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Step 1
Decide which kind is best for you. Tire pressure gauges come in several different forms. Pencil gauges are the the most common and cheapest. One downfall is that they require you to switch back and forth between the air compressor and the air pressure gauge. Other types come with a dial or a dial and a hose, and eliminate the need to switch back and forth. Some stores carry digital versions that give a digital reading of your psi. Others are designed to work with an air compressor you might have in your trunk, have at home or use at a gas station.
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Step 2
Find a store that carries the type of tire pressure gauge you want to buy. If you want a pencil tire pressure gauge, you can find them almost anywhere. Gas stations, auto part stores or discount stores with an auto department should carry them. If you want something more advanced, you'll have to stick to auto departments or auto parts stores. Ordering online is also an option if you prefer shopping from home.
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Step 3
Find the correct department of the store, find your tire pressure gauge and pay for it. Enjoy the convenience of being able to check your tire pressure gauge yourself.
Comments
ahoier said
on 12/21/2008 OK, I will say, "I did this" - but do we have any "Pros" who know about tire gauges? lol. I've read that "gas station "gauges aren't accurate" which I can believe....since they're constantly beaten and thrown around, ran over, etc...
Then I've heard pencil gauges are/can be inaccurate too...
So....what's left? Digital?
Then, I read something on "calibrating" a tire gauge...but I don't know...while other sources state don't worry about the gauge, but just be sure you're using the gauge once a month, when the tires are cold (haven't been drive for 3 hours, or over 1 mile).