problem with track pump
deeess
Posts: 150
in General Chat
I have a track pump with holes for presta and schrader (spelling?) valves. Whilst i can get the pump to seal onto my presta tyre valve, as soon as I pump the air is forced out of the schrader hole rather than down the presta hole and into the tyre. any ideas or is it just kaput?
it was a cheapo version from SBR but i haven't used it that much and no apparent damage
it was a cheapo version from SBR but i haven't used it that much and no apparent damage
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If all else fails get a new pump, I was cynical until a mate let me have go of his and I immediately ordered one, a Joe Blow (the yellow one)
Incidentally, if anybody wants to try it (using an old pump) the pressure rating of a 2lt plastic coke bottle is about 100psi, so I usually aim for a nice safe 40psi. With 1 litre of water this is enough to get you about 40metres altitude. Off-topic, but fun.
In the absence of any better rec for £40 I'd go and buy another one in a flash... but if there's anything else I should be looking for, then fire away!
For a bigger laugh,drop it in and quickly screw the lid on.