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Old 16th June 2008, 14:52
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I have just read a reply saying you can get adaptors for the valves @ 45p each cheaper than new tubes, also self adhesive patches are a good emergency, but prone to problems with heat...if we get any real summer, and if the pressure drops a bit (tyre) these patches will tend not to be such a good idea (in australia all patches come with a little tray and a cramp..you literally vulcanise the repair, but it is a bit hotter there sometimes)
The adaptor valves are useful but you will still find that even with a track pump, there is a lot of resistance to the air going in. I do not think woods valves are designed for high pressure use
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