Presta valve and a compressor
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Presta valve and a compressor
What do i need to use my compressor with my presto valves? I got some tubeless tires and I need to use my compressor to seat them. Neither a floor pump or CO2 did the trick. All I have is a Schrader valve attachment.
Looked on the net, but can't find what I need. I don't think I'm searching for the right thing.
Thanks.
Brandon
Looked on the net, but can't find what I need. I don't think I'm searching for the right thing.
Thanks.
Brandon
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Drop into your LBS and they will probably have a jar full of those adapters.
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Better yet, the Prestacycle Prestaflator Pro:
Prestaflator Pro ? Multipurpose Bicycle Inflation Tool - Prestacycle LLC
Prestaflator Pro ? Multipurpose Bicycle Inflation Tool - Prestacycle LLC
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My local Walmart has screw on Presta to Schrader adapters.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Slime-Val...&wl13=&veh=sem
I've never used them but suspect they are as good as any.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Slime-Val...&wl13=&veh=sem
I've never used them but suspect they are as good as any.
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Better yet, the Prestacycle Prestaflator Pro:
Prestaflator Pro ? Multipurpose Bicycle Inflation Tool - Prestacycle LLC
Prestaflator Pro ? Multipurpose Bicycle Inflation Tool - Prestacycle LLC
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Or you could get the same thing at Harbor Freight for six bucks
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I'm asking an honest question not trying to be a jerk. What's the difference? They look identical other than the chuck. I have one of the Harbour Freight ones and I promise you it will inflate a bike tire with a presta valve if you use an adapter.
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It's a personal preference issue. A Pittsburg ratchet from HF and a Snap-On ratchet look the same and do a similar task. One belongs in a tool box and one belongs in the garbage. JMO though.
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Basically, I got the Prestaflator for tbe convenience and hope of better quality bits. Honestly the Prestaflator doesn't seem altogether different in that category, but the gauge seems to work, at least!
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You get what you pay for when it comes to tools and being a professional mechanic for the last 30 years I can vouch for the fact that Snap On does make some of the best tools out there, no question. Harbor Freight is good for the once and a while mechanic or hobbyist that will only use the tools a few times. If you buy from HF, just don't expect the tool to last and or be accurate. I would never, ever, consider buying a torque wrench from them.
Back to the topic, buy one of those adapters shown above for a couple bucks and you can use any compressor.
Back to the topic, buy one of those adapters shown above for a couple bucks and you can use any compressor.
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You get what you pay for when it comes to tools and being a professional mechanic for the last 30 years I can vouch for the fact that Snap On does make some of the best tools out there, no question. Harbor Freight is good for the once and a while mechanic or hobbyist that will only use the tools a few times. If you buy from HF, just don't expect the tool to last and or be accurate. I would never, ever, consider buying a torque wrench from them...
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I would not buy a hf tool and expect it to be used every day. That being said I have their purple spray gun, their cheap impact wrench and air hammer. They have all done their job but I use them 2 to 3 times a year. If they last 30 uses that is 10 plus years. If I purchased better quality it isn't like I would use them more and at 3x price. I also have a hammer drill I needed it for one project and drilled around 60 screws into concrete. It worked I may never need the tool again. I think I paid 35 comparable ones were 100
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You get what you pay for when it comes to tools and being a professional mechanic for the last 30 years I can vouch for the fact that Snap On does make some of the best tools out there, no question. Harbor Freight is good for the once and a while mechanic or hobbyist that will only use the tools a few times. If you buy from HF, just don't expect the tool to last and or be accurate. I would never, ever, consider buying a torque wrench from them.
Back to the topic, buy one of those adapters shown above for a couple bucks and you can use any compressor.
Back to the topic, buy one of those adapters shown above for a couple bucks and you can use any compressor.
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As far as the air tool in question. 6 vs 60. I would probably get the hf and see if it works compare the gauge to your compressor. I don't have tubeless how often do you need to seal the tire if you keep up with the pressure before each ride? If this us only when you get new tires I would go cheap.
That being said the prestas Schrader adapter is $1 at any lbs
That being said the prestas Schrader adapter is $1 at any lbs
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You get what you pay for when it comes to tools and being a professional mechanic for the last 30 years I can vouch for the fact that Snap On does make some of the best tools out there, no question. Harbor Freight is good for the once and a while mechanic or hobbyist that will only use the tools a few times. If you buy from HF, just don't expect the tool to last and or be accurate. I would never, ever, consider buying a torque wrench from them.
Back to the topic, buy one of those adapters shown above for a couple bucks and you can use any compressor.
Back to the topic, buy one of those adapters shown above for a couple bucks and you can use any compressor.
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Try using a little diluted dish detergent on the bead of the tire. I have an old Nashbar floor pump and a Bell floor pump with a dedicated presta head. Either one would inflate a 700C X 23 to rock hard which should be enough to seat any tire.
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Just bite the bullet and buy a Park Tool inflator if you have/use a compressor. Life will become joyful again soon as the upfront cost fades from memory. In my case that took about a day and a half.
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Right here-> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018TVL4Z6/
Great for both road and cyclocross; the gauge is accurate at both low and high pressure, AND, the best part, is that it works fast and easy with both Presta and Schrader. Don't even have to close the paddle on Presta; just hold it on the valve with one hand and operate the inflation lever with the other.
Great for both road and cyclocross; the gauge is accurate at both low and high pressure, AND, the best part, is that it works fast and easy with both Presta and Schrader. Don't even have to close the paddle on Presta; just hold it on the valve with one hand and operate the inflation lever with the other.
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If I'm using my compressor to fill my tires, I use one of the screw on adapters, and set my regulator to the pressure I want. When it stops taking air, I'm done.
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Anyonewant to buy a Prestaflator?!
EDIT: No, I REALLY want that!
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Right here-> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018TVL4Z6/
Great for both road and cyclocross; the gauge is accurate at both low and high pressure, AND, the best part, is that it works fast and easy with both Presta and Schrader. Don't even have to close the paddle on Presta; just hold it on the valve with one hand and operate the inflation lever with the other.
Great for both road and cyclocross; the gauge is accurate at both low and high pressure, AND, the best part, is that it works fast and easy with both Presta and Schrader. Don't even have to close the paddle on Presta; just hold it on the valve with one hand and operate the inflation lever with the other.
The dual heads on this and the Park are nice, too; they still can be used as blowers, right? Does the Park have a blower tip fitting?