neubie Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 I hear good things about them. I also read about them coming loose and causing flats. Tires appear to have flexible stems right now. No extensions. What do folks use for extensions? Is it adequate to just carry one extender for when it might be needed or is it better to have some installed permanently? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WME Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 Use metal valve stems. There are zero pressure extensions, if they get cut there is no air loss. https://dicorproducts.com/product/air-gard-live-stem-valve-extenders-ls/ For the truly paranoid they make add on TPMS. https://www.amazon.com/EEZTire-Tire-Pressure-Monitoring-System/dp/B009BE069Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?tag=usautoauthority0e-20&ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&linkId=9281a5a645a2781d9730ad33d305c988 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neubie Posted August 13, 2018 Author Share Posted August 13, 2018 I feel more paranoid about the stem extender coming loose and getting itself into a troubling spot or worse. I have extenders like this, but forgot to ask for metal stems with the new tires. How long did you go without extenders or were they one of the first things on the todo list? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WME Posted August 13, 2018 Share Posted August 13, 2018 The first time I tried to check tire pressure, I was in the market for valve extensions I use these on the outers..https://www.makariosrv.com/wheel-masters-135-degree-valve-extenders-8029135/ and a set of the flex hoses on the inners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neubie Posted August 14, 2018 Author Share Posted August 14, 2018 (edited) Hmm. I guess got to figure out how to get some then. I might use Linda's tire shop recommendation unless I was mistaken and already have metal stems. I have only had bad luck with tpms stem caps and stem covers so far, may be this time will be different. Edited August 14, 2018 by neubie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 If you have the 6 hand hole wheels metal stems won't allow you to attach extenders to the rear wheels. I ended up switching them all back to the flexible ones. Yes there are high pressure rubber valve stems and that's what was on them when they came from the factory. I know because I still have the inside valve stem extender that also came from the factory. I ended up putting the extenders I bought on my Nissan. Goodyear in Los Gatos did the switch for me and they were quite reasonable as I remember and very knowledgeable about using the right ones. You already have them, keep them. They are fine. Tire Merchants were great but they did what I told them and I'd been convinced that metal was the way to go from the comments here. Great on 3 hand hole but just don't work on the 6 Linda S Just in case anyone doesn't believe me that the 86"s at least came with a valve extender look at the dates this was used and yes it says 4runner but that's my vin. Toyota called them 4 runners https://www.toyotapartsdeal.com/oem/toyota~extension~valve~90942-05014.html?Vin=JT5RN55T6G7004740&Filter=()&Location=disc-wheel-wheel-cap,,42611H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maineah Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Here is what I use www.amazon.com/Milton-S-506-Original-Chuck-Inflator/dp/B0002SRL20 along with metal valve stems. The Toyota stem holes are slightly smaller but easily drilled out. The metal ones stay put when you use the inflater that's a plus. Worked great for me for the Toy home and the dually Dodge just make sure your wheels are lined up properly . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neubie Posted August 14, 2018 Author Share Posted August 14, 2018 6 hand holes. Now to actually go check the stem and extender situation as it exists now. New tires were inflated before mounting but come with free inflation (yes thats a thing in places where people dont know how to inflate). I figure they wouldnt have left them so bad they cant get to them easy. Seems to me I missed organising at least the stem thing in my tire replacement, perhaps more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WME Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 There are 2 basic style air chucks for duallys .The 2 way angled and the 2 way straight. Go to Amazon and you will see what they look like. After you figure out what stem you have get the best chuck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjrbus Posted August 14, 2018 Share Posted August 14, 2018 For the OE Toyota type metal valve stems the straight foot inflator is needed. I carry a small compressor with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neubie Posted August 14, 2018 Author Share Posted August 14, 2018 the new stems are metal and rigid. At least on one rear they didnt align the interior tire stem to be accessible with the outer. Have compressor(s) but have always wondered if they can inflate anything to 60psi given that they seem to want a 10 minute break after doing a 30psi single tire on a compact. With seemingly rigid metal stems I am more comfortable with extenders on all the time. Will try some out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted August 16, 2018 Share Posted August 16, 2018 If you find something that fits please show me pics. I went nuts trying to make something work. Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neubie Posted August 16, 2018 Author Share Posted August 16, 2018 will do, the first shot is the sort of thing WME linked above, straight, 135 degress, whatever in one lot. Lets see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgerunner Posted September 21, 2019 Share Posted September 21, 2019 (edited) Not sure if I am posting a question in the right area of this terrific forum. I am needing to put on tire valve extensions on the inner wheels for the rear tires. I am leaning toward a 2 inch metal valve extension. My challenge is the dual tire valves face each other making it more difficult to air and measure pressure. It was recommended by the RV supply store that I rotate the outer tire 90 degrees so the valves do not interfere with each other, i.e., inner dually faces out and outer dually faces in toward the inner valve. Is there a problem to rotate the wheels to so there is 90 degree offset? Do the wheels only go on one way? Any recommendations or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Edited September 21, 2019 by Ridgerunner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted September 21, 2019 Share Posted September 21, 2019 Absolutely fine to rotate so there's only 1 filler per wheel hole. Surprised someone mounted yours facing each other Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgerunner Posted September 21, 2019 Share Posted September 21, 2019 Great. Thanks for the information. Do you have any recommended passive metal extenders? i am looking at something by Wheel Master but I am not sure they are passive. After I rotate the outer wheel so the valves do not face each other, I may be able to put on Alligator V2B caps and that may give me easier access. What do you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masinoshane Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 On 8/15/2018 at 7:13 PM, linda s said: If you find something that fits please show me pics. I went nuts trying to make something work. Linda S Hi Linda what are my options for fixing Leakey stock valve extenders is removing them completely an option It looks like I can get to the valve stem with them gone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 Like I said. I tried the flexible extenders and none of them fit. I don't have any answers for you. An extended handle air chuck is the only thing I can think of but not going to be much good at a gas station. