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Bluto · 03-13-2010, 12:10 PM

I have read threads on the monitor systems but the ones I saw are a little dated, so I wanted to hear what is the latest and greatest out there and any and all recommendations for same.
I'll need a system for 10 tires, and able to have different tire pressures on different axles.
Vendors please chime in too. As time go by electronics are changing rapidly so that is my reasoning for a needed update and because I will be purchasing soon.

**moosetags** · 03-13-2010, 12:23 PM

I have an interest in the same info. Which systems are the best for the buck?

Brian

Ag&Au · 03-13-2010, 12:46 PM

After looking around for a while last fall, this is what I settled on.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

Ken

guy99 · 03-13-2010, 12:56 PM

I have had the Smart Tire system for several years. It has help me avoid several destroyed tires (or worse).

boondockdad · 03-13-2010, 01:02 PM

This is what we've been using for the last 1,000 or so miles...

RV Tire Systems

I don't think I'd recommend it.
Reasonable price, customer service is great, but in such short time we've had 2 bad sensors. One got all locked up (the head spins freely on threaded valve stalk) with dirt/sand, and other died. What concerned me was when the one sensor died, there was no warning that I wasn't getting any signal from that tire... after who knows how long, I noticed (it cycles thru tires) one with a "0" reading.

We'll see how it goes this coming travel season... anymore trouble, and I'm going to switch to an inside tire/rim mount style.

gsmithii · 03-13-2010, 01:28 PM

What a great time for this topic. We will replace tires soon and intend to put a pressure monitoring system aboard. Eight tires, four axles (natch!) with different pressures on the TV front & rear. We are interested in ease of installation and power supply in addition to accuracy and reliability.

Thanks for getting this started.

n2916s · 03-13-2010, 01:34 PM

We have used the Pressure Pro (the plain old one) for four years now. Needed it twice and both times it worked as advertised.

Simple to set up and will monitor 16 tires. You set the default pressure during setup so different pressures for trailer vs tow vehicle no problem.

I did make the mistake of using standard issue valve stem extenders only to have one let loose from metal fatigue... Now have all metal valve stems on the Airstream and no probs whatsoever.

mike

TBRich · 03-13-2010, 02:21 PM

We, too, have been very happy with our Pressure Pros...we can vouch for their effectiveness and their ease of installation and use. Whatever brand you get, you'll be glad you have something to monitor pressure with. It makes life on the road less stressful. (Do get metal vale stems, though.)

Bluto · 03-13-2010, 10:46 PM

Thanks everyone this is a good starting point for me.
I have only had 2 flats on a trailer in my lifetime but that was 2 to many. Both times I had no idea anything happened until people pulled alongside, passing me real fast and pointing toward the ground.
One of these systems sounds like the best way to go since my truck didn't have the option when I bought it.

ostream · 05-03-2010, 01:47 PM

I went with PressurePro and added additional sensors for my tow vehicle as well. It's now available @ Coscto (online), FYI.

Bluto · 05-03-2010, 03:30 PM

Thanks for all the replies. I lost track of this thread with lots of other stuff happening. But I did receive my Hawkshead tire monitor system the other day in the mail. I have not had a chance to get it set up yet or even read the instructions yet.
The main thing is that now I have a way to keep an eye on the tires air pressures and temps. while traveling.

Aviator · 05-03-2010, 04:58 PM

I just ordered a Pressure Pro from Sean at ProPride. I will post my impressions when it arrives and as I use it.

Pahaska · 05-03-2010, 10:17 PM

My Pressure-Pro saved me when I ran over a sheet-rock knife on the road and the blade was left in the tire. I had an almost instant alarm and could see the pressure counting down in that tire.

Whenever I am at a stoplight or other safe place, I step through all of my tires looking for any one that stands out as higher or lower than the rest. Sunny side of trailer is usually about 2 PSI higher than shady side due to heating.

