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Old Jul 20, 2022 | 10:53 AM
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When I put the Schrader valves in these shocks 2 years ago I wrapped a small amount of Teflon tape around the threads. Maybe I didn't use enough.
There is a rubber cone below the threaded portion that seals the valve. If it's leaking at the threads, teflon tape is just lipstick on a bull dog.
 
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There is a rubber cone below the threaded portion that seals the valve. If it's leaking at the threads, teflon tape is just lipstick on a bull dog.
I’ll check it out
 
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Yep, once I get some time I'll pull the valves out and check to see if that seal is intact.
 
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