Tire Pressure Gauge

[Country Campers]

In need of a new tire pressure gauge. I have a few older steel tube type that I believe are worn out or close to it. I get different pressures from each one.

So , What is the best to buy? What are you all using?

Thanks all,

Brian

[260RD2Go]

Brian
I use Miltons from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[howson]

In need of a new tire pressure gauge. I have a few older steel tube type that I believe are worn out or close to it. I get different pressures from each one.

So , What is the best to buy? What are you all using?

Thanks all,

Brian

I use an Astro AI Heavy-Duty. I forget why I chose this one or where it was recommended. Works OK on the trailer tires--but so could a hundred other options.



For the truck I use the built-in pressure sensors. Dually tires are incredibly difficult to work with almost any air item.

The only thing I've found that fits is VIAIR's attachment. I bought a second one as a spare. Hard to see in the picture below, but they put a slight bend in the device so it actually fits on the inside tire's valve stem. Nothing else I've tried works. You can buy the item separately if you call VIAIR's Customer Service line at 949-585-0011. They call it a "45 Degree Dually Chuck" and it cost me $10.11 + $5 shipping. (I got an extra twist on chuck, too. It's the item right above the dually chuck in the picture.)

[Schiefswret]

The AstroAL above is what I've used the past two years and has proven to be very accurate.

[Running from Gnats]

Check out this site. I've had a Rhino air gauge for several years. It has an analog gauge, braided hose and more. Very reasonable prices.

https://www.rhinousainc.com/collections/tire-gauges

[Cate&Rob]

I have an older analog dial gauge that has been professionally calibrated in the past. I believe that it is still accurate. Today, I use a $10 electronic gauge. Every once in a while, I will cross check with my analog dial gauge and they remain in close agreement. Typically, I know what I am expecting the tire pressures to be. If I were to measure something different, I would check the next tire that should be the same. If that measurement also didn't make sense, I would get out the analog gauge. I also cross check with my Tireminder system. This is the least accurate as to the actual pressure measurement, but it's task is to watch for changes in pressure, not the absolutely correct pressure measurement.

I have not had good luck with the steel tube type pressure gauges. Too much opportunity for the center rod to hang up in the tube.

Rob

[The_Duke]

I have had this one for a number of years. My best one. Amazon for $11.

Just found out the newer ones have an on/off button to press, mine was auto-on, which is what I prefer.

[howson]

I have had this one for a number of years. My best one. Amazon for $11.

Just found out the newer ones have an on/off button to press, mine was auto-on, which is what I prefer.

I use that one on my motorcycle. I like that it came with a case, too.

[Country Campers]

Granted this is an old thread and I should have updated sooner but having had the chance to use my new tire gage throughout the year I have finally decided to update this thread.

This is the gage that I bought Amazon.com: JACO EliteProPlus Tire Pressure Gauge with Dually Air Chuck - 160 PSI: Industrial & Scientific. I like the gage it is pretty well built and I have no complaints. I have checked against my dealer when I get my oil change/tires rotated and it is within 1# of the pressure they set in my truck tires.
Thanks all for your input.

Brian

[Capt Bob]

I'm old.
Dance with what brought me.
Yes, I feel the Government owes me, so....
Aircraft gauge that still works.
Piedmont Manufacturing Company (?)
Division of Bridge Company (?)
Altavista VA.24517
Made in U.S.A. # 40-403

Just sayin'

[Guest]

Many Options.

Slime Dually Tire Gauge with Hose, 10 to 160 PSI at Tractor Supply Co.

Jim

[howson]

I'm old.
Dance with what brought me.
Yes, I feel the Government owes me, so....
Aircraft gauge that still works.
Piedmont Manufacturing Company (?)
Division of Bridge Company (?)
Altavista VA.24517
Made in U.S.A. # 40-403

Just sayin'

If it doesn't beep, light up, or cost over $100 the gadget doesn't qualify as an entry for consideration on this forum, Capt Bob. Don't you know that yet?

I'm teasing of course--simple is usually always better.

[Tom in PGH]

I have had this one for a number of years. My best one. Amazon for $11.

Just found out the newer ones have an on/off button to press, mine was auto-on, which is what I prefer.

This is the one that I use. I also used to have the “auto-on”, but it bit the dust a while back and I got this one as the replacement.

[Capt Bob]

If it doesn't beep, light up, or cost over $100 the gadget doesn't qualify as an entry for consideration on this forum, Capt Bob. Don't you know that yet?

I'm teasing of course--simple is usually always better.

Well I'm deaf, blind and of course..cheap so this govt.issue fits the bill. Besides, i can feel the etched numbers in the dark.

[Ed Pauly]

I use this one and the readout is great and goes to 200 lbs, 25 bucks

Amazon.com: JACO ElitePro Digital Tire Pressure Gauge - Professional Accuracy - 200 PSI: Industrial & Scientific