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Old 01-15-2018, 12:28 PM   #8
bushpilot
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The nice thing about TST is that it includes Temperature monitoring and alerting - Michelin warns that imminent tire failure occurs when the tire temp reaches 165+ (iirc).

Many folks will tell you they monitor their tire temps w/ a laser thermometer - which they can ONLY do when stopped....so this method of temperature monitoring is pretty much useless....how often do they stop to check temps?

Personally if I want to know the temp of the tire (and avoid failure) i want to know BEFORE i stop.

Temperature monitor also allows you to compare axle temps - if one side or corner is hotter than the other - it may be an indication of other problems (worn bearings, sticky brake pads/shoes, dragging brakes or over use of brakes).
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