To remove the damaged needle, use needle-nose pliers to carefully remove the old needle. Then secure the new needle with those same pliers being sure to achieve a snug fit. Poorly fitted needles will reduce the performance of the TorrX.
How do you remove a ball pump needle?
- Remove the pump nozzle from the needle adapter.
- Grip the needle adapter top with the vise-grip locking pliers, placing the ball between your knees.
- Push the needle adapter back into the hole and bladder.
- Pull the needle out after inflating the ball.