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Re: What is average MPG of 1977 19' Lazy Daze with a Dodge 360?
Reply #25 –
Yahoo Message Number: 133757
I am not sure what these comments about fuel Injection mean but throttle body injection is defiantly real fuel injection. Chevy used throttle body injection from around 1988 till 1992 or 93. Then they went to a wired spider arrangement for a few years. One problem with motor homes s that they may not be the year chassis that they are titled as. Usually they are titled as the year the coach is completed rather than the year the chassis was built. With the LD's being factory direct only they might not fall into this issue.
Garry
Re: The Tire Man- valve stem extenders
Reply #26 –
Yahoo Message Number: 134038
James and Other Tire Experts,
 As you may recall, the day you were picking up you 2011 model at the mothership, I was considering a 2012. When I eventually picked up my 24-foot FD, I was advised that the wheels now come with steel valve stems. Unlike the rubber valve stems of 2011 and earlier models, these new, steel stems can take an extension, I was told. As I understand the issue, 2011 and earlier tire valve stems were rubber. Adding the weight of a steel extension would cause flexing and eventual failure of the rubber valve stem. Hence, you and many others replaced the valve stems.
 My inspection of he steel valve stems suggests that the valve stems have something similar to a "V2B Double Seal Inflate Thru Valve Cap," previously discussed on this forum.
 Is there any disagreement among the tire experts on this forum that a steel extension can be added to a steel valve stem?
 My inspection suggests the rear wheel will require for the outer wheel an extension with only a slight bend to it. The inner wheel will require an extension with something like a 160 degree bend (almost a U bend).
 Is there agreement on this forum that steel valve stems can take an extension, as advised by the mothership? If so, to avoid guessing on my part, does anyone know specifically what valve extensions are required?

Thanks in advance for your advise.

Gerard

2012 24-foot FD

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Hello Larry Your advice here is always solid. I am better informed because of it.
Costco has intstalled over 6 sets of tires on various vehicles for me. They always have admonished me to stay out of their bays. I don't trust myself enough to instruct or observe if the kit was being installed correctly. My experience with Chuck may have cost me more time and money, but I'm not regretful. I have gained some knowledge.
My primary motivation to use Chuck the Tireman was under the recommendation from Vince at the mothership when I was there for warranty problems.
I follow this forum in part to save money and find where I can get quality work done. Thank you for the information about Costco and your advice.
James

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Re: The Tire Man- valve stem extenders
Reply #27 –
Yahoo Message Number: 134040
Gerard I know my 2011 had Dill brand  valve caps which are like Alligator brand. These allow you to add or subtract air without removing the cap. I didn't notice positively if the stems were metal or not. I think they were. I can't advise as to the reliability or safety of metal extensions for them. You are right in getting a second or third opinion. I would call the Tireman and listen. He is a business, but is in my opinion an expert in it.
James 2011 T/K
 
Re: The Tire Man- valve stem extenders
Reply #28 –
Yahoo Message Number: 134041
Gerald:  We have a 2008 31' LD which, I thought, had metal valve stems which would accept metal extensions.   I ordered them online from Wheel Masters which is top-of-the-line.   You need three different sizes/lengths for a total of 6 extensions   Cost was about $30 total.   As it turned out we had rubber valve stems so I decided to make a side trip to the Tire Man while on the way to So. Calif. from Colorado.   Chuck installed his metal valves but did agree that metal extensions are OK on top of metal valves.  His only concern was the possibility of leaks which should not be an issue if you check them from time to time to make sure they're tight, and we all know to check stuff anyway.   So, if you decide you want to use metal extensions I will be happy to send mine to you if you're interested.  Enjoy.   Gale
G N Wilson
2008 Mid-Bath