![]() ![]() I notice lots of these failures after an especially cold winter when more road salt is being spread. Corrosion between the valve stem and allow can happen very quickly as a result of salt being thrown up during the winter season.The rubber part over a period of time and exposure to UV rays from sunlight will deteriorate with minor cracks appearing on the surface eventually leading to catastrophic failure and a leak. Most valve stems are constructed from a combination of metal and rubber parts. ![]() If your doing this yourself then ensure you tighten the valve to the correct torque setting.) ![]() (Sometimes this can be as a result of overtighteing the stem. I personally had one occasion when valve was installed incorrectly and 10 minutes after leaving the tyre center I had a flat. It might sound a bit crazy but even professionals make mistakes.
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