praetorian wrote on 12/31/69 at 16:00:04:Yeah... I realized this when I plugged the tire andfilled it with air.... rode to the end of the block and back and the tire was flat again. Air is leaking out of the base of the valve stem like crazy past the nut.
Herein lies the problem....
My local Suzuki dealer takes 1-2 weeks to get a part in when it is ordered. Is this something that I would have to get a tube made specifically for the Savage, or are they all the same for the same size wheel?
I have never done it, but think I understand the basic ideas. Using tire irons to pry the tire over the lip of the rim all the way around then working the tube out.
Can the hole in the existing tube be repaired, or do I HAVE to get a new tube?
Times a wastin buddy. Get good tire tools (cheap ones bend), a NEW tube, a patch kit (just in case), soapy water and drop the tire Friday night. You can change it out. Just take your time...I think someone has a topic on changing the tire somewhere. Once you do it, you'll never need them again.
You don't need a dealer...if you want I'll even give you my cell number.
You can worry about the little screw hole after your ride. That's the beauty of tubes.
Maybe these old photos can get you convinced. If an old fart can do it...