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Any decent tire pressure gauges out there?

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by SAR, Jan 4, 2015.

  1. Jan 4, 2015 #1
    SAR

    SAR Road Train Member

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    As the title states, what do you all use for a tire pressure gauges? I couldn't find any info on this in the search tab. There has been a couple threads started in the last couple days about tire pressures so just wondering what people use to get an accurate reading? I have been using the Milton S986 straight foot dual head chuck on mine. Any digital readouts that are decent with the dually head to get inside pressure on dual tires? I am willing to spend some money on a decent one if its accurate and easy to use. Thanks in advance!
     
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  3. Jan 4, 2015 #2
    Verdel

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    I have Snap-ON, it is mechanical but is very accurate and very solid, like all the tools they make. Made in USA and cost $100.
     
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    Starboyjim

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    I've had this problem for a while now, have 2 of the TAP/PFJ varieties, both not so good. Verdel will you tell us where you got your Snap-on? Thx
     
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  5. Jan 4, 2015 #4
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  7. Jan 5, 2015 #5
    rollin coal

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    Do they need to be calibrated periodically? I've just got a cheap NAPA tire guage.
     
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  8. Jan 5, 2015 #6
    wichris

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    Check them every few weeks with a calibrated dial gauge.
     
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  9. Jan 5, 2015 #7
    Verdel

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    I have my Snap-On for 2 years, never calibrated. If you don't drop it or use it like a hammer - works fine.
     
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  10. Jan 6, 2015 #8
    SAR

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    Thanks verdel for the feedback. I am going to look into this more and probably get one. If they make this product like they do with everything else in the snap-on line up It should be good. If I get one I will be taking good care of if and be hiding it from other users in the shop that's for sure.
     
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  11. Jan 6, 2015 #9
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