TIRES

Tire valve extensions: We encountered a frightening and potentially catastrophic situation while at the Freightliner factory. The stylish, chrome extensions on the inside duals were 'chaffing' against the access hole in the wheel covers. The freightliner technician brought it to our attention averting a certain loss of air pressure the results I shutter to imagine. There was another Alfa in the shop, but it had braided extensions, so I don't know if mine were from the factory or from the dealer. Additionally, there was a plastic guard on one side that  apparently was to prevent this condition, however it was not fastened securely. The other side had no such guard. Please be aware of this situation. (Doug & Mary Perkinson) (#6, 09/04)

Product Review – Pressure Pro Tire Monitoring System

Before we began our 7500-mile cross-country trip, I decided to buy a tire pressure monitoring system.  I’d read the experiences of some of the folks on the Alfa Yahoo forum and did not “want to leave home without one.” After reviewing the market I settled on the Pressure Pro system.  I can safely say it has performed well and is a good buy.  I would highly recommend it.

Pros:

·        Easy to install.  They screw on the valve stem.

·        I can read tire pressures in the morning before starting by simply pushing a button.

·        Constant monitoring of both the coach and the toad

·        Can be set to just monitor the coach by pushing a button

·        Can be moved from vehicle to vehicle in minutes

·        Customer support equal to that of Alfa’s

Cons ---None

Sold by Jim Turner, an Alfa owner and forum member

Questions - email me at  jjcskydive@cox.net (John Cohn #1872) (#6, 09/04)

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