Auto Meter 2343 Autogage Mechanical Tire Pressure Gauge
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Autogage line offers economical instruments for street and street performance vehicles, perfect for those needing good design at an affordable cost. Autogage is famous for its wide variety of black and chrome tachometers and underdash panels for 50's and 60's muscle cars. 60 PSI gauge retains the last measurement until the pressure is released. Patented design assures accuracy and durability, while a large dial and angled chuck enable easy measuring. Bronze bourdon tube 270 degree sweep movements and durable nylon gearing have made these rugged and long lasting gauges a proven high performance favorite for over 25 years. These mechanical gauges require no electrical power for operation making them an ideal choice for vehicles with no or low powered electrical systems.
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- Economical and requires no electric power- Used to measure the pressure of tires on a vehicle
- Has a range of 60 PSI
- Size of this mechanical tire pressure gauge is 1-1/2 (38.1mm)
- Offers a race inspired design with the trademark Auto Meter Monster look
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By Simmdog (CA)
I like the pressure release button. The gauge will hold the value until you push the release so you can easily read it.
By smgsmc
Here's my round-up of tire pressure gauges. Prices vary a lot on Amazon. Usually much cheaper if purchased directly from Amazon (free shipping) than from an affiliated seller. So be careful which seller you pick. If Amazon is out of stock, you may want to wait a week or two. Prices below are what I paid, including free shipping.
In Jan 2009, I bought two gauges: (a) Moroso 89560 ($40.04), an analog dial gauge, and (b) Accutire MS-5510B ($38.41), a digital dial gauge. I have separate reviews for these two units. Both are good units with a flexible hose attachment and a bleed valve. They are fine in the garage, and fit any tire, but are bulky to keep in a glove compartment if you want to check pressures when you're on the road (for example, if you suspect a leak). I just bought three compact units. All three are analog dial gauges: I don't want battery-powered units stashed away in a glove compartment (extreme high and low temps, and who wants a unit with a dead battery in an emergency?).
Same review posted for the following:
Milton (MIL) MILS902 $21.63
Professional Products (PP) 11101 $9.88
Auto Meter (AM) Auto gage 2343 $16.50
All five gauges have a range of 0 - 60 psi. My tires run from 28 - 35 psi. Main features to consider:
(1) Accuracy. Accuracy is specified with respect to a calibration source. Since I don't have a calibration source, I can't comment on accuracy.
(2) Resolution. (a) Accutire. Digital readout. 0.1 psi resolution. (b) Moroso. 2-1/2 in diam dial. Can estimate to nearest ½ psi. (c) MIL, PP, AM. 2 in diam dial. Can estimate to nearest 1 psi.
(3) Reproducibility. Repeated 6 readings for each gauge. Expected some air loss for each reading. No noticeable change for analog gauges. 0.5 psi drop total after six readings for Accutire (it's not leakier, it's only because of the higher resolution).
(4) Agreement. Ran 5 sequences of the 5 gauges in different order. All gauges agreed within +/-1 psi. This is good news. MIL consistently 1 psi lower than the others, but this is fine.
(5) Mechanical.
(a) PP and AM appear to be the same gauge, with two minor differences. Don't know if the innards are the same though...can't open the cases. Both weigh 150 gm, so probably the same inside as well. Heavy sheet metal body. Heavy metal neck, chuck, and valve. Heavy plastic dial cover (hard, not tough, plastic though). Tick marks and numbers on AM dial much sharper than on PP. PP comes with fitted plastic case; AM doesn't. Case is low quality though...hard, not tough, plastic; snap fit. Good for stashing in a glove compartment or tool box. But probably will crack and open up if dropped.
(b) MIL. Heavy metal neck, chuck, and valve. **Extremely el-cheapo and flimsy plastic body and dial cover.**
Common features (MIL, PP, AM):
(1) Have a neck with an angled chuck. Non-swivel. PM, AM neck 2 in length. Milton neck about ¾ in longer.
