Orange Electronis's TPMS
My Michelin tires fall under the recall, so in March I'll be getting them replaced when I take the Lexington out of winter mode. I'll be getting some type of TPMS system and was looking at the Orange...
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Looked at their very confusing website. The fact they're illiterate in English is one matter. The fact I can't even look up their kits is another. Reviews on Amazon indicate:
1. Good results
2. For as long as the Batteries in each Sensor last
3. Sensor batteries don't last anywhere near the time the seller indicates
4. Replacing battery means replacing sensor
5. Replacing sensor means dismounting the tire, at least breaking the bead down
6. No product support by phone or email
7. Some reviews indicate Orange has pulled out of the US market
On the plus side:
1. JEGS appears to still be selling Orange stuff, at least replacement sensors
2. Sensors inside the wheel is the way OEM does it
For me:
1. When I first read this, I thought "Good economical TPMS solution" and maybe it still is
2. But can I add extenders to the sensor/valves safely?
3. Maybe TPMS "caps" offers a practicality - Specifically custom valves can be used, and (at least from what I read here) Batteries can be replaced
1. Good results
2. For as long as the Batteries in each Sensor last
3. Sensor batteries don't last anywhere near the time the seller indicates
4. Replacing battery means replacing sensor
5. Replacing sensor means dismounting the tire, at least breaking the bead down
6. No product support by phone or email
7. Some reviews indicate Orange has pulled out of the US market
On the plus side:
1. JEGS appears to still be selling Orange stuff, at least replacement sensors
2. Sensors inside the wheel is the way OEM does it
For me:
1. When I first read this, I thought "Good economical TPMS solution" and maybe it still is
2. But can I add extenders to the sensor/valves safely?
3. Maybe TPMS "caps" offers a practicality - Specifically custom valves can be used, and (at least from what I read here) Batteries can be replaced
