Aftermarket TPMS recommendations?

chevor wrote:
I heard some complain on Diesel forum. Its a government mandate for vehicles below 10,001 pounds but GM doesn't even offer it as an option on the 3500 trucks. Thats what many complain about.

I have TST system on my dually. There is advantages to the aftermarket TPMS. 1- Ability to set alert ranges. 2- Reads Temperature. 3 - Reads trailers tires too.

I have this same system on my F 550. Very flexible system and customer support is 5 star. I talked to them yesterday about a broken sensor and they just put a new one in the mail and I will have it on monday.

Word of caution. I have had a blow out on my F550 so I am doing everything I can to avoid this again. I installed a Bulls Eye Equalizer System on my rear duals. The inside sensors do not like the extra weight and both came apart. My outer sensors are Ok because of the position they are in. So I plan to leave the inner sensors off but continue to run the outer sensors. I will still see any drop in pressure since the tires are connected, but I will not be able to read inner temperatures. I like the equalizer because of the weight of my RV from side to side. The TST TPMS really opened my eyes as to what was going on with those duals.

I heard some complain on Diesel forum. Its a government mandate for vehicles below 10,001 pounds but GM doesn't even offer it as an option on the 3500 trucks. Thats what many complain about.

I have TST system on my dually. There is advantages to the aftermarket TPMS. 1- Ability to set alert ranges. 2- Reads Temperature. 3 - Reads trailers tires too.

chevor wrote:
Chevy 3500 trucks, those rated over 10,000 pounds don't not have a factory tire monitor system.

hmmm...I've heard that also. The manual implies that my 3500HD does have a TPMS. I think I'll call the dealership to find out one way or the other. Though even if it does, I plan on using the 18" rims/tires for offseason, so would probably leave them in the wheels.

Chevy 3500 trucks, those rated over 10,000 pounds don't not have a factory tire monitor system.

Explorer1016 wrote:
Can't you remove the internal sensors from the OEM rims and use them in the new rims?

That's what I was told.

Can't you remove the internal sensors from the OEM rims and use them in the new rims?

Thanks guys...I've sifted through the TPMS posts and have learned a lot, and will now be able to make an educated decision come TPMS time.

Thanks again!

tom b.

Another thumbs up for TST.

TST x2! Has saved me 3 times - showing I was losing air pressure in a tire (due to punctures) before it got too low/blow-out hazard. Also, saved me from a brake issue - had a stuck caliper - temp was going UP in that wheel - stopped to figure out "why" and found the problem. Great service from the company! ST