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xwd · 09-07-2013, 06:13 PM

I have a similar Longacre one. If you go on Longacres site you can find a list of refurb/blemish items for a decent discount. They won't sell anything which isn't mechanically sound.

DarkSunrise · 09-07-2013, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by garfull

this guage and a bike pump works for me.

Accu-Gage EZ Air Check and Inflate Tires : Amazon.com : Automotive

I use this as well. Very easy to use and consistent.

kster1 · 09-08-2013, 01:28 AM

I've had this 3.5" Intercomp and 4" Longacre model for maybe 6-7 years. It doesn't look like Intercomp makes a 3.5" version now but both of these have been great. As mentioned by @neurokinetik , the Longacre comes in a cushioned box which makes it great for throwing in a larger box for track day stuff (without it getting damaged).

If you want something precise, check the specs for accuracy. For sizing, I like the 4" but 3.5" works well too.

Hope this helps.

zooki · 09-10-2013, 12:33 AM

I cheated. I work at a chemical plant and I got a nice stainless 3" 0-60 psi gauge, and then had our instrument department calibrate it. I take it back every so often so they can check it and adjust it if necessary....

CSG Mike · 09-10-2013, 12:26 PM

I use a free one from America's Tire.

Mechanical is ultra consistent, and it was free too boot.

I do check it against an "expensive" gauge fairly often to make sure it's still accurate, and it has yet to fail me after a few years.

Wepeel · 09-10-2013, 01:15 PM

I have this one and really like it:
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Accu-Gage-TG75-4X4-Accu-gage/dp/B0006O2RR4/ref=sr_1_15?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1378833003&sr =1-15&keywords=accugage"]Amazon.com: 4X4 Accu-gage: Automotive[/ame]

It can be found in most local auto stores. Very easy to read and the bleed/reset valve is handy.

Definitely check any gauge against a few others. They can be all over the place.

neurokinetik · 09-10-2013, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wepeel

I have this one and really like it:
Amazon.com: 4X4 Accu-gage: Automotive

It can be found in most local auto stores. Very easy to read and the bleed/reset valve is handy.

Definitely check any gauge against a few others. They can be all over the place.

That exact gauge is one of the ones I've had where there can be a 3-5psi variation from gauge to gauge. I supposed it can be ok as long as you ONLY use that one gauge, but if you ever have to borrow one from somebody else, you may find that the readings are quite different. My first one of these died after only a couple of years, too.

Touge Factory · 09-10-2013, 06:09 PM

We use and sell both Intercomp and Longacre air pressure gauges. Never had issues.

Couple things that I feel helps is...
- Swivel chuck
- big easy to read gauge
- pressure hold
- glow in the dark is a nice feature... It was a nice feature to have when we had to check our trailer tire pressure in a dark parking lot. I can imagine this can assist in a dark garage...etc.

the mechanical ones you get at gas stations and what not are ok, but on certain wheels - it's difficult to secure properly.

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xwd Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Drives: 2013 DGM Subaru BRZ (Subie #9) Location: ATL, US Posts: 2,667 Thanks: 123 Thanked 861 Times in 552 Posts Mentioned: 32 Post(s)	I have a similar Longacre one. If you go on Longacres site you can find a list of refurb/blemish items for a decent discount. They won't sell anything which isn't mechanically sound.

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kster1 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: 2013 BRZ Location: Fremont, CA Posts: 316 Thanks: 229 Thanked 212 Times in 121 Posts Mentioned: 16 Post(s)	I've had this 3.5" Intercomp and 4" Longacre model for maybe 6-7 years. It doesn't look like Intercomp makes a 3.5" version now but both of these have been great. As mentioned by @neurokinetik , the Longacre comes in a cushioned box which makes it great for throwing in a larger box for track day stuff (without it getting damaged). If you want something precise, check the specs for accuracy. For sizing, I like the 4" but 3.5" works well too. Hope this helps.

09-10-2013, 12:26 PM	#19
CSG Mike Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: S2000 CR Location: Orange County Posts: 14,564 Thanks: 8,942 Thanked 14,213 Times in 6,856 Posts Mentioned: 970 Post(s)	I use a free one from America's Tire. Mechanical is ultra consistent, and it was free too boot. I do check it against an "expensive" gauge fairly often to make sure it's still accurate, and it has yet to fail me after a few years.

09-10-2013, 01:15 PM	#20
Wepeel Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: '13 BRZ Ltd Location: PA Posts: 458 Thanks: 265 Thanked 230 Times in 117 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s)	I have this one and really like it: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Accu-Gage-TG75-4X4-Accu-gage/dp/B0006O2RR4/ref=sr_1_15?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1378833003&sr =1-15&keywords=accugage"]Amazon.com: 4X4 Accu-gage: Automotive[/ame] It can be found in most local auto stores. Very easy to read and the bleed/reset valve is handy. Definitely check any gauge against a few others. They can be all over the place.

09-10-2013, 06:09 PM	#22
Touge Factory Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: ZN6 Location: Instagram: @TFWorks Posts: 905 Thanks: 197 Thanked 511 Times in 287 Posts Mentioned: 50 Post(s)	We use and sell both Intercomp and Longacre air pressure gauges. Never had issues. Couple things that I feel helps is... - Swivel chuck - big easy to read gauge - pressure hold - glow in the dark is a nice feature... It was a nice feature to have when we had to check our trailer tire pressure in a dark parking lot. I can imagine this can assist in a dark garage...etc. the mechanical ones you get at gas stations and what not are ok, but on certain wheels - it's difficult to secure properly.

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