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    Tire valve stems

    I'm looking at purchasing tire valve stems for my rears since i noticed some cracking/deteriorating only within 8 months, not sure why, but do the bmw rubber valve stems (https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...em-36121116326) include the schrader valve stem core?

    Are metal valve stems preferred or a better alternative? If so, can anyone recommend me a set?
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    Yes they include the valve.

    Metal valve stems is usually the way to check if the wheel has TPMS.
    E46 ///M3 • 12/2002 • phönix-gelb • 6MT
    E39 ///M5 • 12/1998 • avus-blau • 6MT
    E60 ///M5 • 11/2006 • saphir-schwarz • 6MT

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      #3
      Yes they do. I got those stems from FCP and they had the cores. Youll need a tool to install if youre doing it yourself.
      2005 Phoenix Yellow M3 Coupe 6spd
      2013 Interlagos Blue M3 Coupe 6spd ZCP, CF roof
      2007 Imola Red Z4M Coupe

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        #4
        Alright, thanks. My dad has tools, but he said it would he too hard to install since my tires are low profile (275/35/18). I guess the taller sidewalls make it easier to "crush" the tire to remove and replace the valve?
        or are you talking about the special tool to pull the valve through the hole, if so, i dont think we have that.

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          #5
          yeah the screw on tool to pull it through the hole. Theyre like $10 on amazon
          2005 Phoenix Yellow M3 Coupe 6spd
          2013 Interlagos Blue M3 Coupe 6spd ZCP, CF roof
          2007 Imola Red Z4M Coupe

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            #6
            A rubber valve stem is pretty much standardized and any decent tire shop will be able to change them for free when you change your tires. They are also a few dollars at the auto parts store and last just fine.

            I have metal valve stems and they require new seals from time to time, which are not necessarily easy to find and often overlooked.

            For installing, I used a bicycle shock pump which threads on. You need to lube up the new valve stem with some tire lube or soap then it will pop right into place.
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              #7
              Usually i do have tire shops install, but to change these out myself, would i be able to press the tire out of the way with say a typical jack and a breaker/pry bar? I remember removing air from tires in the past and i believe it isnt easy to press the tire out of the way.

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                Originally posted by Halftim3 View Post
                Usually i do have tire shops install, but to change these out myself, would i be able to press the tire out of the way with say a typical jack and a breaker/pry bar? I remember removing air from tires in the past and i believe it isnt easy to press the tire out of the way.
                Maybe, but depending on the wheel/tire, breaking the bead can be incredibly difficult. I'd just have a shop do it it will take them 10 minutes.

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