Tire Pressure Check ?

[jwarehime]

We have a Thor Freedom Elite 22HEF and I cannot see a valve stem on the dual rear tires to check. I contacted thedealer and they said they could check it in late December. We'd like to use our RV but think there be a low tire situation. Feel like a dummy! a/a help appreciated John

[LarryD]

on either the inner or outer? both sides? It's there, mabe covered by the hubcaps (if you have). Are you able to take the outer tire off? If so that will give you a much better idea of whats going on.

[CHS]

Just take it to any local tire dealer. They will check it for you. Then look into getting tire extenders installed. The local dealer should be able to do that. Maybe the same time they check them.
Or do it yourself.
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[Chateau_Nomad]

Look around the outside edge of the outer tire - try to find one of the lead wheel balancing weights. There is usually a small gap between the white steel wheel and the shiny aluminum wheel cover at that point. Using a rather large flathead screwdriver, insert it into that gap and pry the wheel cover outward.

Work your way around the wheel until you can get your fingers in enough to pull outward. Usually at about the halfway point the wheel cover will pop off.

Look carefully through the holes in the white wheel... you will find the valve stem for the inner tire. BUT... without using a valve extension, it may be difficult/impossible to get an inflation chuck onto the valve. Another option is to use a flexible rubber chuck.

Be careful with tire valve extensions. Although many people use them, they are probably the largest source of leaks. Also, if the longer ones are not mounted properly, they can (and do) rub against the wheel and eventually fail. Do your research then decide. Big rig trucks use them all the time... BUT they don't use the cheap ones, and are usually PROFESSIONALLY installed. NOTE: NEVER use valve extensions on rubber valve stems!!

If your budget allows, consider a TPMS (tire pressure monitor) system. It's somewhat of an upfront expense, but you'll find yourself taking off those rear wheel covers much less frequently... AND peace of mind while on the road!

[16ACE27]

Drive by - hasn't been back since he posted the question.

[chunker21]

Originally Posted by 16ACE27

Drive by - hasn't been back since he posted the question.

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[txc2936@yahoo.com]

just got back from the Truck service. I was indicating a slow leak in the rear tires. The guys found it. The TPMS sensor was showing bubbles when the mechanic sprayed the sensor. This only showed when the mechanic screwed the sensor full on.

I was taking the TMPS sensor off and then spraying the wheel and valve stem, so the leaky sensor never got detected. Savy mechanic and he got tipped.

I have removed all the TPMS sensors, i will come up with a better system, or manually check the tires more often.

[16ACE27]

Originally Posted by txc2936@yahoo.com

just got back from the Truck service. I was indicating a slow leak in the rear tires. The guys found it. The TPMS sensor was showing bubbles when the mechanic sprayed the sensor. This only showed when the mechanic screwed the sensor full on.

I was taking the TMPS sensor off and then spraying the wheel and valve stem, so the leaky sensor never got detected. Savy mechanic and he got tipped.

I have removed all the TPMS sensors, i will come up with a better system, or manually check the tires more often.

What TPMS system? How old? Maybe covered by warranty? 2 years on quality TPMS systems.

[ducksface]

My pass through tpms came with a dozen extra o rings.
Maintainance required on occasion.

Batteries too.
Always Carry Extras.