Van's tire tube

[Jcurry]

Hi All,
I pulled up to my hangar and my right main went flat. Van's store says that 5.00x5 6IT tube works on the RV12. I can't tell from the store picture if it has a 90 degree valve stem or not. I have Matco wheels which use the 90 degree stem. I was unable to cross check Vans part number against other stores to confirm. Can anyone please confirm what angle valve stem is on the U 500x5 6IT?

Thank you

 

[Bob Y]

Yes, the U 5:00X5-6IT Tube has a 90 degree valve stem. If the previous owner provided you with the plans, or you know how to access them on Van’s store, see Section 35, page 2 and you’ll see that is the tube provided in the kit.

 

[Jcurry]

Yes, the U 5:00X5-6IT Tube has a 90 degree valve stem. If the previous owner provided you with the plans, or you know how to access them on Van’s store, see Section 35, page 2 and you’ll see that is the tube provided in the kit.

Bob,
Thank you very much! You are always very helpful.

 

[RFSchaller]

.Jack,

Before you pull that tire try replacing the valve core unless there is an obvious puncture. I had a bad valve core on one tire. Auto Zone has valve cores or salvage one from a discarded tire.

Rich

 

[BobbyLucas]

.Jack,

Before you pull that tire try replacing the valve core unless there is an obvious puncture. I had a bad valve core on one tire. Auto Zone has valve cores or salvage one from a discarded tire.

Rich

Great suggestion! I was about to replace the brand new tube in my nose wheel, thinking it must have been damaged on installation, despite being very careful. I just went out and removed the cap, which has a seal, and heard a tiny puff of air!

 

[Jcurry]

Thanks

.Jack,

Before you pull that tire try replacing the valve core unless there is an obvious puncture. I had a bad valve core on one tire. Auto Zone has valve cores or salvage one from a discarded tire.

Rich

Hi Rich,
I keep a spray bottle with a soap and water solution in my hangar. I sprayed my tire and valve stem with no bubbles detected. Broke down the wheel and tire and found a very small cut in the tube. Finally replacing my tube today. I almost had to take out a 2nd mortgage to pay for the tube.......

 

[RFSchaller]

Too bad it wasn’t the cheap fix, but keep it in mind. Did you get a good interest rate on that mortgage?!