The Pressure-Pro gives me a feeling of confidence that I am not going to tear up the side of my trailer.

sempi2 · 05-03-2010, 11:28 PM

We installed the Pressure Pro prior to our last trip. We were able to see the pressure of the tires easily.The cost of the system is a bit much. But not too much as we feel tmuch safer. And since safety is of very important to use it seems to be worth i t

Bluto · 05-04-2010, 11:46 AM

Most people on this site have gone with the Pressure Pro monitor.
Since I went the different path and bought the HawksHead system I will do a follow up on it once I have it up and running so you guys can compare.
Today, I should take delivery of my trailer so it might be a week or so before I post about it.

cooperhawk · 05-04-2010, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by finalcutjoe

This is what we've been using for the last 1,000 or so miles...

RV Tire Systems

I don't think I'd recommend it.
Reasonable price, customer service is great, but in such short time we've had 2 bad sensors. One got all locked up (the head spins freely on threaded valve stalk) with dirt/sand, and other died. What concerned me was when the one sensor died, there was no warning that I wasn't getting any signal from that tire... after who knows how long, I noticed (it cycles thru tires) one with a "0" reading.

We'll see how it goes this coming travel season... anymore trouble, and I'm going to switch to an inside tire/rim mount style.

We have used this system for a couple years and love it. It is now sold by Camping World.

boondockdad · 10-19-2010, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by finalcutjoe

This is what we've been using for the last 1,000 or so miles...

RV Tire Systems

I don't think I'd recommend it.
Reasonable price, customer service is great, but in such short time we've had 2 bad sensors. One got all locked up (the head spins freely on threaded valve stalk) with dirt/sand, and other died. What concerned me was when the one sensor died, there was no warning that I wasn't getting any signal from that tire... after who knows how long, I noticed (it cycles thru tires) one with a "0" reading.

We'll see how it goes this coming travel season... anymore trouble, and I'm going to switch to an inside tire/rim mount style.

Note: This comment was for the original, discontinued model (non-replaceable batteries)

**GCinSC2** · 10-19-2010, 05:15 PM

I installed the Dill TPMS. The sensors go inside like OE car designs and are coded so you can set the wheel position to the monitor if you rotate. They monitor pressure and INTERNAL wheel temperature. The screen mounts like a windshield GPS, but a bit clumsy IMHO and it cycles between all 4 positions and displays to 1/10 PSI. You select the button and it shows the temp for the selected wheel. Alarms for temp and PSI.

I have only about 1,000 miles on it and the system does not make up for your neglect but it certanly adds a significant peace of mind factor and in fact on this last trip it showed me a hotter wheel, investigated and found a sticking caliper, RR. Might be caliper related, might be brake hose kinking under braking compression or a turn, unknown but being investigated.

I vote for TPMS.

Wingeezer · 10-19-2010, 05:21 PM

I have the Hawkshead monitor that a couple of other folks here have mentioned. Used it on a couple of trips and happy with it so far. I like the fact that you can replace the batteries in the transmitters - I buy the batts from Hong Kong over ebay at bargain prices!

The Hawkshead system can be bought with a signal repeater for use on longer trailers for about $60 - I bought if for our 31' trailer just to ensure a good signal - maybe I could have gone without it.

This system gives both tire pressures and temperatures and will tell you if you have very slow loss of pressure, medium leaks, or blowouts.

I don't imagine the temperature readings would be all that accurate, but at least it gives you an indication if one wheel is running a lot hotter than the others and should be looked at.

So far, since I installed the system, I haven't had any tire problems, but just having the TPMS and being able to check all pressures/temperatures whenever I want something to do on a long drive as well as knowing that I will get automatic warnings of developing problems is great for peace of mind! Would buy again.

Brian.

nswhite · 10-19-2010, 06:25 PM

I have installed the Doran TPMS. Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems, School Bus Safety and LED lights from Doran It works well. Had a TV tire fail and it caught it. Did not feel the tire go down as I would in a car. Having the monitor probably saved a shredded tire.