(2) Have bleed valve. Smooth operation. After gauge is removed, pressure reading is supposed to hold until bleed valve is released. (PP, AM): Reading holds even after 30 sec. (MIL): Reading starts to drop once the gauge is removed (not acceptable).
Common negs:
(1) None come with a boot. Should be standard. A boot is available, but Amazon doesn't sell it directly. An affiliated seller wants $2.99 + $6.95 shipping. That's more than I paid for the PP gauge itself. I have a couple of 25+ yr old Brookstone gauges that have finally deserved a decent burial. Their rubber boots are still in good shape after all these years, and they fit my new gauges just fine.
(2) Gauges without a hose are tricky to use. Many wheels now have spokes, and the valve stems are recessed. Worse, my wife's car has short rigid tire sensors: the stems don't flex at all. If you get a gauge with a straight chuck, the neck is often too short and you can't seat the chuck (the gauge body gets in the way). So these units have an angled chuck. The design is idotic though, because the bleed valve is on the same side as the chuck. Depending on the tire, the bleed valve presses against the wheel when you try to seat the chuck. Not good. There is no swivel head. So if you position the gauge to clear the wheel, you may end up with the gauge oriented such that you can't read it. In which case, it's critical that the bleed valve doesn't leak...that way you can get a valid reading after you remove the gauge. You, of course, lose the capability to overfill the tire a bit and then bleed the pressure to the right value as you look at the dial. So these operate more like stick gauges. In this respect, none of this group of three is totally satisfactory.
Summary: Of the three, though, I'd go with the PP. It has the lowest price and has a storage case. It's essentially the same as the AM. It's not worth the extra $ to get the sharper graphics on the AM. The MIL is the most expensive, is the flimsiest, and my unit came with a leaky valve. I returned it. Five stars to Amazon for free return shipping and processing a refund within several days.
By Hiker (Deep South)
This is a great gauge. Very accurate and holds the reading until you hit the release button. Seals on the stem perfectly. I like it much better than a stick type gauge.
By Virginia Day Hiker
I can't speak to durability because I haven't had it long enough. I do find this gauge to be well made and seemingly accurate. I've installed an Auto Meter gauge in one of my cars and was very pleased with the quality and function.
I was surprised to find out that this part was not made in the USA. I mistaken thought all their products were produced in America. This part gets only 4 stars from me because people purchasing this brand may not expect to receive a foreign made part.
By Stephen Mischenko (USA)
Disappointed the gauge is imported. Also, the unit does not swivel, and is therefore not as user friendly as it should be.
For me, Asian imports = a lack of durability - especially with tools!
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Accutire MS-4021B Standard Digital Tire Gauge
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The Accutire Standard Digital Tire Gauge features heavy-duty construction to withstand shifting around in your glove compartment. Designed to last, it has an angled head and rubber coated handle for easy gripping. The LCD display is large and easy to read. If you forget to turn the gauge off, don't worry -- it is equipped with automatic shut off. The gauge will read within 0.05 PSI. This gauge measures air pressure from 5-150 PSI in 0.5-pound increments.
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- Heavy duty construction and rugged design for long lasting use- Angled head and rubber coated handle for easy gripping
- Large, easy-to-read LCD display
- Equipped with an automatic shut off to prevent deflation
- Accurate to within 0.05 PSI, reading air pressure from 5-150 PSI in 0.5 pound increments
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By P. Bowman (Seattle, WA)
The Accutire MS-4121B was my first digital tire pressure gage. I had looked at them in the past but always decided they were too expensive. But this one was priced right and had the ability to measure up to 150 psi which I needed for high-pressure bike tires. But I was worried that it would perform cheaply as well. My worries were unfounded as I quickly became impressed with how well it worked. The display is large and very legible and lights up which is handy when checking car tires in a garage that isn't well lit. The batteries were already installed so it was ready to go as soon as I unwrapped it. It appears to be ruggedly built and I look forward to many years of excellent performance from this device.
By E. Martinez (new york)
works good numbers light up so it can be used at night. top of the line unit.
