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Y2KRedProwler Prowler Junkie From:Los Angeles Area, CA,USA |
posted 10-04-2000 10:59 PM
    
All my tires seem to go down about 2lbs if kat sits for a couple of weeks or so. I have a air gauge from Brookstone with hose attached to a gauge. Also have one from Radio Shack that is electronic. They are always about 3lbs different in reading. Anyone out there with similar experiences? Which one would you trust? |
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PhxSuncat unregistered Admin Use |
posted 10-04-2000 11:51 PM
Go spend $10 for new one - don't let anyone else use it-treat it like liquid mercury, TLC. Don't leave in car, but in spot where it won't be touched or used by anyone ! This is the only way I'll believe the gauge reading. Most gauges on market are junk or have been dropped many times and are inaccurate. Three is a charm. |
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RBRYellow2000 Prowler Enthusiast From:Lansing, MI. |
posted 10-05-2000 07:27 AM
Y2K: Something else to remember about tire pressure. Suncat is correct. Go spend a few extra bucks for a good guage and then take good care of it. Remember too that you will lose about one pound of pressure per month via permeation through the tire. In addition, for every 10 degrees change of the ambient air temperature will result in a one pound change in tire pressure. Exa: Outside temperature drops 10 degrees results in a drop of one pound in tire pressure. I always check my air pressure when the tires are cold, first thing in the morning. Hot tire pressure usually "grows" by four lbs. |
Nelson Weber Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:High Ridge, Mo USA |
posted 10-05-2000 08:14 AM
Buying tire gages is a lot like buying outdoor thermometers in the store; the ones with the dial and pointer needle; they will range 4 to 6 degrees difference even tho they are sitting side by side, and differ in price. Buy a tire gage, calibrate it by checking it with a precision gage; then you will know what 'fudge factor' to use when using the tire gage. |
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Andrew Howard Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Colorado Springs, CO, USA |
posted 10-05-2000 11:47 PM
Y2KRedProwler, You could slowly let the air out of one of your tires until the warning light comes on, then check the tire pressure with both gauges. The one that is closest to the Owners Manual Pressures for the Warning Light would be the most accurate. The wheel sensors should be vary accurate. Just remember to wait a few minutes before readings, because the sensors only send a signal every so often. This is also a good way to check your tire pressure sensors and see if they are working properly. ------------------ |
Paul  POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Cedarburg, WI USA |
posted 10-05-2000 11:50 PM
Strangely enough, I had my first tire pressure warning just yesterday. Sure enough, the pressure had dropped on one tire down about 7 lbs., enough to make the warning light come on. Filled 'er up and off went the light. |
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Andrew Howard Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Colorado Springs, CO, USA |
posted 10-06-2000 12:17 AM
Paul, That happened to me last winter. It was one of the coldest nights of the year and my light came on. Filled them up and off I went. ------------------ |
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Y2KRedProwler Prowler Junkie From:Los Angeles Area, CA,USA |
posted 10-06-2000 02:19 PM
Thanks for all your replies so far! David |
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PhxSuncat unregistered Admin Use |
posted 10-07-2000 02:16 AM
Sears - Accu gauge,accurate within 1 lb plus or minus. Reg $8.99 sat. only $4.49 on sale ---- ????? Buy me one for the info. ------------------ |
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