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right folks i have managed to get my fox 36 to not hold any air.
i done this by having the shock pump still engaged as i bounced on the fork (stupid i know). every time i pump them up then remove the pump the ar just comes out the shrader valve

question is what have i most likely done? need the forks to be sorted asap.

any suggestions greatly appreciated.


 
Posted : 17/04/2012 7:18 pm
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the valve core can be removed and checked / replaced


 
Posted : 17/04/2012 7:20 pm
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so take core valve out and try and see if it hold air or not let any through?


 
Posted : 17/04/2012 7:54 pm
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Take it out and see if its damaged - or just replace it.


 
Posted : 17/04/2012 7:56 pm
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You've messed up the valve, or it's stuck down with some gunge. Take pump off, have a gentle dig about with a needle and try again.


 
Posted : 17/04/2012 7:57 pm
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cheers guys.
I had a gentle dig around in the valve and it seems to be holding air now.
is it worth ordering a new valve or will it be ok now?


 
Posted : 17/04/2012 8:50 pm
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Go to your local car thingy shop, the ones that sell all the stuff that people put on their cars. Askl for some tyre valves; you will probably be able to buy the tool and some spare valves.

This: http://www.fawkes-cycles.co.uk/1277945/products/Weldtite-Schrader-Key-Metal-Valve-Caps---Card-of-4.aspx?utm_source=Froogle&utm_medium=PriceComp&utm_term=Froogle&utm_content=None&utm_campaign=PriceComp1


 
Posted : 17/04/2012 9:00 pm