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Well now you are guaranteed to get one, you never tempt the flat tire gods!

 

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So why didn't congress pass a law that all gas stations offer free air with an accurate gauge?

why would they? How is it the gas stations problem if you need air in your tires? There are quite a few that offer free air fill ups but really it is up to the company and shouldn't be any business of Congress. You want an accurate gauge you can pick them up at any auto parts store so why should a company have to invest what could be millions of dollars to build and maintain the equipment so you can save $5 on a gauge?

 

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Please tell me where I can get a decent gauge for 5 dollars.. I spent time today looking for a good one.. I'm willing to spend the money for good one, I just can't find a good one.. Of course, for the record, I really didn't look that hard.. So, any recommendations on a good tire gauge, and where I can find one?

I'd put money on any of the cheap stick type ones you get for a couple of bucks are within 1/4 pound of a $50 pressure gauge. They work exactly the same only one you are paying for a fancy hose and gauge and maybe a bleeder valve. If you feel the need to measure the air in your tires to 1/10 of a pound then yes you will need a very expensive gauge. Try it sometime, you will be surprised how accurate the stick ones are.