Which tire Gauge to get?

[twiggy]

I have a few tire gauges that vary in PSI readings. I want to toss the junk and buy one good tire gauge. What do I get?

Thanks.

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[blacK20]

I’ve had many many tire gauges over the years. From the cheap pencil stick gauges, digital, to high dollar dial types. None of them will stay accurate for more than a year with daily use. Now I just use the cheap pencil gauges. I just compare mine to a reliable one every now and then(ie when my coworkers buy a new one) so that I know how much mine is off by that way I can factor in the difference when I check pressures.
If you work with some newer cars and have a good scan tool, another reliable source is to view the tire pressure monitors live data and compare with your gauge.

[blacK20]

Oh I should also add that if you don’t mind spending some money, some of the newer snapon inflator/gauges can actually be calibrated via a set screw.

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