Fender Valve Replacement

[Farlander]

I have several fenders which are leaking air from the inflator valve (like a standard basketball or volleyball needle type valve).

I have seen videos on youtube of these valves being replaced by pulling out the old ones and shoving the new ones in.

Before I spend money and wait a week for replacement valves to arrive, has anyone done this successfully?

It seems to me from my inexperienced perspective that this operation would have a low chance of success.

Thanks in advance,

[Bycrick]

Once upon a time, I found a good-sized fender that had been discarded because the valve leaked. Being in a situation where I had lots of time to play, I discovered that the sealing part of the assembly that was pierced by the filling needle was actually about 3/8” inside the assembly. I carefully drilled the outer part of the assembly where you insert the needle and then used a bottom tap to thread it for a 6x32 screw. Remove screw, fill fender, quickly replace the screw. Believe it or not, it held up until just a few months ago when the plastic valve assembly itself cracked. I’ll be interested to follow your solution if you find one that works.

[neworleansrich]

go to youtube and search soccer ball valve replacement.

super easy, valves are available on eBay

[deblen]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwaXegHFH8E

[Stephan]

Originally Posted by Farlander

I have several fenders which are leaking air from the inflator valve (like a standard basketball or volleyball needle type valve).
Thanks in advance,

Hi Far,
Most of the fender Mfgrs offer a lifetime warranty. Taylor, Polyform [I think Scanmarin too]. You might contact your local Dealer if it is one of those brands.

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