tpms and extended stems May 23, 2020, 12:58:05 am So I was looking at picking up a TST FLOW THRU system, but I wondering about them and the extended stems that are on my rear tires. They were on the rig when we bought it. I'd be concerned with just adding the sensors to the end of what I have. On the front tires at least, I *think* I can unscrew the extension. Not sure about the rear's. I'm going to attach some pictures.Do most people put the sensors as close to the wheel as possible, then extend off them?Also, what about tire balancing w/ the sensors? Is that a concern?
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #1 – May 23, 2020, 01:35:33 pm Eeek, gack, run away, valve stem extenders! Sorry, I just finished a piece of berry pie and am perhaps a bit exuberant. I’d ditch those (prone to failure), replace with long brass stems and add the TPMS sensors as you had intended.Here is one source for the long brass valve stems Duallyvalve Kits for Ford, GM, Dodge - Class CMy question, thinking about replacing steel wheels with Alcoa aluminum, is whether the same Borg, long brass valve stems fit on the Aluminum wheels? I’d be interested to hear your research, assuming you choose to run this down.Warren
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #2 – May 23, 2020, 01:44:30 pm Never seen them mounted on flexible stems, you are the first.Guess it should work, no other way of knowing other than giving it a try.Make sure the clamp securing the extenders are tight.On the front wheels, short, solid, valve stem extenders are available at most auto stores.Performance Tool airTIGHT Valve Stem Extensions 60108 - Free Shipping on...Flexible valve sem extenders are prone to leaking, check the connection to the stock valve stem regularly for tightness. The hoses can wear and leak where they pass through the sharp edges on the wheel covers, I use clear, flexible plastic tubing to cover the hoses in where they pass through the hole.Consider changing to solid stems in the future.Larry
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #3 – May 23, 2020, 02:42:53 pm This is how I installed the flow through valve and TMP sensors on my valve extensions. I didn’t have any issues on my maiden 350 mile trip.Macmarty2005 26.5 MB
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #4 – May 23, 2020, 02:59:17 pm Quote from: WhiteElk - May 23, 2020, 01:35:33 pmMy question, thinking about replacing steel wheels with Alcoa aluminum, is whether the same Borg, long brass valve stems fit on the Aluminum wheels? I’d be interested to hear your research, assuming you choose to run this down.Note that with Alcoa wheels in the back ONLY the outside wheels are alloy - the inside duallies are the same steel wheels. Also, there have been issues of the wheels 'welding' to the hubs, making them extremely hard to remove. If your intention is eliminating the wheel covers, some folks are happy just painting the steel wheels.Steve
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #5 – May 23, 2020, 03:18:11 pm Here are several pics of my Tire Minder TPMS with the Solid Borg Long Valve Stems set up.Tire Minder no longer sells their flow through valves. I believe they now sell a TPMS with an integrated flow through valve.This set-up has saved my bacon while on the road. The valve stems + installation was less than $200.00 Worth every penny. I’d never leave home without it.Kent
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #6 – May 24, 2020, 02:25:18 pm Here's my question about tires and valve stems....I'm due for new tires for my 2014 and I have the valve Kit #5-6F rigid valve extensions purchased from Chuck "the tireman" Carvitto, I live in San Diego so my question is this: what tire place down here would have the most knowledgeable and 'qualified' personnel to replace my tires with the rigid valves?Stan B
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #7 – May 24, 2020, 03:34:39 pm Quote from: slbag66691 - May 24, 2020, 02:25:18 pmHere's my question about tires and valve stems....I'm due for new tires for my 2014 and I have the valve Kit #5-6F rigid valve extensions purchased from Chuck "the tireman" Carvitto, I live in San Diego so my question is this: what tire place down here would have the most knowledgeable and 'qualified' personnel to replace my tires with the rigid valves?Stan B Stan, what model 2014 do you have? I'd like to add it to your profile.Chris
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #8 – May 24, 2020, 05:13:05 pm Stan,When I purchased my Borg valve stem kit, they recommended Allen Tire Company. I notice that there is an Allen in the San Diego area. As others here would advise, ask the installer if they have done this type of installation before. There are several LDOF members in San Diego that may have a better choice than Allen’s but in my area they did a fine job and charged $60 several years ago. It’s advisable for you as the owner to remove the decorative wheel covers on your own prior to the stem installation. Otherwise the shop may end up damaging or loosing them. It’s also a good idea to keep an eye on the installation so you can insure all goes well. When it came time to rotate (swap sides for the rear dually’s in tandem) our rigs tires, Allen’s did it for free. When I need new tires, I’ll most likely go to them. Before you head out of town, or leave the tire guy, check to make sure the job was done right and the stems are not leaking. I’ve read stories that would attest to this precaution. Good luck with the install. Kent
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #9 – May 24, 2020, 08:18:36 pm Quote from: Steve - May 23, 2020, 02:59:17 pmNote that with Alcoa wheels in the back ONLY the outside wheels are alloy - the inside duallies are the same steel wheels. Also, there have been issues of the wheels 'welding' to the hubs, making them extremely hard to remove. There have been a few reports here through the years about the outer aluminum wheel fusing to the inner steel wheel and steel hub.A thin coating of anti-seize will help prevent this.Permatex® Anti-Seize Lubricant – PermatexOff topic a little, the steel front wheels fit tightly on the front hubs and can stick when trying to remove the wheel, especially the first time or two. If this occurs, replace and finger tighten the lugs nuts and then back them off three full turns. Lower the wheel back onto the ground, start the engine and turn the steering wheel back and forth a few times. You should feel a pop when the wheel frees itself from the hub. Jack the wheel back up, place on a jack stand, and then remove the lug nuts and wheel.Larry 5 Likes
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #10 – May 24, 2020, 10:30:17 pm Might you recommend a suitable jack stand Larry?
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #11 – June 08, 2020, 11:24:28 am Hello Stan in San Diego,I just replaced my braided flexible stems on the back with rigid brass? extenders at truck tire store called Parkhouse tire. Any of their locations can do this but you may call ahead and make sure they have it in stock.Dwight
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #12 – June 08, 2020, 01:33:42 pm Quote from: WhiteElk - May 24, 2020, 10:30:17 pmMight you recommend a suitable jack stand Larry?Missed this before.I use 12-ton jack stands, Harbor Freight's best, along with 12-ton air-powered hydraulic jack.It requires an air compressor to operate.https://www.harborfreight.com/12-ton-steel-jack-stands-56374.htmlhttps://www.harborfreight.com/12-ton-air-hydraulic-bottle-jack-94487.htmlBe sure to block all the wheels that are not being lifted.Larry 1 Likes
Re: tpms and extended stems Reply #13 – June 08, 2020, 03:23:48 pm Just a FYI: the 12-ton jack stands from Harbor Freight are not part of the recall; that affects only the following, according to this link:https://images.harborfreight.com/hftweb/recalls/Jack-Stand-Recall-56371_61196_61197.pdf
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