BMW Mobility Kit

I335 · 02-05-2008, 08:09 PM

Just curious... Those of you who dumped your run flats for regular tires and went with the mobility kit, I'm curious to know what your experience was in actually using it. Did it work OK? Did it ruin the TPMS sensor? Did it fail? Etc...

dr.roro · 02-06-2008, 12:51 AM

Wrong forum, but good question. I'd like to know as well.

Cosmo335i · 02-06-2008, 04:05 AM

they both work good. well on ftm they do from 06 e90's and some 07 e90's not sure about tpms.

I335 · 02-06-2008, 08:34 AM

Sorry about posting this in the wrong forum - my mistake. Feel free to move it...

Anyone else used the mobility kit yet?

HRC · 02-06-2008, 11:01 AM

Since replacing my OEM rims and tires, I've only used the mobility kit to put air in the tires, no flats.

Danny

ohsnap · 02-06-2008, 11:47 AM

curious as well. i picked up the kit a few months ago and in no rush to test it out lol..

omg516 · 02-06-2008, 11:57 AM

So if the M Mobility Kit ruins the TPMS, if you switch to non RFT's and you get a flat, are you pretty much SOL?

ians · 02-06-2008, 12:10 PM

I am curious too... if you get a flat how can you tell where is the hole that leaking the air?

So ne1 carrying a donut in their trunk if running on non-rft? And how can you secure the donut & the jack in the trunk?

shragon · 02-06-2008, 12:23 PM

i have the m mobility kit, but have no used it yet.

Stronie · 02-06-2008, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shragon

i have the m mobility kit, but have no used it yet.

+1 Knock Knock on wood.

Payroll · 02-06-2008, 02:23 PM

I am wondering the same thing. I just got the kit but have not been blessed with the opportunity to use it. I am interested in how well it works and what the driving limitations are.

cipher5 · 02-06-2008, 02:27 PM

Tischer said the BMW kit will not ruin the TPMS sensor. Not sure if that's based on experience.

dr.roro · 02-06-2008, 06:20 PM

At worst, you just have to buy new sensors. Worth it for being able to ride on real non-RFT tires + no spare. It's an emergency go-to option anyway.

I335 · 02-07-2008, 08:36 AM

Bump...

JKratty · 02-07-2008, 09:22 AM

My local BMW tech (non-dealer) told me that those sealants not only ruin the TPMS, but also are impossible to clean out of the tire and I'd have to buy a new tire as well if I ever used one. Frankly I don't believe him. that may have been true 10 years ago when Slime et al were new. At least I hope he's wrong.

But +1 to the original question. Would love to hear from an actual experience with the sealant itself.

bronco · 02-07-2008, 09:56 AM

I have the bad feeling that it will stick to the wheel, tire and TPMS...no real experience with it tho...
I know for sure that years ago I bought one sealant from AutoZone, and used it, and was a PAIN in the rear to clean it off the wheel...

BMW MotorSport · 02-10-2008, 03:07 AM

The kit is designed to work with your wheels and tires. It should not harm/stick to the tires or the sensors.

I335 · 02-15-2008, 10:49 AM

TTT

tryangles · 07-22-2008, 07:31 PM

Bumping this thread as I am also wondering if there is a solid answer on using the mobility kit with TPMS.

col4bin · 07-22-2008, 07:45 PM

I have the mobility kit. if all else fails then I will just call BMW Roadside Assistance. Hopefully I will never need either.

Xiaofeng · 07-28-2008, 02:58 PM

I've been contemplating switching to non-RFT tires as well, but am finding the same problem. I've done quite a bit of searching, but there doesn't seem to be concrete evidence whether the M Mobility kit will damage TPMS sensors or not. BMW themselves say the Mobility kit is not for cars with RFT tires, but it seems some people are ignoring that warning.

From my experience, once that tire goop is pumped into the tires, the tires are no longer repairable by a shop. While I agree that the ~$50 to replace a TPMS sensor is not terribly expensive, when you add that to the price of a non-RFT tire, they seem to come out just as expensive as a RFT tire, don't they?

RobVe · 07-28-2008, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xiaofeng

I've been contemplating switching to non-RFT tires as well, but am finding the same problem. I've done quite a bit of searching, but there doesn't seem to be concrete evidence whether the M Mobility kit will damage TPMS sensors or not. BMW themselves say the Mobility kit is not for cars with RFT tires, but it seems some people are ignoring that warning.

