Re-using stock TPMS sensors on new rims
#1
Intermediate
Thread Starter
Re-using stock TPMS sensors on new rims
I would like to change my stock 95 rims from my LT1 over the the ZR1 design, but I am not sure on what I need to do concerning the TPMS sensors? Can anybody please let me know if the currently stock rim sensors can be removed by the tire technician from the rims, and then to get re-installed on the new ZR1 style rims? Or do I need to purchase new sensors with the new rims?
Thanks,
Andy
Thanks,
Andy
#2
Burning Brakes
You're better off not installing them. If you do decide to use them, make note that they are specific to each side of the car, and they are directional.
The reason I say not to them is if one of them broke off inside the tire, it will destroy it. I think there was one member here that had that happen to their vette.
The reason I say not to them is if one of them broke off inside the tire, it will destroy it. I think there was one member here that had that happen to their vette.
#3
I would like to change my stock 95 rims from my LT1 over the the ZR1 design, but I am not sure on what I need to do concerning the TPMS sensors? Can anybody please let me know if the currently stock rim sensors can be removed by the tire technician from the rims, and then to get re-installed on the new ZR1 style rims? Or do I need to purchase new sensors with the new rims?
Thanks,
Andy
Thanks,
Andy
If they're functional now and aren't broken in the tire removal it would be foolish to NOT use them UNLESS a person wanted to "resell" them to pay for the wheels. The later style bring quite nice prices.
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OP - you could buy an after-market system that reports pressure/temperature to either a monitor OR there are some now that I believe are iOS compatible. The brand "ORANGE" comes to mind - I'm not recommending or suggesting just meant to inform you:
Here's an Amazon link for an Orange system that is generally thought to be of value:
Last edited by WVZR-1; 03-10-2014 at 07:14 AM.
#4
Pro
I did this when I went to A-molds from sawblades. System works but ever since the change my "Service TPMS" light is on at start up but goes off after about 30 seconds of driving. No idea why but its just an annoyance, not really a problem.
#5
Melting Slicks
Jim
#6
Pro
Kinda makes a little sense but the odd thing is, it wasn't doing it before I changed wheels. I even pulled the negative battery cable hoping to reset the system but no dice.