I also had those TyrePal valves, and they caused a flat tyre within 20 miles of fitting one, as it damaged the valve. When we got back from holiday, I noticed the other valve looked exactly like yours. I’ve since ditched the TyrePal as it seems to cause exactly the issue it’s meant to detect. I can only assume the force placed on the valve caused by the extra weight of the valve and ensuing centrifugal force caused the damage. Thanks for the video. It’s extremely well made. :-)
Thanks for the feedback Chris. I’m just over cautious 😏 hopefully doing these checks will possibly decrease the chances of of issues. Thanks for watching, Martin 😊
Nice one Martin something that is over looks quite often . A good info videos on how to take the wheels off the safe way it's so easy for the van to slip off a jack if u not careful thanks for sharing .kev
Hi Kev, hope you are well. I would imagine valves are often missed on checks. Difficult task taking the wheels off! Thanks for comments and watching, Martin 😊
Great safety advice Martin this is a major issue regarding ageing tyres which has been in the press but regarding a PSV coach. At the moment the law regarding caravans maintenance is not enforced. Apart from road side and motorway checkpoints from DVSA (vosa) . Do think the laws should be changed regarding a safety certificate or similar to a MOT for a vehicle. It's important when caravan tyre replaced that its type is as original and the load index is correct. Very well done Martin probably the most missed thing on a caravan
I did read somewhere that VOSA are looking to do more spot checks on caravans next year. I think they should have a road worthiness certificate but this would probably take a lot vans off the road! I think the DVSA will get a hold of this eventually. Thanks for the feedback and watching, Martin 🙂
Carried out like a pro , you missed your vocation in life breakdown service are going to be head hunting 👍well planned and job well done . Nice shiny axle stands !!!
Funny this should appear Today as I’ve this afternoon put my van up on axle stands and the wheels are in the the shop waiting for new tyres to arrive tomorrow. 👍
Another great video Martin - all good info. Downside - every time you have ( or find) a little job to do, Sandra ( other half ) watching it with me says that’s something I could do with doing ! 🙄 I had Tyron bands fitted last year when I changed tyres - tyre bloke came and fitted at the storage park together with new tyres - did you consider them ? Keep up the good work Martin - just glad you don’t vlog about painting and decorating ! 👍🏻
Hi Howard, did I not mention my new DIY channel 😂😂. I have looked at Tyron bands in the past, look a good bit of safety kit. Will have a look into the costing. Thanks for comments and support, Martin 😊
I have friend who took his tyre pal system off his caravan as he was sure they contributed to his tyres deflating. Since doing this he has not had a problem, put me off using the system.
Great video thanks Martin, have just bookmarked a few of your other caravanning videos to have a look at. I bought a pair of Silverline 763620 axle stands but am a bit nervous about using them as the profile of the top bit of the axle stand doesn't quite match the profile of the axle... I don't want to damage the axle! I'm probably worrying too much... what do you think?
The axle is fairly solid so should be ok. My profile doesn’t quite match but sits on them fine and has never been a problem. I would give them a go. cheers, Martin
Great video Martin...I'm pretty new to caravanning and just checked my tyres they are all out of date so i need to change them, i was considering taking off both wheels on the van and leaving it jacked up on axel stands for the winter months in order to save the new tyres from the elements and also as a safety precaution in case the caravan was stolen i keep it out the back of the house on tarmac, can you see any problems with doing this ?
Hi Barry, dealers don’t really tell you about the tyres as it may cost them money! I put our van on axle stands but leave the wheels on, I will have a vlog out soon covering this subject. As long as the axle stands are in the correct position it should be fine. Thanks for comments and watching, Martin 🙂
I've the same van as you same year to. Is it 160nm u set your wheel nuts at ? I think it says on the book that come with the van 110nm. Am not sure what to go with. Thanks
@@TheCaravanNut thanks Martin love the channel 👍 watching from Ireland keep up the good work you helped us out more then you know watching your videos. 👍
Hi,my concern is the quality grade of the valves garages are using for our Caravans! Fitters should give you the choice on the quality of the valves they fit....We have had four valves perish and now buy brass quality ones and take them with the new tyres to be fitted.I'm not saying they fit the cheapest valves , but Caravan tyres are changed far less frequently and the valves should be up to the same high demands as 8 ply van tyres! We change our tyres every five yrs normally.
