Valve Stems
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Joined: Sep 2008
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From: Cocoa Beach Florida
Valve Stems
I have aftermarket rims (not nice ones) on my 76 Vette. The interior is a honeycomb type. The problem is with the valve stems. They are tucked into the honeycomb so much, I am afraid that if I pull em out a little to put in air in the tire, they will snap off.
Anyone know if they make an "add on" L shaped valve stem?
I will eventually replace the rims when I have the $$$.
Anyone know if they make an "add on" L shaped valve stem?
I will eventually replace the rims when I have the $$$.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 2,817
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From: Somerset, NJ
From being in the auto parts business now 31 years I know valve stems. You probably have the smaller TR-413 valve in your rim. The next size up is a TR-418 valve that will fit your wheel if you need one sticking out about a half inch more. I would replace the valve rather then add a extension as some of them leak over time plus they won't look right on your wheel if you were to ask me.
