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I've used tube pieces as patches, although never tried to patch in an entire valve. The tube piece gets the same prep as a tube would when using a typical patch. Roughen up the piece, apply glue, let dry. I might have applied a second layer of glue, don't remember. The tube gets the usual prep then the ready tube piece is placed onto the tube.
I did this years ago as a challenge from a coworker. The result ws an air tight job but a clunky/lumpy patch. Andy.