Tire Pressure Monitor System

I just purchased the TireMinder system and while I haven't towed with it yet I think it will suit my needs. I decided on this one because of the very small and compact monitor and light weight sensors (I have the short stubby rubber stems with SS body covers on my TT tires) with replaceable batteries. The monitor is a little larger than a zippo lighter and about twice as thick and I made a holder for it that attached to my dash so no extra "stuff" hanging somewhere. The inside of my Van already looks like a 747 gone bad with all the aftermarket gauges, screens, switches, etc.:W

Larry

BurbMan wrote:
I went with the Dill TPMS System. Dill is the company that makes many of the auto OEM systems and makes a good product. The sensors mount internally so are more secure and less prone to damage.

The added benefit to internal sensors is that they read tire temperature also. I can see not only the pressure in each tire but also the temp of each tire, which is helpful in identifying possible bearing and other heat-related issues.

You can get the system at The Tire Rack.

I had the install done by a local tire chain store when I bought new tires. They charged me $2/wheel to install the TPMS when they mounted/balanced the new tires.

I am surprised I missed this option..... I went with the TST and metal valve stems. Had the tires balanced with the sensors installed. My TST gives me pressure and temperature.

I went with the Dill TPMS System. Dill is the company that makes many of the auto OEM systems and makes a good product. The sensors mount internally so are more secure and less prone to damage.

The added benefit to internal sensors is that they read tire temperature also. I can see not only the pressure in each tire but also the temp of each tire, which is helpful in identifying possible bearing and other heat-related issues.

You can get the system at The Tire Rack.

I had the install done by a local tire chain store when I bought new tires. They charged me $2/wheel to install the TPMS when they mounted/balanced the new tires.

I use the system from EEZ RV Products (probably the same Chinese maker). I like how the antenna is the built-in stubby type.

http://eezrvproduct.com/TIRE-PRESSURE-AND-TEMPERATURE-MONITORING-SYSTEMS-TPMS-4-EEZ-RV-TPMS4.htm

The TST systems have proven they work and customer service is very good. I like the fact that as we are about to depart, the first thing I do is turn on the TST system and let it find all the tires. As I put things away I look at the monitor and within a minute or so have seen the tires pressure for all tires and temperatures in them too. I don't have to make the rig roll anywhere to get the sensors to 'wake up' as in some other systems. I know before we move 1 inch what all tires are doing. The systems that make you move the rig and then they let you know what you have are to me not doing the job I paid them to do. You could be out of the campground and a few miles down the road before your aware of any tire issues. Then what, your stuck out in traffic or along side a fast moving highway. Not safe as far as I'm concerned. TST Systems

Read of my experience with the TST system and rubber valve stems here...scroll down to see the pictures.
I do still use them, but with new, stiffer high-pressure stems.

canadiankid wrote:
I have the Tire Traker system and I am happy with it.

I'm running the same system and have also been happy with it.

allen8106 wrote:

rightyouareken wrote:
I've read that you shouldn't use TPMS systems with sensors that screw on the valve stems if you have rubber valve stems as opposed to metal ones. Thoughts? I've been thinking of getting a system but I have rubber stems so am cautious.

The TST system can be used with either. I have rubber stems and use the TST system with no problems. I will say that I plan to have steel stems installed just to be on the safe side.

Just my .02 (based on recent experience)
I will never use a rubber stem again, period. Not after I got lucky. While prepping for a trip (fortunately well in advance) and packing bearings and checking tires and pressures, I discovered one tire was way down. Quick study found the valve stem rubber cracked and a small movement of the stem yielded air..... The others did not look much better. This was on a three year old trailer stored under cover 100% out of the sun. I have since read about inferior rubber being used in some of the stems but that is another story I will leave alone here.
I was near time for new tires so next thing I knew I was ordering new tires, and TST monitor..... Metal stems went in.
Just put tires on my truck and paid extra for the metal stems for the TPM upgrade. Way too much riding on that rubber and air.....

rightyouareken wrote:
I've read that you shouldn't use TPMS systems with sensors that screw on the valve stems if you have rubber valve stems as opposed to metal ones. Thoughts? I've been thinking of getting a system but I have rubber stems so am cautious.

The TST system can be used with either. I have rubber stems and use the TST system with no problems. I will say that I plan to have steel stems installed just to be on the safe side.

Lynnmor wrote:
I have the TST 507. It has been losing contact with the sensors with increasing frequency to the point that it almost never works. Replacing batteries didn't help. TST said to add the repeater for $59, didn't help. It is currently back at TST for repairs. While I had these problems, the factory support is excellant. Will post back with results of the repair.

Update:
Got it back today, less than a week total turnaround. They replaced the repeater with the correct one. Their website was wrong and the 507 & 510's take different repeaters. The website is being corrected right now.
They also replaced the display as there was a possibility that it had a problem. I am pleased with the support and next week it will be tested on a trip.