TPMS, Air Pressure & BMWs...

WhiteFang · #1 (**permalink**) 10-07-2006, 11:34 PM

I thought I'd include a bunch of topics into today's 'adventure'...

With the change of weather, my TPMSwas showing my tire pressure low every morning. I thought the best solution was to move our air compressor out of the basement and into the garage - where I can fill my tires conveniently as often as I like... After the compressor popped the garage circuit breaker, I was still able to fill my tires - they were down ~1.5 lbs each. However, the TPMS was showing ~1 down in the front, 3 down in the rear. After doing the recalc operation the TPMS got a *lot* closer. (Besides checking your pressure it seems you need to reset this silly thing as often.)

So, we decided to go to Home Depot to buy another (smaller) compressor (which we did) but had to swap cars with the Cayenne since it wouldn't fit in the Cayman.

On the way home, we stopped at the local BMW dealer. With all the 'chat' about the M Coupe, I wanted to see what the 'fuss' was all about. I've owned several BMWs in the past, but *hate* the direction BMW has gone in the last several years. Every car they produce seems to be *uglier* than the next.

So, there's the M Coupe. Does it compare with a Cayman? No. It's ugly inside and out and looks 'cheap'. Looking around at the BMW dealership - the *only* cars that looked 'OK' were the 3 series convertible and the X5. Pretty sad statement. Oh well, at least Porsche is still cranking out great cars. You might think they are 'pricey', but there is no competition.

The moral of the story? Check (and correct) your air pressure often and when you read an article about how 'fast' the latest BMW is, keep in mind it's a piece of <Picard>. `;-()

**chows4us** · #2 (**permalink**) 10-08-2006, 12:10 AM

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With the change of weather, my TPMSwas showing my tire pressure low every morning. I thought the best solution was to move our air compressor out of the basement and into the garage - where I can fill my tires conveniently as often as I like...

I assume this isnt a simple compressor you plug into your lighter socket? What kind of compressor are you talking about (like for a gas station?)

WhiteFang · #3 (**permalink**) 10-08-2006, 10:32 AM

Chow4Us, re:

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I assume this isnt a simple compressor you plug into your lighter socket? What kind of compressor are you talking about (like for a gas station?)

A stand-alone compressor you plug into a wall outlet. I had an older one with ~5HP motor and it popped a house breaker. So, I boughta brand new <smaller> compressor at the Home Depot (~$100). I didn't feel like dealing with 12V units - thought this would streamline the process...