See someone out there is paying attention.

Is this a Shreader Valve or a "Schrader Valve", I think it may be the latter spelling.

If so it looks like they are available, I even see a core removal tool is it really such a small component, like a pneumatic tyre valve?

I haven't had time to check part numbers etc but if the cost is small perhaps its worth ordring replacements.

Any thoughts?

 

If I remember correctly the low side can be changed but the high side you have to take the top section of the fitting off. I don't believe you can do this with the system pressured up.

I'll step out in my shop and take a look, I've got a few extras laying around.

Neal

 

Actually I have to apologize. It was the high side line that I had to replace. It has a plastic ball inside of an aluminum fitting which is the valve, that is non repairable.

Tim

 

The low pressure side has an orifice that can be replaced. It is similar to a tire valve stem. There is a special tool and you have to make sure you use the correct orifice. I just bought a kit for about 5 bucks that came with three different sizes. Auto zone I think.

If you are not sure of where it is leaking you can recharge it with dye and use a special light that comes with the kit.