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MarkTwain
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Jun 06, 2016

Metal valve stems

Can some one give me the brand name of the best metal valve stems for my trailer tire rims. Tire is 235/85R16 steel Good Year. I run 110 psi in my tires. Getting new tires and my current metal stem valves have not had any issues but I thought I might get some new ones. Do you think it is necessary to get new metal valve stems?

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  • I think I'd go finer than 80 grit probably 240 for a smoother finish, and I'd use a stone rather than emery paper, or a flat backing behind the emery paper.. Too much chance of removing more than just the high spot.
  • Most important. Remove valve them.

    Shine area around hole in wheel with 80-grit emery. Outside and inside

    Check smoothness with finger. The slightest bump has to be made smooth

    Silicone dielectric GREASE makes for a good sealant

    If you take your time and really buff out the flanges where the tire meets the wheel, then paint the inside of the wheel with red electrical insulation varnish (spray paint) it seals the rim and the rivets. Makes for the very best seal and the slowest air leakage.
  • djgarcia wrote:
    Old-Biscuit wrote:
    Best metal valve stems..........ones that fit the valve stem area on your wheels

    I always get new stems when I get new tires along with new balancing


    Old-biscuit
    So there are no Best!-better!-typical brands!



    FYI
  • not sure about brands but amazon has them and gemplers online is where I bought them the last time .
  • I have some bare metal stents in my heart!!! Thinks ya have the wrong thread!
  • Old-Biscuit wrote:
    Best metal valve stems..........ones that fit the valve stem area on your wheels

    I always get new stems when I get new tires along with new balancing


    Old-biscuit
    So there are no Best!-better!-typical brands!
  • Trying to figure out if this will help general health or a disability.
  • Best metal valve stems..........ones that fit the valve stem area on your wheels

    I always get new stems when I get new tires along with new balancing

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