Antennas sticking outa my tires!

[Jolly Roger]

Ok, I haven't installed it in its final configuration yet, so until I do the unit will ride on the transmission hump plugged into the usb outlet until I know it works reliably.
I plugged it in and followed the instructions and it worked! Just like that all my tires are reading 35 psi. Most importantly my scrolling message and flashing light is GONE!
My biggest concern is overall longevity and continuous use of the product. Only time will tell. Ive only driven about 6-7 miles today with it installed and so far so good.
Ill ride with it for a week or two and then Ill install it next to the BCM and out of the way.

 

[Jolly Roger]

Probably about $10 worth of circuit board and electronic components.

2001 Yukon SLT
2012 Yukon Denali XL
2011 Yukon Denali RIP 5/20/18

You're probably right but it takes someone who knows how to build and then program the circuitry not only to transmit a reoccurring 315MHz signal but to transmit one with the correct data packets as well.
$100 bucks hurts, Ill be brewing my own coffee for awhile...

 

[Rocket Man]

Ok, I haven't installed it in its final configuration yet, so until I do the unit will ride on the transmission hump plugged into the usb outlet until I know it works reliably.
I plugged it in and followed the instructions and it worked! Just like that all my tires are reading 35 psi. Most importantly my scrolling message and flashing light is GONE!
My biggest concern is overall longevity and continuous use of the product. Only time will tell. Ive only driven about 6-7 miles today with it installed and so far so good.
Ill ride with it for a week or two and then Ill install it next to the BCM and out of the way.

That’s pretty cool.

 

[Jolly Roger]

Testing..
Took truck for a 10 mile drive without the TPMS delete box. The "Check Tire Monitoring System" light came back on.
Plugged the box back in (without re-pairing) and took it for another spin. The "Check Tire Monitoring System" light went off in a matter of minutes.
This is looking good...

 

[Jolly Roger]

Pictures of the inside of this magic box coming soon. I've asked the seller if I could run it without the internal battery source and he gave me the go ahead. This confirms that the battery isn't needed for retaining any programmed memory, very good news!
Id like to also say this seller has been great to deal with, most of my questions have been answered within a days time, and his E*ay feedback also says allot about his product as well.
Like I mentioned before, I will be using a 12v to micro USB converter so that this unit wont be hogging one of my USB ports Ive got installed in the dash. Id like to install it where it will be accessible but out of the way and out of sight.
...more to come soon!

 

[Jolly Roger]

...and here she is in all her glory, open and exposed.. (now I feel all dirty inside)..
The 3D printing is even more evident, one of the screw barrels fell off when taking out the screws. I would have been more impressed if there was shrink tubing on the exposed wires, but at least there soldered and not just twisted together. Removable battery sled, housing a single rechargeable 16340. Wires are plugged into the back side of the board. PC board actually looks to be well made.
Ive been questioning the use of a 3D printed box until I recently tried purchasing the regular/standard electronic project box from local sources...nope! All gone, not a single box on the shelf due to the China tariffs, and maybe this is why?

 

[wjburken]

Ive been questioning the use of a 3D printed box until I recently tried purchasing the regular/standard electronic project box from local sources...nope! All gone, not a single box on the shelf due to the China tariffs, and maybe this is why?

As an alternative, McMaster-Carr has these. Have used a few for projects and they can be sealed up pretty good.

https://www.mcmaster.com/build-your-own-electrical-enclosures

 

[Jolly Roger]

As an alternative, McMaster-Carr has these. Have used a few for projects and they can be sealed up pretty good.

https://www.mcmaster.com/build-your-own-electrical-enclosures

Bookmarked! and thank you!
I had a spare aluminum box but was afraid to use it in fear that the antenna couldn't transmit through it. I just nabbed a cheapy plastic one off of Amazon...

 

[Jolly Roger]

The board on this is far superior compared to other brands..

Other brands...
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[Rocket Man]

The board on this far superior compared to other brands..
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I didn’t know you had tried other ones- did they work?

 

[Jolly Roger]

I didn’t know you had tried other ones- did they work?

Sorry for the confusion, I haven't tried any other ones. Im just comparing what I have with pictures of ones online.

 

[Rocket Man]

Sorry for the confusion, I haven't tried any other ones. Im just comparing what I have with pictures of ones online.

Oh ok.

 

[Jolly Roger]

UPDATE:
Took the Tahoe for its first long drive since installing the TPMS Delete. 140 mile round trip and within the first 30 miles my "Check Tire System Monitor" message came on. After driving another 5 miles it went back off. This happened once more on the trip back home, I checked the DIC and their was no tire psi readings. After a few miles down the road the light went off and tire psi displayed on the DIC.
The box is riding on the transmission hump only a few feet away from the tpms receiver. Im going to go ahead with my original plan and install the units transmitter and power supply I bought for it in my own box. Im going to install the box closer to the receiver and hope for the best. If this doesn't work, Im out $120 bucks and I officially throw in the towel and buy TPMS sensors.

