TPMS Sensors: OEM, or other..?
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TPMS Sensors: OEM, or other..?
Hey guys.
I recently had some of the TPMS sensors fail, and the dealer wanted about $250 a corner (plus labor) to replace them. Since I'm not an idiot, I respectfully declined...
I did mange to find some OEM units for $75 a corner but I also found these (for less than $50): http://www.oewheelsllc.com/TPMS-Sens...r#.VVCfwFI8LCT
Is there any reason why I should go with OEM over these? Thanks for you advice!!!
I recently had some of the TPMS sensors fail, and the dealer wanted about $250 a corner (plus labor) to replace them. Since I'm not an idiot, I respectfully declined...
I did mange to find some OEM units for $75 a corner but I also found these (for less than $50): http://www.oewheelsllc.com/TPMS-Sens...r#.VVCfwFI8LCT
Is there any reason why I should go with OEM over these? Thanks for you advice!!!
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We actually have some replacement TPMS sensors OE quality for much less (starting with 50$ each). We use them for custom wheel and tire packages on most premium cars. They will perfectly integrate with your OE monitoring system. But it is recommended to replace all 4 at a time for proper functionality. Check them out here.
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So, after a bit of a debacle at Costco, who said they could do all 4, installed for just over $200, I ordered a set of the ones from the OE wheels link above. Costco mistakenly ordered the 315MHz units, and when they figured out it was a mistake, they discovered that the 433MHz units weren't available in their system.
I had to drive the car for a few miles before it picked up the signal but I'm happy to say they work just fine. For $38, I'm not sure you could do much better...
I had to drive the car for a few miles before it picked up the signal but I'm happy to say they work just fine. For $38, I'm not sure you could do much better...
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