New TPMS sensors from TST

[YoungKopernik]

Thanks for everyone posting, I have been thinking about a system and it helps to hear about all the issues.
John

[Rebel702]

Originally Posted by bend302

I have been considering a TST 507 to protect my toad. But, it seems a lot of folks have reported false alarms... I think I would have a heart attack if that thing went off in busy traffic where I couldn't pull over easily.

Is that a real problem? Not the heart attack, but the false alarms?

Bill

I have the 507 and it is invaluable. Have sensors on the truck and the TT. False alarms are usually based on the range that you set for monitoring. Our first trip I had to adjust the upper pressure alarm for the TT and the truck. I learned a lot how much the outside temp, sun vs. shade side, altitude play on the tires.

First alarm we had, with wife driving, pressure dropped to zero on a trailer tire. She woke me from my nap saying shut this off. 30 seconds later the tire shredded. Replaced all four right then (Trail Express crap) w/ 10ply, load E. Don't have a heart attack and do not think the alarm is false. I had two other alarms as pressures rose due to heat and altitude. Stopped and check both times and let the tires cool. I travel w/ a compressor and ALWAYS check pressures before hitting the road. These sensors, once you get them within a good range setting will be your best friend while towing. JM$.02.

[camper1999]

I love the system and never had a false alarm. You just need to make sure you have the low and high temp and pressure set to your tires and driving conditions. Great piece of mind on the highway

[bend302]

Thanks for the replies. I think I will order up a set this week. I like the idea of user replaceable batteries and I assume my 35 ft Georgetown is not so long I need a repeater to monitor PSI...

Thanks, Bill

[camper1999]

Should not need a repeater. I have a 35 footer and no problem without one. You will love it great piece of mind

[MilCop4523]

with our truck having tinted windows and a slide out directly over the driver side tires I was blocking a signal from that side. So I needed the booster to eliminate false lost readings and heart attacks on the interstates.
I got a hold of Mr. Covington himself somehow and he saved me about 50% of the list price.

[golfmedik]

I called TST today and talked with them about losing reception. Even though I take my sensors off when not moving the 5er for a month or so, I believe the batteries are the culprit. I was told they were CR1632 batteries. So I'll be changing those soon. Even though when I bought my system, they didn't have the bigger antenna, she is sending me one to see if it helps as well. Back to the batteries. Several of us that camp together bought the 507 system around the same time and when they came in, each of us had a little different combination of things in them. Mine for example, did not come with the dash mount, bigger antennae or replacement O-rings necessary to change the batteries. I had called TST before, right after receiving my system and they sent me out the dash mounts. They were here the next day. Today when I called, she said she would send me out all new O-rings with the bigger antenna to make sure that I kept reception. So far, I have been very pleased with this company, customer service and their product. After several longs trips, I now don't want to tow anything without this system.

[BarryD0706]

I was very happy to receive a 507 system for Xmas! It came with everything, including a windshield suction mount. I haven't had a chance to try it with the 5er yet, but will soon.

[SpringerPop]

After having one go dead in the middle of a road trip, I now keep spare CR1632s in the glove box.

Not-so-easy to find at any ol' drug store. Rat Shack may, or may not, have them in stock.

Battery life can be extended greatly by de-pressurizing them during periods of inactivity. Marking their location with something will make putting them back into service a lot easier, too!

I may begin to change them annually rather than on an "as-needed" basis to assure that doesn't happen again.

I really like this system, and SURE agree about their service. When I lost my replacement o-rings, they sent out replacements ASAP! They are now, too, in the glove box.

Pop

[camper1999]

Check out batteriesandbutter.com you can get the CR1632 very cheap. They hit you with shipping but if you have other batteries to by, I always order them at that time. Even with shipping cost great prices on those weird type of batteries.

[Pirogue]

I plan to buy a system this week. specifically the TST 507RV, however I havent made up my mind on the sensors. I found the unit with 4 sensors for $220.15 with free shipping. They offer any of the three available sensors for the same price. The options are the standard with user replaceable batteries, the flow through with user replaceable batteries or the commercial truck quaility sensors with a 5-7 year lithium. The truck quality appear more rugged but I would appreciate opinions and/or recommendations from current users.

[TURBS]

Originally Posted by Pirogue

I plan to buy a system this week. specifically the TST 507RV, however I havent made up my mind on the sensors. I found the unit with 4 sensors for $220.15 with free shipping. They offer any of the three available sensors for the same price. The options are the standard with user replaceable batteries, the flow through with user replaceable batteries or the commercial truck quaility sensors with a 5-7 year lithium. The truck quality appear more rugged but I would appreciate opinions and/or recommendations from current users.

Link to $220.00 price?

[Pirogue]

Motor home TPMS SYSTEMS PRESSURE TRACK TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM,TPMS, RV TIRE MONITOR, RV TPMS SYSTEM

The 510 model is also the same price

[TURBS]

Originally Posted by Pirogue

Motor home TPMS SYSTEMS PRESSURE TRACK TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM,TPMS, RV TIRE MONITOR, RV TPMS SYSTEM

The 510 model is also the same price

Ty!

[BarryD0706]

I have the "standard" sensors and they seem rugged enough to me. I suppose you could break them if you over-tightened. In my opinion, they are expensive enough that I wouldn't want to have to buy new ones, even every 5 years.
I kinda wish I had the flow-thru sensors but was concerned about the length. I will say that you lose almost no air when putting them on or off the valve stem.

[ependydad]

Originally Posted by BarryD0706

I have the "standard" sensors and they seem rugged enough to me. I suppose you could break them if you over-tightened. In my opinion, they are expensive enough that I wouldn't want to have to buy new ones, even every 5 years.
I kinda wish I had the flow-thru sensors but was concerned about the length. I will say that you lose almost no air when putting them on or off the valve stem.

I thought the TST would replace the batteries if you sent them back. I don't think you have to buy a whole new set when the batteries die. BUT.. I've been wrong many, many times before.

[Pirogue]

Originally Posted by BarryD0706

I have the "standard" sensors and they seem rugged enough to me. I suppose you could break them if you over-tightened. In my opinion, they are expensive enough that I wouldn't want to have to buy new ones, even every 5 years.
I kinda wish I had the flow-thru sensors but was concerned about the length. I will say that you lose almost no air when putting them on or off the valve stem.

I also like the idea of the flow though's but the length does concern me slightly. In reality taking the standards off when I need to air up is not a significant inconvenience after all I will still have to remove the cap. And I do like be able to replace the batteries myself.
Thanks for your input.

[garbonz]

Hawkshead system is 239$, pretty close in price and works well. Just an alternative.