Poll: TPMS or NOT for your 2nd Set of Wheels

crispy tofu · 02-11-2013, 08:25 PM

For those that have a second set of wheels for track / summer use, do you put TPMS sensors in them, Use an emulator instead, or just deal with the error light in the dash? Use Voting Buttons above, And also comment why you do what you do.

warp10 · 02-11-2013, 08:27 PM

for track use no tpms

Powerbeast · 02-11-2013, 09:24 PM

TPMS FTW

I cant stand the warning lights.

pbonsalb · 02-11-2013, 09:34 PM

I would not bother on a set of track wheels where I was checking and adjusting pressure frequently during the day. I do run TPMS on both my summer and winter wheels.

1MOREMOD · 02-11-2013, 09:54 PM

i have tpms in my first and second set of wheels but not third. actually can be useful at the track as well. had a partial tire failure twice, not blowout that my tpms in my wet track tires caught for me.

///M Ryder · 02-11-2013, 09:56 PM

My track wheels have a set.........Phil

surlynkid · 02-11-2013, 10:01 PM

i have a set in my track wheels as well. if they could prevent an accident like the 911 driver that put his car into the wall (video was posted here recently), then they are worth every nickel.

OC3 · 02-11-2013, 10:15 PM

Had it on my Apex street/track set. But, don't on separate track Volk. Got used to the warning lights pretty quick.

sergkoko · 02-11-2013, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MRM55

For those that have a second set of wheels for track / summer use, do you put TPMS sensors in them, Use an emulator instead, or just deal with the error light in the dash? Use Voting Buttons above, And also comment why you do what you do.

I am in the middle of the same dillema. So far I am leaning towards just not spending the extra money, as I check my tire pressure before I go on spirited drives anyway, and between runs on the track.

UPDATE: Read some more about the whole thing and decided to just order a second set of sensors and stems.

Endless619 · 02-11-2013, 10:31 PM

Just code them out. I think EAS can do that. Not sure though. I have TPMS on both sets.

kaiv · 02-12-2013, 12:56 AM

No TPMS on any of my wheels. Coded it off so no warning lights.

GOLFFRR · 02-12-2013, 06:47 AM

I always add TPMS. there a couple hundred bucks. For me, I want to know at all times before its to late. However if you get a instant flat it wont matter. Plus the error light would drive me nuts

THE TECH · 02-12-2013, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Powerbeast

TPMS FTW

I cant stand the warning lights.

+1

Transfer · 02-12-2013, 10:51 AM

TPMS didn't really exist in the US a decade ago and life went on. I did not add TPMS to my winter set and the warning light is not enough to bother me.

Moxie · 02-12-2013, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Transfer

TPMS didn't really exist in the US a decade ago and life went on. I did not add TPMS to my winter set and the warning light is not enough to bother me.

Same here - No TPMS on 3 sets of wheels. Always in MDM so it's just another light & not a big deal. I guess maybe if I never checked my tires it would be a necessity.

It's a wonder how the Germans get along w/o TPMS....they need to put more reflectors on the front bumper too. Talk about reckless...

j2m · 02-12-2013, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THE TECH

+1

+2 warning lights FTL!

tom @ eas · 02-12-2013, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Endless619

Just code them out. I think EAS can do that. Not sure though. I have TPMS on both sets.

Yes, we can code them off also.

M3 Esq · 02-12-2013, 12:38 PM

I run TPMS on all sets. With all the money I spend on car related items I don't see the point on skimping on this saftey feature.

View Poll Results: TPMS or Not for 2nd Set of Wheels?
Add TPMS sensors to the Wheels	24	63.16%
Use a TPMS EMULATOR instead (i.e. Macht Schnell)	4	10.53%
Enjoy the error light on the dash	10	26.32%
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warp10 Lieutenant Colonel 776 Rep 1,718 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 Jet Black:ZCP, ZCV, ZP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Atlanta, Ga iTrader: (7) Garage List 2011 M3 [10.00] 2011 28i X3 [0.00]	for track use no tpms
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Powerbeast Lieutenant General 5410 Rep 10,825 Posts Drives: F80 M3 RarriRot Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: SoCal iTrader: (4)	TPMS FTW I cant stand the warning lights.
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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	i have tpms in my first and second set of wheels but not third. actually can be useful at the track as well. had a partial tire failure twice, not blowout that my tpms in my wet track tires caught for me. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster\|Euro header\|BW exhaust\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|apr gt 250 & splitter\|ST-40\|XR-2\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|BW studs\|
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///M Ryder Grown Azz Man 429 Rep 3,021 Posts Drives: GT4 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Texas iTrader: (8)	My track wheels have a set.........Phil __________________ 2016 GT4.....Sapphire Blue Metallic, Platinum stitch Leather/Alcantara interior, Carbon Fiber Trim, PCM w/Nav, Guards Red Belts, 2 Zone Climate, Sport Chrono, LWB, Smokers Pack, Big Gas Tank, Light Design Pack, Bi-Xenon w/PDL, Auto Dim Mirror, Clear Side Markers, GTS Clear Taillights
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OC3 Havin' a blast! 123 Rep 4,847 Posts Drives: 2013 M3 E92 Jerez Blk DCT ZCP Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)	Had it on my Apex street/track set. But, don't on separate track Volk. Got used to the warning lights pretty quick. __________________ BRP 1:56 \| CVR 2:01 \| ACS 1:53 \| WSIR 1:34
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02-12-2013, 12:56 AM	#11
kaiv IG: limited.slip 331 Rep 1,918 Posts Drives: E46 M3 in a 325i Touring body! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (31)	No TPMS on any of my wheels. Coded it off so no warning lights.
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02-12-2013, 06:47 AM	#12
GOLFFRR 10803 Rep 27,595 Posts Drives: GOLFFRR cart Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: we sell BMWs to "ALL" US states iTrader: (4)	I always add TPMS. there a couple hundred bucks. For me, I want to know at all times before its to late. However if you get a instant flat it wont matter. Plus the error light would drive me nuts __________________ BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEXT BMW, EMAIL OUR GUY KOTE FIRST! Kote M Sales:Kotem@bmwofcamarillo.com Cell:805-368-9101 vipfinance@bmwofcamarillo.com for warranties!
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Transfer Major General 5251 Rep 5,874 Posts Drives: Bronco Wildtrak, Tesla MYP Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Issaquah, WA iTrader: (1)	TPMS didn't really exist in the US a decade ago and life went on. I did not add TPMS to my winter set and the warning light is not enough to bother me.
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02-12-2013, 12:38 PM	#18
M3 Esq Automobilist 395 Rep 2,632 Posts Drives: E70 X5, 911 GT3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT iTrader: (12)	I run TPMS on all sets. With all the money I spend on car related items I don't see the point on skimping on this saftey feature.
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