astrapi

Just got home from work today and found my pump waiting for me on the porch. I was very impressed with the workmanship and design, especially the fact that you don't loose any air pressure as a result of removing the nozzle (a fault in every other pump I've tried).

Only problem is that I have a very hard time removing the nozzle without smashing my hands on the spokes.

How do I get the nozzle off easier once I'm done pumping? If I lube the valve with tons of lubricant, will the nozzle slide off when I'm pumping?

Resident

Are your spokes crossed over the valve hole?

astrapi

No, the spokes aren't crossed there. I just have to yank really hard to get the valve off, so my hand flies back pretty far and I end up hitting something.

Resident

I've had the same problem with my Silca. I think I'll end up getting a Wrench Force pump - bigger base, gauge is mounted higher, head fits both valves, etc.