Pretty bummed out. I bought this TPMS Delete to turn off the light, not turn off the light sometimes. Im pretty sure the seller "rides out" his 14 day return policy by only partly answering questions once every 24 hours. I thought this may be due to a language barrier but Im skeptical. I keep getting answers back like:

"I assume the unit is plugged in at all times when this is happening ? Next time this happens try shacking the unit manually and see if the truck receives the readings and let us know if it works. In the meantime we will check with our technical team to see if anything else can be done."


...yeah dumbass, its plugged in. and no, Im not going for another 140 trip anytime soon so I can try "shacking the unit" while Im driving! If I do, Ill be arriving at your doorstep in Canada, its right next door to me...and we will try this "shacking" thing out together....!!

ummm ok that didnt sound right,..but you get the idea.

Stay tuned.

 

[kbuskill]

UPDATE:
Took the Tahoe for its first long drive since installing the TPMS Delete. 140 mile round trip and within the first 30 miles my "Check Tire System Monitor" message came on. After driving another 5 miles it went back off. This happened once more on the trip back home, I checked the DIC and their was no tire psi readings. After a few miles down the road the light went off and tire psi displayed on the DIC.
The box is riding on the transmission hump only a few feet away from the tpms receiver. Im going to go ahead with my original plan and install the units transmitter and power supply I bought for it in my own box. Im going to install the box closer to the receiver and hope for the best. If this doesn't work, Im out $120 bucks and I officially throw in the towel and buy TPMS sensors.

Pretty bummed out. I bought this TPMS Delete to turn off the light, not turn off the light sometimes. Im pretty sure the seller "rides out" his 14 day return policy by only partly answering questions once every 24 hours. I thought this may be due to a language barrier but Im skeptical. I keep getting answers back like:

"I assume the unit is plugged in at all times when this is happening ? Next time this happens try shacking the unit manually and see if the truck receives the readings and let us know if it works. In the meantime we will check with our technical team to see if anything else can be done."


...yeah dumbass, its plugged in. and no, Im not going for another 140 trip anytime soon so I can try "shacking the unit" while Im driving! If I do, Ill be arriving at your doorstep in Canada, its right next door to me...and we will try this "shacking" thing out together....!!

ummm ok that didnt sound right,..but you get the idea.

Stay tuned.

The TPMS receiver is in the drivers rear quarter panel area... I mentioned this in an earlier post... no where near the transmission tunnel... just FYI

 

[Rocket Man]

UPDATE:
Took the Tahoe for its first long drive since installing the TPMS Delete. 140 mile round trip and within the first 30 miles my "Check Tire System Monitor" message came on. After driving another 5 miles it went back off. This happened once more on the trip back home, I checked the DIC and their was no tire psi readings. After a few miles down the road the light went off and tire psi displayed on the DIC.
The box is riding on the transmission hump only a few feet away from the tpms receiver. Im going to go ahead with my original plan and install the units transmitter and power supply I bought for it in my own box. Im going to install the box closer to the receiver and hope for the best. If this doesn't work, Im out $120 bucks and I officially throw in the towel and buy TPMS sensors.

Pretty bummed out. I bought this TPMS Delete to turn off the light, not turn off the light sometimes. Im pretty sure the seller "rides out" his 14 day return policy by only partly answering questions once every 24 hours. I thought this may be due to a language barrier but Im skeptical. I keep getting answers back like:

"I assume the unit is plugged in at all times when this is happening ? Next time this happens try shacking the unit manually and see if the truck receives the readings and let us know if it works. In the meantime we will check with our technical team to see if anything else can be done."


...yeah dumbass, its plugged in. and no, Im not going for another 140 trip anytime soon so I can try "shacking the unit" while Im driving! If I do, Ill be arriving at your doorstep in Canada, its right next door to me...and we will try this "shacking" thing out together....!!

ummm ok that didnt sound right,..but you get the idea.

Stay tuned.

Dammit that sucks big time. I find it strange that I can’t find any information from anyone using these long-term. I did find some YouTube where guys were having the same problem but there’s very little out there in terms of reviews or actual user experience.

 

[Jolly Roger]

The TPMS receiver is in the drivers rear quarter panel area... I mentioned this in an earlier post... no where near the transmission tunnel... just FYI

I hope youre wrong. lol
This would completly change the way I mounted the box. Do you have a link?

 

[kbuskill]

I hope youre wrong. lol
This would completly change the way I mounted the box. Do you have a link?

Not with me... lol

The TPMS uses the same receiver as the RKE (remote keyless entry).

It is called the RCDLR (Remote Control Door Lock Receiver) module and is mounted in the drivers rear right next to the power lift gate motor if your truck has that.

It's right below the drivers side rear side window... at least that is where it is on my 2008 Burb LTZ.

 

[Jolly Roger]

Not with me... lol

The TPMS uses the same receiver as the RKE (remote keyless entry).

It is called the RCDLR (Remote Control Door Lock Receiver) module and is mounted in the drivers rear right next to the power lift gate motor if your truck has that.

It's right below the drivers side rear side window... at least that is where it is on my 2008 Burb LTZ.

Well poop.
I just installed my box here...

 

[kbuskill]

Well poop.
I just installed my box here...
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I'm not saying that won't work... obviously it's no further away than the front tires... I just figured having it mounted close to the receiver would improve reception.

 

[Jolly Roger]

In case anyone wants to see inside my box..

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