TPMS. Necessary or just peace of mind?
Pulling a 31' toy hauler with an F350 dually. How important is it to have a TPMS? Just how frequently are trailer tires blowing out around here? This would be an aftermarket for truck and trailer...
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To me, it isn't so much a question of how likely is a blow out to happen. For me, the question is the potential for catastrophic results if it does. I am not referring to the damage to our RV. That is why I have insurance. I can replace it. I am referring to the life of me and my family.
As I understand it, prior to a full blow out, a tire will almost certainly loose air. If a TPMS has the ability to warn me of a sudden loss of pressure during that short time before the actual blow out then hopefully I can brake somewhat, firmly handle the steering wheel at the least but hopefully bring the coach to an organized stop or slower speed before the blow out inevitably happens then it is worth every penny I spent.
Without TPMS your first sign of a blow out is a blow out. I see enough rubber laying around the freeways to know that I'd never consider driving an RV without one.
As I understand it, prior to a full blow out, a tire will almost certainly loose air. If a TPMS has the ability to warn me of a sudden loss of pressure during that short time before the actual blow out then hopefully I can brake somewhat, firmly handle the steering wheel at the least but hopefully bring the coach to an organized stop or slower speed before the blow out inevitably happens then it is worth every penny I spent.
Without TPMS your first sign of a blow out is a blow out. I see enough rubber laying around the freeways to know that I'd never consider driving an RV without one.