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masinoshane Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 8 hours ago, linda s said: Like I said. I tried the flexible extenders and none of them fit. I don't have any answers for you. An extended handle air chuck is the only thing I can think of but not going to be much good at a gas station. So you have no extenders on your tires, I'm just wondering. Ever taken the The valve cores out and are they replaceable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 I have the Toyota extenders the same as you. Mine have never leaked. Easy to get off. You take the outside wheel off and unscrew them from the inside wheel, but I already told you this. So are your tires flat in a day? A week? Did you consider the possibility it's the tire valve leaking. Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masinoshane Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 It depends, I know where its leaking from its the valve core. Not popping back out Until you stick a little screwdriver in there and help it back out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 Sounds like a gunk issue. If you take them off, clean them thoroughly and lubricate maybe they will work properly. Water might not be a good idea. Clean and lubricate with 3 n 1 oil. Maybe let them soak. They make tiny brushes to clean your teeth that could get in there and get any gunk out Like this, any drugstore Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fred heath Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 Go to Walmart. Buy a”Slime” tire repair kit. Less than $10.00 They have new valve inserts, a multi-tool to remove them, even a small thread tap if needed. Easy fix for a common problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masinoshane Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 2 hours ago, fred heath said: Go to Walmart. Buy a”Slime” tire repair kit. Less than $10.00 They have new valve inserts, a multi-tool to remove them, even a small thread tap if needed. Easy fix for a common problem. Different than the ones that they sell at the auto parts store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masinoshane Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 I have one of those kits I was trying to. The valve cores were different. Then the ones that they sell at the auto parts store. Also, do you know how the factory valve extenders come off of there? Has a retaining Snap washer. And plastic Peace once removed that Spring still won't come through that hole. I don't know if it separates into 2 pieces right there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masinoshane Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 3 hours ago, linda s said: I have the Toyota extenders the same as you. Mine have never leaked. Easy to get off. You take the outside wheel off and unscrew them from the inside wheel, but I already told you this. So are your tires flat in a day? A week? Did you consider the possibility it's the tire valve leaking. Linda S when you say they dont fit And I've read that the hole is smaller. Is the actual diameter outside dimension? Of the metal valve stem coming out of the rim actually smaller than the typical ones.if so would you happen to have the specs also the spring on the extenders confuses me i removed the snap washer and plaastic gromit then i figured the spring would come though the hole but no is there a seperation right there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 No they are the same as any other Schrader valve. When I say didn't fit I mean they got in the way of the outside wheel fitting back on. The smaller holes in our wheels don't line up so extension went from valve to solid wheel not another hole. It was so long ago I just remember throwing one set away and putting the other set I bought on my Nissan. You say you want to be self reliant about maintaining your motorhome. Get in there and get your damn hands dirty. I'm old enough to be your mother and I am right now installing new shocks and a new blower motor on my Ford. You'll never learn from posting questions. You learn from doing. Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Moho II Posted Thursday at 09:54 PM Share Posted Thursday at 09:54 PM On 6/29/2023 at 5:50 PM, linda s said: I'm old enough to be your mother and I am right now installing new shocks and a new blower motor on my Ford. You'll never learn from posting questions. You learn from doing. Linda S Linda, I see that you've been posting on this thread for about five years (six-ish, now), and you're old and have an attitude. I like that. And I'll bet that my Bro and I are at least as old as you, if not older. We did our first restoration on a 1956 MGA when it was seven years old. My Bro and I are prepping our 'new' old 1993 Itasca to get on the road, after our five year hiatus for heart and cancer issues. Shortly after we bought it, we had the rear end rebuilt with a lower gear ratio to suit our new Colorado mountain ways. We also put on new tires all around. Unfortunately, we weren't paying attention when the technicians did the install, and they put/left the valve stems aimed every which way but correct. Now, we are planning on bustin' all the tires off the rims, installing new stems (hopefully, aimed in an accessible direction), and maybe putting on extenders. But maybe not. It looks like, with the proper stems, installed in the right orientation, with the wheels mounted in a rational and logical manner, we should be able to get at everything with a minimum of hassle. Which brings us (finally) to an actual question... Do you, with all your experience and research, have a favorite or recommended valve stem style, manufacturer, or source that you would be willing to share with us? I've googled the hell out of'em, and think I've narrowed it down to under a hundred choices, but I'm always willing and excited to solicit the wisdom of those more experienced than myself. Either way, thanks for looking out for we ToyMotorHeads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted yesterday at 01:59 AM Share Posted yesterday at 01:59 AM My 86 came with factory valve stem extenders for the inside rear wheel. Tried to install easier access ones but with the 6 hole rims it wasn't possible. I did put some on my Nissan Sunrader. 5 or 7 inch, don't remember. Metal flex ones. Ebay was the only place I could find them that short. If you search the site for valve stem extenders you might find someone else who bought some hopefully with a link Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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