve of 2" or so is enough but the very shortest ones are not.
The TireMan kit includes slightly angled front valves. 15* if I remember. Overkill, not neccessary, but at least a longer stem IS. I got the V2B/Gator/Crocodile air-through caps like TireMan furnishes, and they added enough length to be able to check and air the tires. And on the front, being straight isn't difficult with VersaLiner simulators.
Our stem holes (chassis in signature) are .453" like cars use.
The TireMan kit includes slightly angled front valves. 15* if I remember. Overkill, not neccessary, but at least a longer stem IS. I got the V2B/Gator/Crocodile air-through caps like TireMan furnishes, and they added enough length to be able to check and air the tires. And on the front, being straight isn't difficult with VersaLiner simulators.
Our stem holes (chassis in signature) are .453" like cars use.
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