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07-03-2016, 07:43 PM
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TPMS monitors ?
I have never been one to use TPMS monitors on my trailer. I always felt that getting out the guage and checking the tires kept me involved and forced me to look at the tires occasionally.
The older I get and the larger our rigs get , the more concerned I am about flat tires.
I'm looking for a reasonable priced solution for my new fifth wheel. What are you guys using?
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07-03-2016, 08:02 PM
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About 2 months ago I purchased the TST 507RV with non flo thru sensors from greatrvproducts. After having a blow out on our last long haul even with checking pressure and temps regularly I opted for this route. It monitors both temp and pressure with alarm settings as well. I have used it for weekend local trips but not much really changes on a 45 min haul.
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07-03-2016, 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by in5r
About 2 months ago I purchased the TST 507RV with non flo thru sensors from greatrvproducts. After having a blow out on our last long haul even with checking pressure and temps regularly I opted for this route. It monitors both temp and pressure with alarm settings as well. I have used it for weekend local trips but not much really changes on a 45 min haul.
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This has always been my dilema. For the most part we just don't have the time for long trips and 90% of our use is within an hour or two of home. Am I just purchasing another gadget to clutter the truck that is of little value.... or am I stupid for not having one already...
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07-03-2016, 08:20 PM
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I have never had one in the 25 years of hauling till just now. I plugged it in for the local haul just to check it out. But with hauls exceeding 1300 miles with long haul days in the summer I wanted to keep an eye on temps and pressure. We usually do the long haul thing every other year. My logic was spend a known amount controllably to help possibly alleviate some expensive repairs from a blown tire.
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07-03-2016, 08:22 PM
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I also believe they are currently running a 3rd year warranty, up from a 2 year on the unit I purchased.
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07-03-2016, 08:45 PM
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I have the TST RV510. Going on 4 years. It's worth every penny I spent and it wasn't much. 8 sensors, one for every tire.
Peace of mind is priceless and I never had a tire blow up while sitting still.
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07-03-2016, 09:19 PM
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I use the TST 507 Flow-thru. I don't put much stock in the temps they display because they're on extenders, but it's nice to know the pressures are right before I get underway. They're not cheap but seeing potential problems and not having to check the tires before every trip makes it worth it.
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07-03-2016, 09:20 PM
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Thanks for the information. I'll check them out. Lots of technology available today and it never hurts to be safe.
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07-04-2016, 05:31 AM
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I have a TST 507. Started with the nonflowthru sensors on our previous rig. They worked well, gave piece of mind, but were a pain to add air when necessary. Also I was concerned with the added stress on the valve stems.
When we got this rig, I had the tires replaced and had the shop install the internal sensors. Very happy with these, although I did have to install a booster (TST provided) in the trailer as they are just a bit too far away from the cab for a reliable signal.
Would not leave home without it.
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07-04-2016, 07:35 AM
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I've used a monitor from Tire Minder (minderresearch.com) for a bit over 4 years and won't travel without one. I've had 2 dramatic tire failures and was alerted immediately of both and was able to get stopped before the flailing tire damaged anything.
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07-04-2016, 08:48 AM
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I searched on e-bay for TPMS and can find prices for as little as $50 bucks for wireless units. Granted they come from China or Hong Kong, but still....
I may check them out.
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07-04-2016, 09:10 AM
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I would not recommend getting the cheapest thing you can find. This is you and your families safety net!
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07-04-2016, 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by norty1
I would not recommend getting the cheapest thing you can find. This is you and your families safety net!
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Agreed.
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07-04-2016, 02:19 PM
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I just sent my TST 510s in for battery replacement after 4 1/2 years. I got brand new ones in three days for $19.99 each. We fulltime and I never took them off the whole time. I am well pleased with TST.
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07-04-2016, 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by dzwiss
I just sent my TST 510s in for battery replacement after 4 1/2 years. I got brand new ones in three days for $19.99 each. We fulltime and I never took them off the whole time. I am well pleased with TST.
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Well I guess I am about due. A few of mine have been replaced under warranty but I may just do the same thing and get them all swapped out. I was going to inquire if they would upgrade mine and give me a credit as a happy customer.
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07-04-2016, 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by norty1
Well I guess I am about due. A few of mine have been replaced under warranty but I may just do the same thing and get them all swapped out. I was going to inquire if they would upgrade mine and give me a credit as a happy customer.
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What would you upgrade to? I wouldn't consider the other models (507) to be an upgrade having to change batteries every year. The 510s only have to be delt with every 4 1/2 to 5 years and mine, although still working fine, were all beat up and raggedy and chewed up. Learned to use a bit od dielectric grease to keep them easy to take off.
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07-05-2016, 03:27 AM
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Changing 507 sensor batteries isn't a problem for me. I always take them off when I am parked for long periods. Air pressure is what turns them on so the batteries last longer this way. I always install them a few days prior to traveling to give the monitor time to tell me which batteries if any need replacing. I then can replace just the battery that needs it and be on my way. I did have a battery need replacing one time while traveling but since the system tells me which one I replaced it at my next rest/fuel stop. Works for me and is a lot cheaper than 510 battery replacements and I do it myself right now and when needed.
TST has a great product and I will not travel without mine installed. I did buy 2 spare sensors last year in case my 6 year old original sensors start to die on me. So far the spares are still in their original package.
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07-05-2016, 04:22 AM
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I don't know but it will be a TST product. When I got it, the main reason was the good customer service, the longer life batteries and the price. I thought they were going to stop producing the 510 because it was like a close out price for the system with 8 sensors. I have never taken mine off either except once or twice a year to inspect and when I have replaced tires. The original metal stems are still working perfectly. I have never needed a booster either.
I never expected them to last this long so I was going to check and see if they had a better product but don't know that they do. When I read about the flow thru stems, it sounded appealing but I seldom have to use that feature, so I'll likely just send them all back for the $19.99 deal.
They are a great company as far as customer service and anytime I called them with a problem, I got a new sensor within days. Once I called for some spare rubber washers and they were almost overnight in my mail box.
Best service I ever had from a company.
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07-05-2016, 06:23 AM
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We're on our first trip out with our new 377 that we added the TST 507 flow through's to, and they have worked well. I occasionally loose signal from the rear axle, but it's a 42' trailer, and I didn't have time to install the signal booster yet, as it only arrived two days before we left on this trip!
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