From my experience, once that tire goop is pumped into the tires, the tires are no longer repairable by a shop. While I agree that the ~$50 to replace a TPMS sensor is not terribly expensive, when you add that to the price of a non-RFT tire, they seem to come out just as expensive as a RFT tire, don't they?

I went through all this calculating too. The way I figured it, a RFT is almost 400 bucks. Goodyear F1's (great tire BTW) are about 200. So even if you HAVE to replace the sensor and tire, it's still a lot cheaper. But I don't think the goop necessarily does ruin the tire and sensor.

02-05-2008, 08:09 PM	#1
I335 Brigadier General 126 Rep 4,248 Posts Drives: '08 335i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New England iTrader: (11)	BMW Mobility Kit - Who's used it? Just curious... Those of you who dumped your run flats for regular tires and went with the mobility kit, I'm curious to know what your experience was in actually using it. Did it work OK? Did it ruin the TPMS sensor? Did it fail? Etc...
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

02-06-2008, 12:51 AM	#2
dr.roro Captain 213 Rep 847 Posts Drives: 2025 G05 X5 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (2) Garage List 2025 BMW X5 xDrive40i [0.00]	Wrong forum, but good question. I'd like to know as well.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 04:05 AM	#3
Cosmo335i Private First Class 1 Rep 144 Posts Drives: E92 & E70 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Monterey iTrader: (0)	they both work good. well on ftm they do from 06 e90's and some 07 e90's not sure about tpms. __________________ move to the right
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 08:34 AM	#4
I335 Brigadier General 126 Rep 4,248 Posts Drives: '08 335i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New England iTrader: (11)	Sorry about posting this in the wrong forum - my mistake. Feel free to move it... Anyone else used the mobility kit yet?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 11:01 AM	#5
HRC MAUI BUILT 504 Rep 7,781 Posts Drives: 2006 330i MT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NORCAL iTrader: (10) Garage List 2002 E46 325i [0.00] 2012 E70 35i [0.00]	Since replacing my OEM rims and tires, I've only used the mobility kit to put air in the tires, no flats. Danny __________________ Arctic/Blk Leather/Alum.Trim/MT/ZSP/Sunshades/Blk Lines/M3 Illuminated Knob/Alcantara Performance Wheel/M-E-Brake Handle/Euro Fog Switch/Koni Yellows/H&R Sport Springs/19" VMR V718's w/PS2 Tires/M-Tech Body Kit/Carbon Fiber Spoiler/Bimmian Interior Bulbs/OEM Eye Glass Tray/SSK/Alcantara Boot/Split Armrest/OEM Dual Rear Power Outlets/Rear Ashtray Delete/OEM Alum. Pedals/Osram 6000K/Brex Rings/LED Side Markers/BMS Power Box
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 11:47 AM	#6
ohsnap Lieutenant 27 Rep 582 Posts Drives: 08 E90 AW 335i 6MT Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Seattle iTrader: (6) Garage List 2008 E90 335i [0.00]	curious as well. i picked up the kit a few months ago and in no rush to test it out lol.. __________________ \| M-Tech Kit \| M-Sport Wheel \| M-Sport Shifter & E-Brake \| Blacklines \| JB3 PnP \| BMC Drop-In \| Zeck M-CDV \| MTech H7 \| Luminics HB4 \| LUX 4.0 \| \| 30% Tint \| OEM Alum Pedals \| Matte Black Kidneys \| KW V2 \| H&R Sways \| 18" SSR Type C RS \| Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec \|
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 11:57 AM	#7
omg516 Lieutenant 18 Rep 572 Posts Drives: 07 e90 335i Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (0)	So if the M Mobility Kit ruins the TPMS, if you switch to non RFT's and you get a flat, are you pretty much SOL?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 12:10 PM	#8
ians Major 46 Rep 1,283 Posts Drives: 08 E92 335i 6MT, 04 TSX 6MT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	I am curious too... if you get a flat how can you tell where is the hole that leaking the air? So ne1 carrying a donut in their trunk if running on non-rft? And how can you secure the donut & the jack in the trunk?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 12:23 PM	#9
shragon Moderator 512 Rep 27,440 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (7)	i have the m mobility kit, but have no used it yet. __________________ www.cardomain.com/id/shragon
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 02:23 PM	#11
Payroll Second Lieutenant 8 Rep 230 Posts Drives: '08 e92 335i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: little place called none of your Goddamn business iTrader: (1)	I am wondering the same thing. I just got the kit but have not been blessed with the opportunity to use it. I am interested in how well it works and what the driving limitations are. __________________ 2008 335i \| Space Gray \| Blk & Gray Poplar \| 6 MT, M3 Lip, Painted Reflectors, Huper Optik 30 (35%), V1 Hardwire, Pussy Magnet
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 02:27 PM	#12
cipher5 561 Rep 3,472 Posts Drives: 2020 Donington Grey X3M Comp Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (12)	Tischer said the BMW kit will not ruin the TPMS sensor. Not sure if that's based on experience.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-06-2008, 06:20 PM	#13
dr.roro Captain 213 Rep 847 Posts Drives: 2025 G05 X5 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (2) Garage List 2025 BMW X5 xDrive40i [0.00]	At worst, you just have to buy new sensors. Worth it for being able to ride on real non-RFT tires + no spare. It's an emergency go-to option anyway.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-07-2008, 08:36 AM	#14
I335 Brigadier General 126 Rep 4,248 Posts Drives: '08 335i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New England iTrader: (11)	Bump...
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-07-2008, 09:22 AM	#15
JKratty In Scotch We Trust 0 Rep 76 Posts Drives: '69 Chevelle, E90 335 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: DC iTrader: (0)	My local BMW tech (non-dealer) told me that those sealants not only ruin the TPMS, but also are impossible to clean out of the tire and I'd have to buy a new tire as well if I ever used one. Frankly I don't believe him. that may have been true 10 years ago when Slime et al were new. At least I hope he's wrong. But +1 to the original question. Would love to hear from an actual experience with the sealant itself. __________________ ---------------------------------------------------- E90 335i, black sapphire metallic, terra dakota, PP, SP, 6MT, cold weather, iPod, CA, burl walnut, LeatherZ ZHP shift knob, 19" M5 reps w/ Kumho Ecsta SPT staggered, BMC drop-in, SSTT. Amen.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-07-2008, 09:56 AM	#16
bronco Colonel 76 Rep 2,104 Posts Drives: e92 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	I have the bad feeling that it will stick to the wheel, tire and TPMS...no real experience with it tho... I know for sure that years ago I bought one sealant from AutoZone, and used it, and was a PAIN in the rear to clean it off the wheel... __________________ SaaS - The world of tomorrow is already here...www.saaschronicles.com
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-10-2008, 03:07 AM	#17
BMW MotorSport Banned 104 Rep 2,528 Posts Drives: 95 Avus M3 and 07 E90 Fam Car! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: So Cal, Simi Valley iTrader: (4)	The kit is designed to work with your wheels and tires. It should not harm/stick to the tires or the sensors.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

