Can you slime/patch a valve stem leak?

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Old Jan 14, 2009 | 02:58 AM
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Default Can you slime/patch a valve stem leak?

Well...can you? Like at all? I haven't looked but I can tell the base is slightly ripped off the tube.
 
Old Jan 14, 2009 | 03:14 AM
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No. It cannot be done.
 
Old Jan 14, 2009 | 04:37 AM
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Buy a new HD tube and leave the nut loose on the valve
 
Old Jan 14, 2009 | 05:48 AM
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install correct sized rim locks front and rear and what MA said
 
Old Jan 14, 2009 | 07:07 PM
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At least I have a bead buddy now....
 
Old Jan 15, 2009 | 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by MaverickAus
Buy a new HD tube and leave the nut loose on the valve

where do i find a Harly Davidson tube? Wouldnt it vibrate alot?
 
Old Jan 15, 2009 | 09:49 PM
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I just bough 5 nice michelin tubes froma guy on Ebay for $30. I like to have tubes around.

HD = Heavy Duty as well as Hardley Ableson.

"Buy a Harley, Get the BEST!!!

Ride a mile,.....walk the rest"

What is a bead buddy?
 
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