Centramatic Balancers Update...

[m.hony]

I feel something, alright!
Spending money hurts!
Sendel T03 wheels on the way
Getting 16" LT tires next week-
Lug nuts on the way-
Centramatic balancers on the way-
Dill TPMS on the way-
Maybe it will all be installed by Labor Day camping trip-
If not, one last ride for the Goodyear Puff-up-athons.


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[Inland RV Center, In]

Originally Posted by m.hony

I feel something, alright!
Spending money hurts!
Sendel T03 wheels on the way
Getting 16" LT tires next week-
Lug nuts on the way-
Centramatic balancers on the way-
Dill TPMS on the way-
Maybe it will all be installed by Labor Day camping trip-
If not, one last ride for the Goodyear Puff-up-athons.


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But, let it hurt.

Because if you don't, you will leave it to your kids, who will hurt, most likely worse than you.

Andy

[m.hony]

Leaving it to the kids anyway-
It's an Heirstream trailer-


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[m.hony]

Also, blue 9x12 patio rug on the way-
What's another $55.12 to the $1,800 already spent on wheels and tires?
Hopefully all will be in and installed by camping Labor Day weekend, but may have one last ride on the Goodyear Puff-up-athons-


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[Gene]

If you were willing to spend that much to feel better, you'll find the decrease in anxiety to be well worth it. Enjoy your new toys.

Gene

[m.hony]

Currently enjoying-
Thank you!
The peace of mind is amazing!
Maybe in about 5 years I can get a 16" spare and disc brakes. Although the drum brakes perform well, I think the stopping distance may be shorter with disc brakes.


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[m.hony]

The difference inside the trailer with Centramatic balancers:



Some of this stuff would be on the floor before Centramatic balancers.


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[Inland RV Center, In]

Originally Posted by m.hony

Currently enjoying-
Thank you!
The peace of mind is amazing!
Maybe in about 5 years I can get a 16" spare and disc brakes. Although the drum brakes perform well, I think the stopping distance may be shorter with disc brakes.


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Stopping distance is indeed shorter with disc brakes.

Also, they don't "fade" like drum brakes.

Glad that many auto manufacturers have switched to them.

An added plus, is that the pads are cheaper to replace than shoes.

In fact today, it's almost cheaper (except for a very few dollars) to replace a complete backing plate, instead of just the shoes, and then you could also upgrade by using "self adjusting" electric brakes.

Ah yes, technology is on a good roll these recent days.

Andy

[m.hony]

Just got back from trip #3 with 16" wheels/tires/Centramatic balancers/Dill TPMS-
I'm almost giddy while towing at 65 mph and feeling totally confident and safe.
The constant reading of air pressure and tire temperature is great.
Nothing like the peace of mind/comfort from towing a very well dialed-in rig.
People ask, "What kind of truck you pulln' that with? Is that enough truck? How does it do?"
Peace of cake! Walk in the park!

[cwf]

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[Caroyl]

Originally Posted by m.hony

I feel something, alright!
Spending money hurts!
Sendel T03 wheels on the way
Getting 16" LT tires next week-
Lug nuts on the way-
Centramatic balancers on the way-
Dill TPMS on the way-
Maybe it will all be installed by Labor Day camping trip-
If not, one last ride for the Goodyear Puff-up-athons.


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I'm looking at the Sendel wheels with Michelin LTX M/S2 tires. I just spoke with Andy at Inland RV about new Dura-Torque axles and he mentioned the Centramatic balancers (CB). He was saying something about needing 10" of flat space on the back of the wheels so the CB won't get torn up. The guys at the tire store didn't understand and I don't understand it well enough to explain either. I guess since you are running the Sendel T03 wheels, they much work :-) I'm also looking at the TR8 wheels...

Another question is about the TPMS... does your TV need to be equipped a certain way to use these? I have a 2009 F-150... How expensive are they and how important?

[BoldAdventure]

We've driven 23,882 miles since going full time. Not sure how much of that is towing per say, but the centramatics have been great.

I purchased the larger 300-356 balancers since we upgraded to aluminum 16 inch wheels.

[m.hony]

Originally Posted by Caroyl

I'm looking at the Sendel wheels with Michelin LTX M/S2 tires. I just spoke with Andy at Inland RV about new Dura-Torque axles and he mentioned the Centramatic balancers (CB). He was saying something about needing 10" of flat space on the back of the wheels so the CB won't get torn up. The guys at the tire store didn't understand and I don't understand it well enough to explain either. I guess since you are running the Sendel T03 wheels, they much work :-) I'm also looking at the TR8 wheels...



Another question is about the TPMS... does your TV need to be equipped a certain way to use these? I have a 2009 F-150... How expensive are they and how important?

Tire pressure monitors, Dill TPMS- $179 from Tire Rack.
It is a stand alone system-
Everything included in the box-
Monitor mounts to windshield with suction cup mount and plugs into cigarette lighter/12 volt pier port.
A hard wiring harness and external antenna are included.
The wheel sensors are part of the TPMS valve stems, also included.


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[Caroyl]

Is this an easy DIY installation? Should it be done as tires are installed on new rims or can we upgrade later?


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[m.hony]

Yes, it is an easy upgrade.
It is convenient to do it when replacing tired, but you can break down tires, install sensors, and remount tire.
I waited till I was getting new tires and wheels anyway. Do it all at once- don't worry for 5+ years...


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[Caroyl]

Thanks! 😃


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[m.hony]

Tired?
Tires...


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[Zybane]

Originally Posted by BoldAdventure

We've driven 23,882 miles since going full time. Not sure how much of that is towing per say, but the centramatics have been great.

I purchased the larger 300-356 balancers since we upgraded to aluminum 16 inch wheels.

Oh nice, I just ordered the 300-356's for my Classic too.

[m.hony]

Your hat won't even fall off the table while towing!


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[cwf]

Yup, 3 new axles and Centramatics... Amazing!