LZMutant Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 Hi folks - I want to get a tire pressure gauge that plays well with the hooked valve on the V10F tire/tube. I don't want to pry the valve around if I don't have to... Any recommendations? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jitesar Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 (edited) I would not try to solve it only with gauge. I'm using flexible hose (https://www.ddpneu.cz/pryzove-prodlouzeni-ventilu-100mm) and I connect it to valve and to the gauge (SKS Airchecker in my case) Edited May 3, 2019 by jitesar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erk1024 Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 8 hours ago, LZMutant said: Any recommendations? On the KS18XL, I was having the same problem. Even using @Marty Backe 's trick of using four extenders didn't work because I couldn't find a way to get past the pedal. The valve is very tight against the outer edge of the motor housing. After a couple failed attempts, I ended up with this thing. It's great. It's portable, so you can used it "in the field". The reviews say the gauge is accurate, and the filler hose has a slim attachment for the thread-on valve so it can go straight on. Basically you can get into tight spaces. It was a bit pricey because I had to buy a battery and charger, but it's great to have something that works really well. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M12-12-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Compact-Inflator-Tool-Only-2475-20/304768834 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZMutant Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 Thank you Jitsar & erk1024... I have a compressor already. My problem is that I have no way to quickly check my tire pressure without having to hook up the compressor, which is a bit of a hassle. I find that when I hook up the compressor enough air escapes that I wind up having to fill the tire anyway. Once it's connected it's easy enough - but I hate moving that valve around to attach it. This is what I have:https://www.amazon.com/CYCPLUS-Portable-Compressor-Motorcycle-Inflatables/dp/B07B65GN6W/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=cycplus&qid=1556933025&s=gateway&sr=8-3 I'm really looking for a tiny gauge that is small enough for me to simply attach it and check. Thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erk1024 Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 I have to inflate to 50+ psi, and I haven't found a small gauge that can go into the available space on my wheel. Let me know if you find a solution! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZMutant Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 21 minutes ago, erk1024 said: I have to inflate to 50+ psi, and I haven't found a small gauge that can go into the available space on my wheel. Let me know if you find a solution! Think this'd work?https://www.amazon.com/Motor-Luxe-Tire-Pressure-Gauge/dp/B06XVC13VF/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tire+pressure+gauge+bent+stem&qid=1556935731&s=gateway&sr=8-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erk1024 Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 (edited) That would probably work! Hopefully it's accurate. I tried one of these, and the pressure was off by over 8 psi. Not recommended! https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-12-120-Volt-Auto-and-Home-Inflator-HD12120B/303815464 Edited May 4, 2019 by erk1024 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZMutant Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 52 minutes ago, erk1024 said: That would probably work! Hopefully it's accurate. I tried one of these, and the pressure was off by over 8 psi. Not recommended! https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-12-120-Volt-Auto-and-Home-Inflator-HD12120B/303815464 I may try it - at $15 seems like it might be worth a shot. My compressor has been fine. It's just difficult to attach which is why I'd like to deal with it as little as necessary. Thanks again - LZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lefteris Posted May 4, 2019 Share Posted May 4, 2019 17 hours ago, jitesar said: I would not try to solve it only with gauge. I'm using flexible hose (https://www.ddpneu.cz/pryzove-prodlouzeni-ventilu-100mm) and I connect it to valve and to the gauge (SKS Airchecker in my case) Do these websites send to other countries? I am located in Greece Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZMutant Posted May 5, 2019 Author Share Posted May 5, 2019 22 hours ago, LZMutant said: I may try it - at $15 seems like it might be worth a shot. My compressor has been fine. It's just difficult to attach which is why I'd like to deal with it as little as necessary. Thanks again - LZ Does anyone know if this valve will fit an EUC tire? Kind of defeats the purpose if it doesn't. I think it's meant for automobile tires...but that might be fine....https://www.amazon.com/Motor-Luxe-Tire-Pressure-Gauge/dp/B06XVC13VF/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tire+pressure+gauge+bent+stem&qid=1556935731&s=gateway&sr=8-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erk1024 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 3 minutes ago, LZMutant said: Does anyone know if this valve will fit an EUC tire? The EUC and automotive tires use the same schrader valves--should work fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZMutant Posted May 5, 2019 Author Share Posted May 5, 2019 5 minutes ago, erk1024 said: The EUC and automotive tires use the same schrader valves--should work fine. Cool. I'll order one and report back. Thank you! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mich2 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 You can buy valve extension on ebay for a $1, 2pcs. https://www.ebay.com/itm/High-quality-Bicycle-Pump-Extension-Hose-Bike-Hose-Adapter-A-V-Needle-Valve/192901251261 I'm using mtb fork pump to pressurize the tyre of my MCM4 correctly. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mountain-Bike-Suspension-Pump-High-Pressure-Air-Fork-Shock-Black-MTB-300Psi-Pro/142714479199 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Backe Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, LZMutant said: Does anyone know if this valve will fit an EUC tire? Kind of defeats the purpose if it doesn't. I think it's meant for automobile tires...but that might be fine....https://www.amazon.com/Motor-Luxe-Tire-Pressure-Gauge/dp/B06XVC13VF/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tire+pressure+gauge+bent+stem&qid=1556935731&s=gateway&sr=8-1 Certainly it will. If you use a compressor to fill your tire, I highly recommend this from Harbor Freight: https://www.harborfreight.com/dual-chuck-tire-inflator-with-dial-gauge-63049.html It has a double ended fill valve that allows me to fill any of my 12-wheels with ease. At ~$12 you can't beat the price. Edited May 5, 2019 by Marty Backe 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lefteris Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 2 hours ago, Mich2 said: You can buy valve extension on ebay for a $1, 2pcs. https://www.ebay.com/itm/High-quality-Bicycle-Pump-Extension-Hose-Bike-Hose-Adapter-A-V-Needle-Valve/192901251261 Just bought some for me and friends, but it's from China, and it's gonna take forever to get here :'( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZMutant Posted May 6, 2019 Author Share Posted May 6, 2019 Just an update - got the gauge today and it worked pretty well. I did have kind of wedge it between the rim and the valve, but it wasn't too big a deal since it's round. $15 well spent, IMO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erk1024 Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 On 5/3/2019 at 10:10 PM, LZMutant said: https://www.amazon.com/Motor-Luxe-Tire-Pressure-Gauge/dp/B06XVC13VF/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tire+pressure+gauge+bent+stem&qid=1556935731&s=gateway&sr=8-1 @LZMutant I bought one of these and it works great and is really useful. It also appears to be nice and accurate. One of the issues I'm having with my inflator is that I lose some air while I'm unscrewing the nozzle. I didn't know how much air I was losing until I used this guage! Thanks for figuring this out! I basically have to fill to 60psi, and it will drop to about 52 psi as I take the nozzle off. (Either that or the gauge on my inflator is not that great.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZMutant Posted May 10, 2019 Author Share Posted May 10, 2019 10 hours ago, erk1024 said: @LZMutant I bought one of these and it works great and is really useful. It also appears to be nice and accurate. One of the issues I'm having with my inflator is that I lose some air while I'm unscrewing the nozzle. I didn't know how much air I was losing until I used this guage! Thanks for figuring this out! I basically have to fill to 60psi, and it will drop to about 52 psi as I take the nozzle off. (Either that or the gauge on my inflator is not that great.) It's great you figured it out! Yeah this gauge is just fine. Glad it's working out for you. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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