E55AMG

Sure. i did way too much reading on this (i tend to obsess about the most simple purchases LOL). I bought the TireTracker, it was around $200. There are approx. 6 companies that do the majority of the business, but really only 2 types of monitors with 3 falling in one category and 3 in the other. For example, tiretracker is the same thing as tireminder.

lots of discussion on this in the RV forums and videos on youtube showing how they work and program

Sboxin

We have had good results with TireTracker - recommend Lawrence RV Accessories 936-329-2364 - called and had equipment in 2 days - a few long trips and piece of mind.
We also switched from "trailer" tires to "truck" tires and wheels . . .

Regards,

LuigiVampa

Thanks for the info - I think this is ~$300 well spent!

flink

I use the tsttruck.com TPMS and have found it to be very good.

The receiver has a stubby (1-1/2") antenna and the unit comes with an optional dipole antenna on a 6' lead. As long as the unit is mounted high in the tow vehicle, the stubby works well.

A couple of the wheel senders went weird after a couple of years so I replaced them.

One big note of caution: those screw-on senders can cause rubber valve stems to come unseated. In one trip I had three flat trailer tires, all due to the valve stems leaking. The TPMS reported those flats in plenty of time, but it also CAUSED the flats! I suspect the 75mph limit in NV and UT helped

So... if you're going to use the screw-on senders, get metal valve stems.

Paddy

Good info here and very timely. I just purchased a TireTracker for my new enclosed trailer.

Thanks fellas

Rob in VA

Also - always keep the to change a tire w/ the trailer or tow vehicle (if open). Carry one of these - otherwise, you might overload your jack.

And carry extra wheels bolts in case you lose an entire wheel or two. Don't ask. lol

RickBetterley

Gladly - we are here to serve, entertain, and occasionally remind ourselves of our own mishaps.
All attendees at Intro to DE programs should be warned that someday they will want a trailer, that they will get a trailer (as well as a race car to put in it) and that the trailer will provide them with an endless source of stories.
But its not as bad as it seems; I've hauled a lot of trailer miles and only have a few good stories.
I hope to not have any more.

Lou D

Not sure if this was mentioned yet: Don't put the ramps away until your car is completely tied down.

dgrobs

I can't tell you how many times i thought I had a Yellow 981S tailgating me these past few days'.....