I hadn’t thought about brass fittings, they would be far better. I would imagine that some tyre places are trying to increase profit and a way of doing that would be to use cheaper valves. I will look at the brass next time I change the tyres. Thanks for comments and watching 🙂
Very informative. Nice to see someone explain how to jack up a caravan.
Cheers Mark, wish the job was as quick as the vlog! Actually took 3hrs with filming and going to tyre shop. Thanks for watching, Martin 😊
Hi Martin. Very informative video. The tyres and wheels are so important on your Caravan. Thanks Phil👍🙂
Hi Phil, often don’t get checked enough. Hope you are enjoying Blackpool 😊 cheers matey
Valves and inner tyre walls easily overlooked. Good video Martin.
Hi Ian, good to give them a good inspection every now and then. Thanks for watching, Martin 😊
Another important safety message delivered well done Martin.
Cheers Colin, hope you are well 😊
I also had those TyrePal valves, and they caused a flat tyre within 20 miles of fitting one, as it damaged the valve. When we got back from holiday, I noticed the other valve looked exactly like yours. I’ve since ditched the TyrePal as it seems to cause exactly the issue it’s meant to detect.
I can only assume the force placed on the valve caused by the extra weight of the valve and ensuing centrifugal force caused the damage.
Thanks for the video. It’s extremely well made. :-)
Will be keeping an eye on our tyre valves, it is a great system though and will continue to use it. Thanks for comments and watching
A useful thing to check, often overlooked 👍
One of the many things that get overlooked Andy, Thanks for watching 😊
Another good job done Martin, and a vital check on the inside walls ;))
Cheers Stew, one more job down many more to come! Thanks for watching, Martin 😊
Great vlog Martin as usual ,will start to check our valves and tyres more thourgh true professional .
Thanks for the feedback Chris. I’m just over cautious 😏 hopefully doing these checks will possibly decrease the chances of of issues. Thanks for watching, Martin 😊
Good clear and helpful. Thank you.
Glad it was of help, cheers
Great reminder Martin, well done 👍🏻😄 Trev
Cheers Trev, hard work changing the wheels though 🤨🤨
Nice one Martin something that is over looks quite often . A good info videos on how to take the wheels off the safe way it's so easy for the van to slip off a jack if u not careful thanks for sharing .kev
Hi Kev, hope you are well. I would imagine valves are often missed on checks. Difficult task taking the wheels off! Thanks for comments and watching, Martin 😊
Great safety advice Martin this is a major issue regarding ageing tyres which has been in the press but regarding a PSV coach.
At the moment the law regarding caravans maintenance is not enforced.
Apart from road side and motorway checkpoints from DVSA (vosa) .
Do think the laws should be changed regarding a safety certificate or similar to a MOT for a vehicle.
It's important when caravan tyre replaced that its type is as original and the load index is correct.
Very well done Martin probably the most missed thing on a caravan
I did read somewhere that VOSA are looking to do more spot checks on caravans next year. I think they should have a road worthiness certificate but this would probably take a lot vans off the road! I think the DVSA will get a hold of this eventually. Thanks for the feedback and watching, Martin 🙂
Carried out like a pro , you missed your vocation in life breakdown service are going to be head hunting 👍well planned and job well done . Nice shiny axle stands !!!
Hi Gavin, my days of crawling under cars are over! Getting too old. Thanks for watching, Martin 😊
Funny this should appear Today as I’ve this afternoon put my van up on axle stands and the wheels are in the the shop waiting for new tyres to arrive tomorrow.
👍
Not the nicest job to do! Thanks for watching 😊
The Caravan Nut totally agree.
Love the channel.
Thanks for the support 😊
Good info here Martin. We have a mobile caravan guy who I have used to change two sets of tyres on different vans. Good info though.
Hard work changing the wheels on the van, good job we have Green flag! Cheers Martin 😊
Very inportment job, good vlog. .Alan. ..
Thanks for watching Alan 😊
Great video. Very informative I will be checking mine now.
