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Finally - A TPMS Decision
I suppose it might be a function of age and a decrease in working brain cells, but I found the decision as to which TPMS to buy somewhat overwhelming.  So I put it off way too long and every time I read about a tire related accident, I felt waves of anxiety.

So after considerable fussing about which TPMS to buy, we ordered EEZ based in large part on favorable reviews on several RV forums.   At the end of the day, it was very difficult for me to decide which of the brands was considerably better or worse.   And actually, the various TPMS products may not be that much different as to which is better.

Someone said "that any TPMS is better than none."   So for better or worse, the deed is done.  Our next trip will have a TPMS on board.
Re: Finally - A TPMS Decision
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I have that one and like it. Get a few extra batteries to have on hand, they can be hard to find other than Amazon.
2003 23.5' Front Dinette
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Quote from: Bob Lawhon  - 

"...Get a few extra batteries to have on hand..."


+1 on the extra batteries. I have the Tire Minder system. Rave reviews. Simple decision to purchase. It also helped that CW had it discounted while I was at a local store.

Recently got an alarm from my front left unit. NS I believe. While stopping for breakfast, I changed the units battery. Done deal and all was well.

TMinder actually sets you up with free batteries every year (I think...). One way or the other extra batteries are a must.

Congratulations on pulling the trigger. If your system requires a signal booster, don't forget to set it up. Some systems don't...mine did.

Kent
2015 27' RB "MissB.Haven"
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Quote from: Bob Lawhon  - 
I have that one and like it. Get a few extra batteries to have on hand, they can be hard to find other than Amazon.

We have the same one. I think I may have posted about it here when we bought it in Jan, 2014. We have been happy with ours. I have purchased multi packs of batteries on Ebay.

Jim
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Quote from: Kent Heckethorn  - 
If your system requires a signal booster, don't forget to set it up.

One of the favorable features of the EEZ is the transmitter is good up to 50 feet.  Owners have reported not needing a signal booster for shorter Class A and nearly all Class C.  So I felt this was another favorable feature.  BUT, I'll be able to report on that within a few days.

("The transmitting range for the EEZ RV PRODUCTS TPMS sensors is around 50 ft, consideration should be taken for inner dual wheels, overhanging body work, metal tinted windows, the size of the tow vehicle, etc. which can block the signal strength.")
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Quote from: Jim & Gayle  - 
We have the same one. I think I may have posted about here when we bought it in Jan, 2014. We have been happy with ours. I have purchased multi packs of batteries on Ebay.

In deed you did.  In fact your one (1) year follow-up review (Yahoo Message Number: 1506070) and our subsequent private emails were very helpful during my slow and painful TPMS search.  So thanks again for your guidance.
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My Tire Minder TM66 manual warns against not installing the Booster.

Initially I did not install my Booster and received several false warnings. Once I installed the Booster the TPMS worked fine and has done so for well over a year now (it even recognised the signal lose due to the dead Transmitter Battery.

It's important to remember that LD's are not the norm. They are large aluminium boxes with multiple electronic devices on board that can interfere with the transmission of each tire's transmitter. The coach itself does its best to block electronic signals. Kind of a double whammy.

Something to think about where signal boosters are concerned.

Kent
2015 27' RB "MissB.Haven"
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The last 7 years we had our '02 MB, we had a PressurePro TPMS system to monitor the LD and Wrangler that we towed.  That system worked well there without needing a repeater.  When we moved to a DP, I ran the same PressurePro system, but had signal loss problems with the inside duallies and the tow vehicle.  I wanted temperature readings and user replaceable batteries, so I replaced the PP with an EEZ RV system with a repeater.  This system has worked very well.  Some owners run the EEZ LCD monitor off it's internal battery and only recharge it every couple of months.  The EEZ sensors without the security covers are very small and light, and with the covers are close to the size and weight of the PP sensors.  I don't like to run external TPMS valve stem mounted sensors on rubber stems (concerned about flexing causing failure), but some people get away with it on their toads.  IMHO, solid custom bent valve stems on the MH are best for TPMS sensors.

My $0.02,
Art
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I believe a TPMS is a must for RV use.   The system I have is very satisfactory.   I have a yearly routine to change the batteries yearly.    Like engine oil its cheap insurance. 
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Re: Finally - A TPMS Decision
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On Amazon, the EEZ TPMS product description states: "built-in rechargeable lithium battery." But, users of the EEZ advise getting extra batteries; is this advice due to it just being easier or less expensive to replace the battery than to re-charge it? If one chooses to recharge the advertised-as-rechargeable battery in the EEZ, is there a recommended lithium battery charger?

2003 TK has a new home
Re: Finally - A TPMS Decision
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Quote from: Kent Heckethorn  - 
My Tire Minder TM66 manual warns against not installing the Booster.

Initially I did not install my Booster and received several false warnings. Once I installed the Booster the TPMS worked fine and has done so for well over a year now (it even recognised the signal lose due to the dead Transmitter Battery.

It's important to remember that LD's are not the norm. They are large aluminium boxes with multiple electronic devices on board that can interfere with the transmission of each tire's transmitter. The coach itself does its best to block electronic signals. Kind of a double whammy.

Something to think about where signal boosters are concerned.

