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    Best tubeless valve stems?

    I have an American Classic on one of my rims and I CANNOT get it to stop leaking. It's really irritating. Anybody have recommendations?

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    You, sir, clearly need the finest titanium valve stems the gravel bike world has to offer.

    https://lindarets.com/titanium-tubeless-valve-stems/

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    the stans ones seem to fit most rims well. (also try new rim tape)


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    To give a serious answer, I really like the Cush Core ones.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mntlion View Post
    (also try new rim tape)
    Assuming it’s leaking around the valve stem; It’s usually the rim tape...


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    Quote Originally Posted by nickwm21 View Post
    Assuming it’s leaking around the valve stem; It’s usually the rim tape...
    Thirdeded.

    Otherwise, I've had good luck with the well-reviewed sets on Amazon (check Fakespot).
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    I like the e13 ones because they have a valve core tool built in: https://www.ethirteen.com/products/tubeless-valve

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    Muk off are pretty nice


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    Consider one of the “wide base” versions branded by Maxxis, DT Swiss, Bontrager, etc. they have a rectangular base.

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    Quote Originally Posted by HAB View Post
    You, sir, clearly need the finest titanium valve stems the gravel bike world has to offer.

    https://lindarets.com/titanium-tubeless-valve-stems/
    Those are the most ridiculous waste of money that I absolutely have to have.
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    Quote Originally Posted by HAB View Post
    You, sir, clearly need the finest titanium valve stems the gravel bike world has to offer.

    https://lindarets.com/titanium-tubeless-valve-stems/
    pff, they couldn't even make that an even hundo?
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    I've got a bunch of Industry Nine valve stems that I'd be willing to sell... they work great, never had an issue with them. I'm in the process of installing Cushcore in the rear wheels of all our demo bikes, so ultimately I'll have about 14 of them- most have been used less than 4 rides, some are brand new.

    Right now, I think I've got about 8 that I've pulled. No matching colors if that matters (so far at least). $25 a pair shipped?

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    i like the stems with removable that came on my DT swiss rims,

    i've used orange and they leaked a bit around the stem/rim jhole until the sealant plugged it

    i think best might be what ever works best on your particular rim ?
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    Can't go wrong with the Stan's ones.

    But yeah, if they used to seal and now they don't, it's probably your tape.

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    I really like the muc off ones.
    Also I find if you tighten down the lock nut too much/too tight it deforms the rubber piece and tends to leak. If it leaks don't tighten it even more...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dee Hubbs View Post
    I really like the muc off ones.
    Also I find if you tighten down the lock nut too much/too tight it deforms the rubber piece and tends to leak. If it leaks don't tighten it even more...
    I've also had luck by loosening the lock nut, repositioning the valve stem and re-tightening.

    You can see if what you did worked by spraying soapy water and looking for bubbles. If the bubbles have stopped, you are probably good.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Peruvian View Post
    Consider one of the “wide base” versions branded by Maxxis, DT Swiss, Bontrager, etc. they have a rectangular base.
    I agree with this if indeed you know what you’re doing, and you know it’s leaking around the rubber of the removable stem area, and the stem is pulling through the hole. I actually had a stem pull through on a road bike rim.
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    Went with the Orange Seal stem as it came with a wide base as suggested. And we should be good at this point. No more leaking around the stem.

    Def wasn't the tape, as I don't have tape on this rim - it has one of those Buttranger rim strips - which I have to say are pretty brilliant contraptions.

    Thanks for all the suggestions.

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    Reviving an old thread because I am looking for one of those tools that has a bacon strip inserter AND a valve core stem remover. Have found these two:
    Keegan tools: https://www.amazon.com/KEEGAN-TOOLS-...p?ie=UTF8&th=1

    And this one from Genuine Innovations: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...KIKX0DER&psc=1

    Anyone have a different one or any recommendations?

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    Quote Originally Posted by detrusor View Post
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    Second this, my new favorite valve stems. A bit spendy but come in lots of colors and lengths and each one comes with several different gaskets/bases for different shaped rims. Should be able to make one work regardless.
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    Quote Originally Posted by homemadesalsa View Post
    Reviving an old thread because I am looking for one of those tools that has a bacon strip inserter AND a valve core stem remover. Have found these two:
    Keegan tools: https://www.amazon.com/KEEGAN-TOOLS-...p?ie=UTF8&th=1

    And this one from Genuine Innovations: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...KIKX0DER&psc=1

    Anyone have a different one or any recommendations?
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    Quote Originally Posted by homemadesalsa View Post
    Reviving an old thread because I am looking for one of those tools that has a bacon strip inserter AND a valve core stem remover. Have found these two:
    Keegan tools: https://www.amazon.com/KEEGAN-TOOLS-...p?ie=UTF8&th=1

    And this one from Genuine Innovations: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...KIKX0DER&psc=1

    Anyone have a different one or any recommendations?
    I have the Genuine Inovations one. Nothing to compare it to, but it's cheap and it works. Only used the plug once, did the job fine. I actually get the most use out of the valve core remover, way better than using pliers. Also good for storing a couple chain links.
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    Anybody try the Santa Cruz Fillmore stems?
    https://shop.reservewheels.com/produ...41504818561205
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    I have a pair, but haven’t installed them yet. I’ll update as the trails dry out in a few weeks.
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    Quote Originally Posted by natebob View Post
    Anybody try the Santa Cruz Fillmore stems?
    https://shop.reservewheels.com/produ...41504818561205
    Hmmmm those look good. Keep us posted Rideit.
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