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68gmsee · 12-23-2015, 08:32 PM

Need a recommendation for a good, accurate tire gauge.

I have over the years, bought umpteen different styles of tire gauges. From professional ones used on big trucks to small auto parts store ones slider style and round gauge style.

At this time I have one in each of my vehicles (4) and couple of more for my tractor out in the country. Not two register exactly the same. They all differ from one to two or more psi difference.

Benny- · 12-23-2015, 08:50 PM

I had 3 slider gauges and a round needle style gauge that all read different. I bought a digital one from an auto parts store that said its guaranteed to be + or - 0.5 psi or a certain percentage, whichever is greater. Turns out the digital and round needle type read exactly the same. I'm good with using either of those now.
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**LEEVON** · 12-23-2015, 08:54 PM

I buy these in my shop, they are accurate. I also have the analog version for personal use.

http://www.tooltopia.com/astro-pneumatic-3018.aspx

68gmsee · 12-23-2015, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Benny-

I had 3 slider gauges and a round needle style gauge that all read different. I bought a digital one from an auto parts store that said its guaranteed to be + or - 0.5 psi or a certain percentage, whichever is greater. Turns out the digital and round needle type read exactly the same. I'm good with using either of those now.
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Is there a particular brand name on it that you can post?
I don't mind if they read the same all the time, but some of the slider types tend to stick and I'm really not sure if I'm putting in equal psi on the tires.

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Originally Posted by LEEVON

I buy these in my shop, they are accurate. I also have the analog version for personal use.

http://www.tooltopia.com/astro-pneumatic-3018.aspx

Wow! That's a little pricey for my use. However, I suppose I could buy just one of these and use it on all my vehicles. Inconvenient but may be the solution.

Sicklajoie · 12-23-2015, 09:22 PM

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/at...iews=ThreeStar
Cheap and works well.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/atm-2164/overview/
This one goes to 100 psi

68gmsee · 12-23-2015, 11:07 PM

Those from summit are little more in my price range and one had some good reviews. Probably pick up two -one for the home and another for the farm.

I'm staying away from the $2-$3 ones at the local auto stores. They're just not accurate enough.

Appreciate the response.

**truckdude239** · 12-25-2015, 06:52 AM

It gkt moved to tbe appropriate forum. As to tire gauges i use milton tire gauges at work they are pretty accurate.

Daddy'O · 12-25-2015, 11:09 AM

X2 on Milton. Many of their products are still made in the USA.

drfloyd · 12-25-2015, 10:02 PM

I use 100 PSI process gauges that I get from work and plumb them up on a short whip with an air hose fitting and a chuck. About as good as it gets.

4 Wheelin Fudpucker · 12-26-2015, 06:49 AM

I got mine from a snap on truck in the 80s

Dang thing still works, guess it was worth paying too much for

12-23-2015, 08:32 PM	#1
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	What is the best tire gauge... Need a recommendation for a good, accurate tire gauge. I have over the years, bought umpteen different styles of tire gauges. From professional ones used on big trucks to small auto parts store ones slider style and round gauge style. At this time I have one in each of my vehicles (4) and couple of more for my tractor out in the country. Not two register exactly the same. They all differ from one to two or more psi difference. __________________ 68 GMC 250/3 speed Saginaw p/b p/s 69 Chevy 350/350 currently in pieces still lookin for a cab 06 Trailblazer I just want a vehicle that I can work on, that won't talk to me, leave error msgs or keep track of how I drive...

12-23-2015, 08:50 PM	#2
Benny- Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Ogden, UT Posts: 123	Re: What is the best tire gauge... I had 3 slider gauges and a round needle style gauge that all read different. I bought a digital one from an auto parts store that said its guaranteed to be + or - 0.5 psi or a certain percentage, whichever is greater. Turns out the digital and round needle type read exactly the same. I'm good with using either of those now. Posted via Mobile Device

12-23-2015, 08:54 PM	#3
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,919	Re: What is the best tire gauge... I buy these in my shop, they are accurate. I also have the analog version for personal use. http://www.tooltopia.com/astro-pneumatic-3018.aspx __________________ '86 GMC C30 Crew ~ '86 C20 Crew ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '74K10 ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

12-23-2015, 09:22 PM	#5
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,514	Re: What is the best tire gauge... http://www.summitracing.com/parts/at...iews=ThreeStar Cheap and works well. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/atm-2164/overview/ This one goes to 100 psi __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

12-23-2015, 11:07 PM	#6
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: What is the best tire gauge... Those from summit are little more in my price range and one had some good reviews. Probably pick up two -one for the home and another for the farm. I'm staying away from the $2-$3 ones at the local auto stores. They're just not accurate enough. Appreciate the response. __________________ 68 GMC 250/3 speed Saginaw p/b p/s 69 Chevy 350/350 currently in pieces still lookin for a cab 06 Trailblazer I just want a vehicle that I can work on, that won't talk to me, leave error msgs or keep track of how I drive...

12-25-2015, 06:52 AM	#7
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,238	Re: What is the best tire gauge... It gkt moved to tbe appropriate forum. As to tire gauges i use milton tire gauges at work they are pretty accurate. __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

12-25-2015, 11:09 AM	#8
Daddy'O Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Whitesboro, Texas Posts: 932	Re: What is the best tire gauge... X2 on Milton. Many of their products are still made in the USA. __________________ Cheers - Wayne Our Shop Build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=620966 '55 Wagon Build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=689157 1971 Cheyenne Super Ochre/White LWB 350 Auto - my son's truck "Nancy" 1972 GMC K2500 Custom 4X4 Olive LWB 400 SB 4-speed -"Greenie" - Restoration to begin after the '55 Nothing sucks more than that moment during an argument when you realize you're wrong.

12-25-2015, 10:02 PM	#9
drfloyd Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Scranton, SC Posts: 248	Re: What is the best tire gauge... I use 100 PSI process gauges that I get from work and plumb them up on a short whip with an air hose fitting and a chuck. About as good as it gets.

12-26-2015, 06:49 AM	#10
4 Wheelin Fudpucker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Washingrad Posts: 68	Re: What is the best tire gauge... I got mine from a snap on truck in the 80s Dang thing still works, guess it was worth paying too much for __________________ Happy as a pig in mud



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