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Originally Posted by Bill14564
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If they are not snuggly in place is there any air in the tire at all??
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No, valve stems can leak air very slowly if they are not tightened down properly. There is a rubber gasket in the stem that needs to be compressed to hold in air. Over time the stems can loosen and require being snugged down, typically only about 1/4/ to 1/2 turn. Sometimes the rubber gasket in very old valve stems can corrode and the valve stem needs to be replaced. A valve stem wrench can be purchased at any auto parts store, or in the automotive department of a box store, for less than $5. A package of replacement valve steams can be purchased on Amazon for under $10.