Valve stems

[Honeyman]

Hello all;
I have searched and can not find the answer, so I would appreciate any help.

L3240 with R 4 tires

I would like to have my valve stems to outside of rear tires instead on inside where it is extremely difficult to access. I am 75 and can not do the contortions necessary to add air very easily.

Is is possible to do this ?
How difficult is it ?

Thanks

 

[lynnmor]

Perhaps you could drill a hole on the outside and add an additional valve stem. Usually the valve stems have some protection so welding a section of pipe around the added stem might be a good idea.

 

[Honeyman]

Perhaps you could drill a hole on the outside and add an additional valve stem. Usually the valve stems have some protection so welding a section of pipe around the added stem might be a good idea.

i have not thought about that, it may be a possibility , Thanks

 

[D2Cat]

Drilling a new hole for a new valve stem and any welding of a protective shield would require removal of the tire from the wheel.

Even at the age you mention it would be much easier to get the proper air in the tire with the wheel mounted just as it is. Perhaps someone around to help you get the valve stem in the proper location to add air? How often do you really need to add air or even check pressures?