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(Message started by: Moonchalk on Jan 9^th, 2010, 8:58pm)

Title: Tyre Valves
Post by Moonchalk on Jan 9^th, 2010, 8:58pm

I just had a new set of boots for the trusty old Scorp at ATS and on adjusting the pressures after fitting noticed that the new tyre valves are now all loose and wobbly where they used to be rigid.

What have they done to my valves?

Thanks.

MC

Title: Re: Tyre Valves
Post by londonajay on Jan 9^th, 2010, 9:37pm

Is that a trick question?

Anyway, get back to the service centre for remedial work as it's covered by guarantee...

Your valves you did have now are tossed aside and according to their conditions, now belong to them. Your new ones are hopefully still on the tyres and sound like they're badly fitted! :-/

Below is their blurb for guarantee (on their site)
Hope that helps!

-Ajay.

Quote:

GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
The ATS Euromaster Guarantee only applies to tyres, exhaust parts and systems, shock absorbers, brake parts and batteries, that we have supplied.
It also applies to any fitting and other work that we carry out.
The ATS Euromaster Guarantee does not cover any parts or products that we supply or work that we carry out in respect of any vehicle which is used for commercial or business purposes (for example, taxis and driving school cars) or which is owned by a business or company.
1. TYRES
All new tyres that we have supplied and fitted are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for the legal lifetime of the tyre.
2. EXHAUSTS AND SHOCK ABSORBERS
All new exhaust systems or part systems, excluding Catalytic Converters, that we have supplied and fitted are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for three years from fitting, regardless of mileage. Catalytic Converters are guaranteed for two years.
All new shock absorbers that we have supplied and fitted are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for two years from fitting, regardless of mileage.

3. BRAKES AND BRAKE PARTS
All new brake parts that we have supplied and fitted are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for the first twelve months or 15,000 miles (whichever comes first).
4. BATTERIES
All new batteries that we have supplied are guaranteed against manufacturing defects, regardless of mileage. The length of the guarantee from purchase depends on the fitment and brand:
Bosch
• All Car, 4 x 4 and LCV up to 3.5 tonnes – 4 year
• 3.5 tonnes or over and HGV – 2 year
• Leisure, Motorcycle and all other types of batteries – 1 year
Yuasa
• Elite – 4 year
• Professional, classic – 3 year
• Commercial, Drive-tec – 2 year
• Leisure, Motorcycle and all other types of batteries – 1 year
5. FITTING AND WORKMANSHIP
Our fitting of any parts is guaranteed against faulty fitting and workmanship for (the same period as the guarantee covering the parts we have fitted). Any other work that we carry out on your vehicle is guaranteed against faulty workmanship for twelve months or 15,000 miles (whichever comes first).
6. OIL
Please refer to your vehicle handbook or manufacturer’s recommendations for a more comprehensive guide of the type and frequency of oil changes.
7. WHAT WE WILL DO
If a guarantee claim is made on a tyre we will return the tyre to the manufacturer for inspection. Where a manufacturing defect is confirmed, a refund will be made to you of the cost of the defective tyre. In the case of a tyre, the refund will be reduced by an amount equal to the use you have had of the tyre (based upon the remaining legal tread depth of the tyre when it is returned).
Any replacement tyre that you buy from us will be fitted and balanced free of charge.
If a guarantee claim is made on any other part, we will return the part to the manufacturer for inspection. Where a manufacturing defect is confirmed, a refund will be made to you of the cost of the defective part less an amount equal to the use you have had of the part (based upon the mileage covered by the vehicle the part was fitted to). Any replacement part that you buy from us will be fitted free of charge. If your claim is in respect of fitting and workmanship guarantee we will do the work again free of charge. The cost of any parts that we fitted and which are required to be replaced because of the way in which we carried out work will be reduced by an amount that reflects the use that you have had of the parts being replaced.
8. HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM
You must bring the vehicle to an ATS Euromaster Service Centre in the UK together with the original receipt for the products or service we provided.
9. WHAT ISN’T COVERED
The ATS Euromaster guarantee does not cover any damage or defects to tyres and other parts which are as a result of any criminal, malicious or accidental damage, improper or misuse, fire, theft, use off the public highway, racing or rallying, unconnected mechanical defect, or use otherwise than in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
The ATS Euromaster Guarantee does not cover normal or acceptable wear and tear or corrosion.
The ATS Euromaster Guarantee will be invalidated by the repair or replacement of guaranteed parts by anyone other than ATS Euromaster Limited.
The ATS Euromaster Guarantee is not transferable and applies to the original purchaser only.

Title: Re: Tyre Valves
Post by Moonchalk on Jan 9^th, 2010, 10:19pm

No, not a trick question, totally genuine.

I think the previous valve had some kind of rigid fix screw collar between the base of the valve and the alloy.

Sounds silly, but this was actually quite useful as stopped the valve moving when adding air and also improved wheel appearance.

What I really wanted to know was how to refer to them when I call on Monday morning?

Anyone know what are called?

Thanks.

:)

Title: Re: Tyre Valves
Post by Tompion on Jan 9^th, 2010, 11:07pm

The standard ones are bolt in but the push in type can be fitted in place of them.
The types can be seen here;
http://www.etyres.co.uk/glossary-tyre-terms?term=valve

Title: Re: Tyre Valves
Post by Jonnycab on Jan 10^th, 2010, 1:04am

Unless you specify that you want to keep the original bolt in valves, alot of tyre fitters will automatically fit cheapo push in rubber valves (they don't usually stock bolt in ones) without asking any questions. They consider it an important part of their guarantee....new tyre, new valve etc ::)