By A. Kennedy (Carlsbad, CA USA)
Used it once when it was first purchased. Didn't need to use it for 12 months. Tried and it didn't work. Replaced the batteries ($12 cost), still doesn't work.
Rubbish.
By John Smith
Overview: My dad got both my sisters and I one of these tire guages to measure the tire pressure and they work great.
Ease of use: Turns on when you apply it to the tire to get the air pressure and automatically turns off again when your done.
Accuracy: I have not tested the accuracy but for my car (which tells me when my air pressure is low) it works great
I recommend this to anyone looking for a reliable tire guage
By E. Ogando
I bought two of this 2 years ago... the tool worked very well, I can't complain about that.
Sadly, mine died about a month ago with the "L" error (Power supply depleted) which is covered under warranty "free of charged"... but for a tool that says "5 years warranty" I think 2 years of life is not good enough 'though my father has the other one and it's still working...
If possible I would give it a 3.5 stars rating, taking away one star for dying in less than 50% of the factory warranty time and half a star because sometimes it was a little difficult to gauge some tires without the air escaping (just some times)...
Even if I could send it to the factory (with package freight prepaid) I think it's easier and perhaps cheaper to just buy another two.
Will I buy them?... Yes, It's a good product.
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Moroso 89560 Tire Pressure Gauge, Dial Type, 0-60 psi
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Moroso tire gauges are the air pressure gauge of choice for racers worldwide. Each Moroso tire pressure gauge is individually calibrated for accuracy within 2%. The dial face is easy to read, while the hardened swivel chuck rotates 360° for positive valve stem attachment. And the finger operated air-bleed valve allows you to release pressure quickly for precise settings and to get you back on the track and staged for your next lap.
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Technical Details
- 0-60 psi- 2-5/8" diameter dial face
- 15-1/2" hose with a finger operated air-bleed valve
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By Stephen G. Bernard (New Hampshire)
If I measure the tires on my car 3 times I will get 3 different readings
many times. I'm not sure why.
Compared to other gauges out there I like this the best.
Yes I did order the rubber protector and yes, I think you do need it.
I also agree it should come installed on the gauge. Just like everyone
else has stated.
I'm not sure why the readings change from one measurement to the next
but it's not that big a deal.
By Nicholas Perkins (Minneapolis, MN)
Pros:
-Excellent readability for an analogue device
-No batteries needed
-Very accurate
Cons:
-A little spendy
-Hose is a bit cumbersome to use
-Plastic cover is delicate
Conclusions:
I like this tire gauge a lot. It's easy to read, use, and doesn't need batteries. My only complaints is that I find the hose a little annoying sometimes (it's not very flexible). Also, when you use the air vent the dial is a little inaccurate when it reads the pressure again (usually about 1psi off). Though, this could be because the hose is always flexing against you and can sometimes make you lose your seal on the tire. Furthermore the plastic cover for the gauge can pop-off sometimes, though it can go back on and doesn't seem to affect the readings.
It would be 5 stars if it was either cheaper or a little sturdier.
By Larry in Lafayette (Lafayette, California)
I was tired of tire gauges that weren't accurate or didn't make a good seal, so I read pretty much all the reviews of all the gauges and ended up with the Moroso. It has a good feel, and unlike some reviews, I don't find it flimsy. I did get the rubber cover. It is a pleasure to use: the seal to the valve is tight and immediate, and the pressure is displayed legibly and accurately. I had a lithium digital gauge and this is a huge improvement. Sometimes "old school" is the best!
By Big-D (Lake Havasu City, AZ United States)
I needed a durable and handy flexible tire gauge for checking pressure on my motorcycles. This gauge is very well built and give accurate readings.
By Constant Reader (NY, NY)
The build quality on this is very poor. The cover for the gauge is cheap plastic and comes right off, the housing is very thin metal. Also, the gauge does not seem accurate as there is no "zero" -- instead there is a large area that approximates zero. That does not make this device appear to be very accurate. I returned it.
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