Tire Pressure Monitor System
We are thinking of investing in a tire pressure monitoring system for our TT. We have a monitoring system on our Tundra already so only need one for the TT. Would appreciate hearing your experiences w...
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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.
True with the units that use fairly heavy sensors such as Doran Pressure Pro (unit I have), which weigh about a half ounce. Doesn't sound like a lot of weight, but I guess centrifugal force with a rotating tire with a sensor attached stresses the brass/rubber stems. Until i get metal stems on our new TT's wheels, I stopped using it.
