TPMS: O-ring vs grommet
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Burning Brakes
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TPMS: O-ring vs grommet
My 2000 uses the older more expensive TPMS sensors, with the replaceable #9 O-ring.
I just bought new Schrader sensors # 28006 from Tirerack, and they
have the 2001-2004 style stepped grommet installed on the stem.
I know these are the right part number - I checked several sources including Schrader.
I assume these grommets are compatible with my stock 2000 wheels?
I assume I don't need a #9 O-ring also?
I assume this is just an update, and is ready to bolt on?
Tks,
DG
I just bought new Schrader sensors # 28006 from Tirerack, and they
have the 2001-2004 style stepped grommet installed on the stem.
I know these are the right part number - I checked several sources including Schrader.
I assume these grommets are compatible with my stock 2000 wheels?
I assume I don't need a #9 O-ring also?
I assume this is just an update, and is ready to bolt on?
Tks,
DG
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I'm running into this same problem right now trying to put 97 sensors on newer wheels. Does GM sell the grommet style O rings seperate? I'm a tech at BMW and we don't sell them seperate so if not where would I be able to get these? Is it something dealers usually stock? Thanks.
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I think what he wanted to say is: You can find the new style sensor seal in a faucet washer repair kit. Japc5, Please correct me if I'm wrong.
In that repair pack there are washers JUST like or very simular to the rubber washers on the new style sensors.
I bet one of the faucet washers and a little blue RTV and you would be golden.
BC
In that repair pack there are washers JUST like or very simular to the rubber washers on the new style sensors.
I bet one of the faucet washers and a little blue RTV and you would be golden.
BC
Last edited by Bill Curlee; Jan 27, 2011 at 08:58 AM.
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I'm running into this same problem right now trying to put 97 sensors on newer wheels. Does GM sell the grommet style O rings seperate? I'm a tech at BMW and we don't sell them seperate so if not where would I be able to get these? Is it something dealers usually stock? Thanks.
valve stems at your local parts store or wheel shop
