I just converted my Marlin 8 to tubeless and these valves look a bit long. Is there any safety’s reasons why I should get smaller ones or should it be fine?
by EpicArcher41
I just converted my Marlin 8 to tubeless and these valves look a bit long. Is there any safety’s reasons why I should get smaller ones or should it be fine?
by EpicArcher41
4 Comments
Too long, yes… They’ll work just fine though.
Only thing about too-long valves is they’re more likely to get damaged by a rock hit which is a legit downside but hey ho, nothing is perfect.
Safety, no issues that I know of, or have ever had (mine are a little smaller than yours but still longer than average
Mild issues that might be an issue:
-when pumping up tyres the long stem can wiggle a bit more and start a very mild leak at the base of the valve
-when taking off pump chuck more likely to bash fingers and chuck into rotors or cassette
-if you use a small bottle to refill sealant it can be harder to squeeze in
Makes me think of salad fingers
Too long for my taste yes. Easier to get it damaged.