Tire pressure and Temperature Monitors

Tire pressure and Temperature Monitors

12-16-2002, 09:51 PM

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Jammar9082

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Tire pressure and Temperature Monitors

I have been considering installing a tire pressure /Temperature monitoring system. The brand SmartTire appears to have a good product and , I think, is an OEM supplier to Detroit. Has anyone used this type of product and how did it perform?

I queried TireRack.com on sensors that are cold rated to 80 PSI. They said their sensors were rated to that pressure and were useful on E rated tires. However, there seems to be some problems with the weak signal strength from the transmitter reaching the receiver on the dash in a pickup. I am presuming this is a problem when the units is installed on a fifth wheel or TT rather than on a car. Does anyone have information on this weak signal?

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