Posted: Sep 15 2007 at 10:50am | IP Logged

 I have a 2007 frontier se (with 4WD) I put 20x9.5" Rims on it. Now i know the TPMS is suppose to have the monitors in the tires like the stock rims. BUT...my aftermarket rims dont. Now wen i get on the highway, between 45-60 I hear this LOUD hum. No its not the tires, yes im shure. Would this have anything to do with the TPMS?

Posted: Sep 15 2007 at 4:33pm | IP Logged

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Beantown Brawla;

Welcome to the group!

I agree rippdogg13 is saying and would like to say it another way.

... Tall wheels with low profile tires have one advantage over the smaller wheels with high profile tires and that is a little more lateral stability in high speed maneuvering.

... High profile tires like a 32 inch tire on a 15 inch wheel have a far superior spring rate for better ride comfort, better traction on trails, and ‘aired down’ can prevent getting stuck in dry sand. Another big plus for high profile tires is much less damage to tires and wheels on roads with pot-holes and debris. As a whole 15 inch tires and wheels cost less for the same overall size.

... All Terrain treads will add a humm to the noise level. Mud Terrain treads add a bit of a roar. And the truly aggressive treads howl and in most cases will vibrate your seat!

My 1934 Plymouth was equipped with  17 inch wheels and low profile tires… we’ve come a long way…

Enjoy the ride! And

It would be nice if our members would add their vehicle information to their signature (similar to mine) plus add their City and State . A member in the same town might be willing to drop by and help you with a problem. Or drink all your beer!