Trailer TPMS

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RobertN

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Shingle Springs California
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New Holland TC40D
Had a flat on the 5th wheel coming home from the coast yesterday. Fortunately no rim of trailer body damage.

Starting to look at aftermarket TPMS; anyone have any experience with them?

Had a couple thoughts about it:
- Add a TPMS for the 5th wheel
- Add a TPMS for the 5th wheel AND the truck. My 2001 RAM 2500 doesnt have it...

From a brief look, prices and name brands vary a lot. There appears to be plenty of off-brands out there too.

Anyone tried this?
 
   / Trailer TPMS #2  
I use the TST507. I really like it. I think there are some that can be monitored on the phone app but mine has the separate screen which I like because it scrolls the tires constantly. I even have my truck on it as well.
 
   / Trailer TPMS #3  
I'm not willing to pay the $600.00+ that Ford wants for the sensors to put on a trailer. Does anyone, know of any of the cheap stuff on the net that will work for a trailer to also work with the OEM computer on my 2024 F350?
 
   / Trailer TPMS #5  
I only see OEM versions.

I bought this set on Amazon for my GMC but haven't installed it yet. I'm holding off until I get my new tires mounted on my new rims.

A couple of things to keep in mind.
1. The sensors in the kit above weight 12 grams with the battery installed (not 5gms as indicated). That's almost 1/2 ounce and likely going to throw the balance out so a rebalance is in order.
2. The sensors have a limited range. There are kits for trailers and RVs (extended range) but I have not looked into those. Be sure any add-on kit has the range you need.
 
   / Trailer TPMS #6  
I understand saving some money on things, but is it worth a tire or an accident? They do specials on 10 packs for around $200. I've used them for sensors and valve stems. Have just received a set of metal dually stems for my sensors. Need it to cool off to break the beads and swap them out.
 
   / Trailer TPMS #7  
I bought Guta brand for my 5th wheel. We got a newer 5th wheel this year and found out that the GM ones that are able to read on my truck don't got above 100psi. New 5th wheel tires are 110psi so I bought the Guta brand and so far it has work very well after 4 trips. They have one that will monitor truck and trailer.
 

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