Worth a look, thanks for watching Paul 😊
Good stuff thanks mayday for me if I have a NB puncture
Hi Greg, if I’m on a busy road or motorway I will be calling Mayday as well, not worth the risk. Cheers Martin 😊
Another great video Martin - all good info.
Downside - every time you have ( or find) a little job to do, Sandra ( other half ) watching it with me says that’s something I could do with doing ! 🙄
I had Tyron bands fitted last year when I changed tyres - tyre bloke came and fitted at the storage park together with new tyres - did you consider them ?
Keep up the good work Martin - just glad you don’t vlog about painting and decorating !
👍🏻
Hi Howard, did I not mention my new DIY channel 😂😂.
I have looked at Tyron bands in the past, look a good bit of safety kit. Will have a look into the costing.
Thanks for comments and support, Martin 😊
Hi Martin, very interesting!
do you think the tyre-pal valves have contributed to the cracks in the valve necks with the extra weight perhaps?
Good shout Lee. I have just fitted a Tyre-Pal system to my van so will be keeping an eye out.
I have friend who took his tyre pal system off his caravan as he was sure they contributed to his tyres deflating. Since doing this he has not had a problem, put me off using the system.
Hadn’t really thought about it Lee, when the tyres were changed they didn’t change the valves, will be keeping an eye on it though. Cheers Martin 😊
The Caravan Nut hi Martin wonder if when you changed the tyres they were the OE fitment, would explain the perishing of the valve stem rubber.
Not sure Colin, the dealer did the tyres before I picked the van up not sure why they didn’t do the valves 🤔
Great video thanks Martin, have just bookmarked a few of your other caravanning videos to have a look at. I bought a pair of Silverline 763620 axle stands but am a bit nervous about using them as the profile of the top bit of the axle stand doesn't quite match the profile of the axle... I don't want to damage the axle! I'm probably worrying too much... what do you think?
The axle is fairly solid so should be ok. My profile doesn’t quite match but sits on them fine and has never been a problem. I would give them a go. cheers, Martin
@@TheCaravanNut Yes I think I will. Thanks for the quick reply!
Great video Martin...I'm pretty new to caravanning and just checked my tyres they are all out of date so i need to change them, i was considering taking off both wheels on the van and leaving it jacked up on axel stands for the winter months in order to save the new tyres from the elements and also as a safety precaution in case the caravan was stolen i keep it out the back of the house on tarmac, can you see any problems with doing this ?
Hi Barry, dealers don’t really tell you about the tyres as it may cost them money! I put our van on axle stands but leave the wheels on, I will have a vlog out soon covering this subject. As long as the axle stands are in the correct position it should be fine. Thanks for comments and watching, Martin 🙂
I've the same van as you same year to. Is it 160nm u set your wheel nuts at ? I think it says on the book that come with the van 110nm. Am not sure what to go with.
Thanks
Yes it’s 160nm, it was increased after manufacture as there was an issue with wheels coming off and something to do with the Axle.
Cheers
@@TheCaravanNut thanks Martin love the channel 👍 watching from Ireland keep up the good work you helped us out more then you know watching your videos. 👍
You're too kind, hope all's well in Ireland.
Hi,my concern is the quality grade of the valves garages are using for our Caravans! Fitters should give you the choice on the quality of the valves they fit....We have had four valves perish and now buy brass quality ones and take them with the new tyres to be fitted.I'm not saying they fit the cheapest valves , but Caravan tyres are changed far less frequently and the valves should be up to the same high demands as 8 ply van tyres! We change our tyres every five yrs normally.
I hadn’t thought about brass fittings, they would be far better. I would imagine that some tyre places are trying to increase profit and a way of doing that would be to use cheaper valves. I will look at the brass next time I change the tyres. Thanks for comments and watching 🙂
@@TheCaravanNut Keep up the good work and thank you for replying:)
Thanks for the video..the valves are not something I would think to check
Hi Dan, I was a bit shocked when I saw them. Glad they are now changed. Thanks for watching, Martin 😊
I can see you don't use tools much lol
Bridgestone are always looking for tyre men.
Ha ha, I’ve been signed up for Mclaren F1 pit crew 😂