02-15-2008, 10:49 AM	#18
I335 Brigadier General 126 Rep 4,248 Posts Drives: '08 335i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New England iTrader: (11)	TTT
	Appreciate 0 Quote

07-22-2008, 07:31 PM	#19
tryangles LA Native 14 Rep 294 Posts Drives: 2018 X5 sdrive35i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (5)	Bumping this thread as I am also wondering if there is a solid answer on using the mobility kit with TPMS.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

07-22-2008, 07:45 PM	#20
col4bin First Lieutenant 58 Rep 368 Posts Drives: 2016 M235i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lakewood Ranch, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 e92 335xi [0.00]	I have the mobility kit. if all else fails then I will just call BMW Roadside Assistance. Hopefully I will never need either. __________________ 2016 M235i - Mineral Gray
	Appreciate 0 Quote

07-28-2008, 02:58 PM	#21
Xiaofeng Captain 39 Rep 712 Posts Drives: 2007.5 E90 335xi Montego/Lemon Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Colorado iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 E90 335xi [0.00] 1991 325iX [0.00]	I've been contemplating switching to non-RFT tires as well, but am finding the same problem. I've done quite a bit of searching, but there doesn't seem to be concrete evidence whether the M Mobility kit will damage TPMS sensors or not. BMW themselves say the Mobility kit is not for cars with RFT tires, but it seems some people are ignoring that warning. From my experience, once that tire goop is pumped into the tires, the tires are no longer repairable by a shop. While I agree that the ~$50 to replace a TPMS sensor is not terribly expensive, when you add that to the price of a non-RFT tire, they seem to come out just as expensive as a RFT tire, don't they? __________________
	Appreciate 0 Quote