Original Tire Valves

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Original Tire Valves

Post by Original Smith » Thu Mar 23, 2023 5:18 pm

Whether you use Schrader, Dill or Bridgeport tire valves, the choice is yours. I like 2 3/4" valves as opposed to the original 3" length. You still use the same number of threads, and there is just enough room for the rim nut. With the dust cap installed you can't tell. Why? Probably that 1/4" cuts down the weight somewhat.
As for the new rubber stems which are too big O.D. you must sand down the lower part of the stem with a piece of Emery Cloth to get them to the size Schrader used to make them. Keep checking them for fit as you go along.