From my previous post - #50, you will note that I purchased a TM510RV system. As it is not recommended to install the valve cap sensors on the rubber valve stems that come with the Sprinter, I went to a local tire shop for advise and a quote. Their advise: the current rubber valve stems are rated for maximum of 50 psi which is less that the recommended tire pressure. i.e. they should be changed out even if you are not installing a tire pressure monitoring system. Cost: they are charging $12 per wheel, which seems reasonable considering that they have to remove the wheel, break the tire away from the rim, install the new valve stem, reset the tire, balance the wheel and install back on the unit.
Best Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
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RonJon and Kozad,
I will install dually metal valve stems from Borg Equipment: http://yourtireshopsupply.com/product/281/dl1sp16-chrome-dually-sprinter-dl1sp16c. The advantage is that you can easily reach both the inside and outside tires to add air. If you have a 2012 Sprinter with steel wheels, the valve stems are different for early 2012 (oval holes) and late 2012 (round holes). They now have the brackets you need for internal TPMS.
David
I will install dually metal valve stems from Borg Equipment: http://yourtireshopsupply.com/product/281/dl1sp16-chrome-dually-sprinter-dl1sp16c. The advantage is that you can easily reach both the inside and outside tires to add air. If you have a 2012 Sprinter with steel wheels, the valve stems are different for early 2012 (oval holes) and late 2012 (round holes). They now have the brackets you need for internal TPMS.
David
Boxster1971
2023 Sprinter 2500 144wb AWD
K-9,I have Alcolas, same problem. I had TLC https://sprinter-source.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18378do the install when I got new tires. The adapters didn't fit the steel wheels or the Alcolas, .They said ,It was easier to just drill out the factories and retap for the internal sensors then go back and forth w/adapters that don't work.
After gathering all the parts to install the TST Internal sensors I agree with your installer, TLC. It would be easier to just drill and tap metal valve stems to attach the internal sensors rather than try to make some sort of adapter work. That is the way the OEM sensors are generally installed.
Did TLC install new metal valve stems on the OEM steel Sprinter wheels on inner duals? if so what valve stem did they use?
Thanks,
Saw on the Tire Minder site they have an upgraded model. Here is a link. States it is currently available only at Camping World. Just an FYI. I haven't ordered anything yet. Just thought I would post the link in case anyone is shopping.http://www.minderresearch.com/tireminder/tm66-series/
After 4 months and lots of problems (see earlier post) I finally have my TPMS installed. I purchased the TST (tsttruck.com) 507 internal system. I programmed the control unit and installed the repeater under the van near the rear axle (not sure I needed this). The valve stems provided by TST and the brackets supplied by TST did not work for my late 2012 sprinter 3500 dually with steel wheels and round holes. TST referred me to Bill (Borg) Falkenborg who recommended this: http://yourtireshopsupply.com/category/796_832/sprinter-trucks. Since TST had promised me valve stems, they paid for these valve stems and I paid shipping. It turned out Bill sent me valve stems for early 2012 models (oval holes) and he also said I should not use the mounting brackets that TST supplied. So Bill sent me at no charge new hand-made aluminum mounting brackets and the correct valve stems. I had it all installed by a local tire dealer last week and I am very happy with this system, both the TPMS and valve stems. Here are photos before, during, and after installation:
K-9 SPRINTER
TROLL TRAINER
They look great for adding air but,
...........,,,, with those stems, you cant rotate steel OEMs
...........,,,, with those stems, you cant rotate steel OEMs
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K-9 SPRINTER
TROLL TRAINER
They did change them with the new tires, I dont know what they used,
That is correct. Bill explained to me that the only reason to rotate tires is to offset problems with alignment. Best to fix the alignment problem. If you still have wear problems, you can rotate left inner to right inner, etc.
David
K-9 SPRINTER
TROLL TRAINER
I dont think you need the repeater, I dont have one
I figured as much when I was waiting for the installation at the tire dealer. I was 100 feet away from the van at the other end of the building and I was getting pressure readings.
David
chromisdesigns
New member
Are those long enough to be able to use them with wheel simulators (covers)? Don't look like it in the pics, but thought I would ask. We have flexi valve stem extensions and while they work fine, when the OEM Conti's go belly up, I might consider switching over to solid extensions and sensors, as long as I don't have to yank the wheel covers to add air.
Sometimes it is best to keep things simple. U can grab your tire gauge and check your tire pressure before you go on your next leg. As you are moving along and stopping from time to time a mallet can come in handy to rough check your tire pressures.
Of course the perfect way would be to have a fail save system that would without fail tell you in real time what the pressures are on each tire but do we really need this? It is without doubt a good system to have if you can have it.
I understand that it can be difficult to detect a slow leak in a duel tire system but due diligence can go a long ways in keeping ahead of the game.
If you are a high speed driver and pushing the limits then get the high tech system otherwise most should be ok with the old school way.
tuktu
Of course the perfect way would be to have a fail save system that would without fail tell you in real time what the pressures are on each tire but do we really need this? It is without doubt a good system to have if you can have it.
I understand that it can be difficult to detect a slow leak in a duel tire system but due diligence can go a long ways in keeping ahead of the game.
If you are a high speed driver and pushing the limits then get the high tech system otherwise most should be ok with the old school way.
tuktu
israndy
2007 LTV Serenity
http://www.minderresearch.com/tireminder/tm66-upgrade/
Woot! It is a nicer unit, I like the universal charger and the ability to track the tires on my toad only when the toad is attached.
-Randy
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Do you know how to get the upgrade? I have the TireMinder system and it has worked well for me, but it may be worthwhile to get the upgrade.
Kozad
New member
I would give them a call, I contacted:
Jennifer Zwicky
Marketing Manager
Minder Research Inc.
www.MinderResearch.com
772.463.6522
Jennifer Zwicky
Marketing Manager
Minder Research Inc.
www.MinderResearch.com
772.463.6522
Boxster1971
2023 Sprinter 2500 144wb AWD
Several TPMS vendors use those same flow-through sensors. I have them on my TST version. I agree they are handy is you need to adjust tire pressures.