I just mounted my HRE 840's with the clean hidden hardware look. Looks great but is a biatch to check the tire pressure as the valved is inside the inner barrel. I have difficulties getting the pressure gauge flat against the valve to get a proper reading. I end up letting air out rather then getting a solid seal between the valve and pressure guage. Any tips on how to check the pressure without taking off the rim every time and checking from the back side??? I've already used a motorcycle gauge with a flexible tube gauge but its still difficult to use. Is there something I could buy like a specific tire pressure gauge made for this type of situation?

Thanks!

 

i had this problem when i had my 3 piece wheels. Easiest way is to get valve extensions. I used a flexible gauge but can see how it can be difficult as the distance between the valve and braker rots make it very difficult to squeeze a gauge in there.

 

I appreciate the reply!

Is this valve extension mounted permanently on the valve or do you just screw it on every time you want to check the pressure? Can you direct me to a place I can buy it online?

Thanks again!

 

these are pemanent...don't know if there are generic versions but will vary depending on the width of your outer barrel. would contact hre directly...believe they're around $100; not sure though.