Kent

We are using our EEZE with a 30' LD and a Subaru toad. Although it came with the booster I have never used it and not seen a problem from not using it.

Jim
Re: Finally - A TPMS Decision
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I do not use a booster on my 23.5 with Jeep either. However I was having problems with 3 sensors and was told by EEZ that my weather station that has an outside sending unit operates on the same frequency as the TPMS and to disable it, but it turned out to be weak batteries and I cut the weather station back on and it is working fine.
2003 23.5' Front Dinette
Re: Finally - A TPMS Decision
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Quote from: Older_Fossil  - 
The last 7 years we had our '02 MB, we had a PressurePro TPMS system to monitor the LD and Wrangler that we towed.  That system worked well there without needing a repeater.  When we moved to a DP, I ran the same PressurePro system, but had signal loss problems with the inside duallies and the tow vehicle.  I wanted temperature readings and user replaceable batteries, so I replaced the PP with an EEZ RV system with a repeater.  This system has worked very well.  Some owners run the EEZ LCD monitor off it's internal battery and only recharge it every couple of months.  The EEZ sensors without the security covers are very small and light, and with the covers are close to the size and weight of the PP sensors.  I don't like to run external TPMS valve stem mounted sensors on rubber stems (concerned about flexing causing failure), but some people get away with it on their toads.  IMHO, solid custom bent valve stems on the MH are best for TPMS sensors.

My $0.02,
Art


We run our monitor off the battery and haven't had an issue. One of the things I like about the monitor is that it, too, has a user replaceable battery. We have run the sensors on the rubber stems on our toad and again, haven't had any issues with that, but, I definitely agree about using them only on metal stems on the MH. We have had one of the sensors fail on the LD which was replaced under warranty.

Jim

Jim
Re: Finally - A TPMS Decision
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Quote from: JCT  - 
On Amazon, the EEZ TPMS product description states: "built-in rechargeable lithium battery." But, users of the EEZ advise getting extra batteries; is this advice due to it just being easier or less expensive to replace the battery than to re-charge it? If one chooses to recharge the advertised-as-rechargeable battery in the EEZ, is there a recommended lithium battery charger?



The monitor comes with a rechargeable battery already installed and a 12v power cord. That is all I have needed and still using the same battery. I don't see why you would need to buy a replacement batt until it starts failing to hold a charge. Although, I guess, an extra wouldn't hurt if the failure was sudden.

Jim
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"The monitor comes with a rechargeable battery already installed and a 12v power cord. That is all I have needed and still using the same battery."
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Thank you. (I missed the 12V "recharge" cord when looking at the description.  ::) ) 
2003 TK has a new home
Re: Finally - A TPMS Decision
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Quote from: JCT  - 
On Amazon, the EEZ TPMS product description states: "built-in rechargeable lithium battery." But, users of the EEZ advise getting extra batteries; is this advice due to it just being easier or less expensive to replace the battery than to re-charge it? If one chooses to recharge the advertised-as-rechargeable battery in the EEZ, is there a recommended lithium battery charger?



I was referring to the batteries in the sensors themselves, not the display unit.
2003 23.5' Front Dinette
Re: Finally - A TPMS Decision
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I kind of remember that someone asked that I post my thoughts about the EEZ after using it for awhile.  Jim C wrote a fine review on this TPMS at Adding TPMS monitoring to Toad .  I might add a few comments to his excellent review.

So here goes.  We received our EEZ TPMS just before a 5 week trip.  One of the sensors was swollen and didn't fit into the theft-proof case.  In addition, it read about 4-5 psi low.  EEZ's first response was their sensors are tested and are accurate and advised me to do a variety of tests.  Their suggestion for the swollen condition was to sand the sensor so it would fit into the theft-proof case.  My goodness.  At any rate, it took 3-4 phone calls and 3-4 emails to EEZ and finally they agreed to send me a replacement sensor by the Friday before our departure. 

The sensor tracking number showed that the sensor would not arrive before our trip and when I asked about the delay, the first response was their Internet service was down.  When EEZ failed to follow-up on another question, the CS person said he was out of the office that day closing on a new house.  Today, when I called to verify the procedures for returning the defective sensor, the CS person said he was not in the office and couldn't help me right then.

Despite this "strange" way of doing business, the sensors seemed to be a well made quality device.  The monitor is made of lightweight plastic and does not feel substantial like a Garmin GPS or any type of smartphone.  Maybe all TPMS monitors are made the same way?  The instructions are well written and easy to follow.  Btw, there is an excellent Youtube video that demonstrates how to program the monitor and sensors. 

The monitor located and reported on each tire within a short time of turning on the unit.  It was able to find and monitor the TPMS devices on our towed vehicle and never lost contact with any of the sensors.  The warranty is for three (3) years which is less than some other TPMS equipment.  So at the end of the day, we have a TPMS system that works as advertised.

I wish I could have inspected some of the other brands before we purchased an EEZ system.  I would have wanted a longer warranty period and a better built monitor.  And finally, I would have appreciated doing business with a more substantial business enterprise.  At this point, I'd be unable to recommend EEZ over some of the other TPMS brands.

5/20/17 -  Corrected warranty information in this post to reflect three (3) years and not two (2) years.