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Old 07-06-2011, 01:00 PM
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Found a great deal on a set of tires/rims from a 2008 Shelby GT500. I have a 2007 GT, is this a simple swap? Also, will the TPMS bands in the 08 tires work on my 07? Thanks!
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yup, but you will need to recalibrate the TPMS to your car. Its like a 25 dollar tool.
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The wheels are an easy match. But you'll need to put new bands on the new wheels unless they're already installed. After that, it's simply a matter of swapping out the sensors. Depending on how the work is done, the sensors may or may not require retraining.
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Old 07-07-2011, 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Nuke
The wheels are an easy match. But you'll need to put new bands on the new wheels unless they're already installed. After that, it's simply a matter of swapping out the sensors. Depending on how the work is done, the sensors may or may not require retraining.
The bands are already installed, the tires/wheels were removed with less than 1K miles on them. I'll swap them and then see if the light comes on. If so, I guess I'll have to purchase that tool from AM. Thanks!
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...I guess I'll have to purchase that tool from AM. Thanks!
Check with your Ford dealer or a few tire shops. Some places will do it for free, especially if you're a repeat customer. You may have to make a few calls and you may get no takers. But it's worth trying IMO.

Are you saying the tires/wheels already have the sensors installed? Even so, I'd still call around if you need to have them retrained.
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Old 07-07-2011, 11:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Nuke
Check with your Ford dealer or a few tire shops. Some places will do it for free, especially if you're a repeat customer. You may have to make a few calls and you may get no takers. But it's worth trying IMO.

Are you saying the tires/wheels already have the sensors installed? Even so, I'd still call around if you need to have them retrained.
Yes, the sensors are still installed. The tires/wheels were removed at 500 miles (Super Snake upgrade). Got the complete set for $600!
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