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Tire wear
On 8/10 we Traveled on the 5 from our home in Lomita  (borders Torrance) to Mt. Lassen, about 600 miles. It was a hot long drive.  After a day in Lassen we drove a short distance to make a phone call when I noticed a thumping. We pulled over to discover the passenger side rear outside tire had extreme wear and one area of the tire down to the metal.  We called auto club and they refused  to service-surprise! Eventually found a guy to change the tire and we we drove slowly 60 miles to Les Schwab, Susanville where we discovered both rear passenger side tires  were coming apart.  The other adjacent side appeared perfectly fine.

Some technical notes.  The worn tires were GT Saveros and 4 years old with 20,000 miles.  They were an inexpensive tire, $800.00 for all 6.  They are always covered although the 26' LD MB is stored outside. I always have diligently kept 65 PSI in the front and 80 PSI in the rear. I replaced all 4 rear tires with Toyo, Open Country at Les Schwab in Susanville for $1037.00.   My initial concern was the wear was due to some mechanical issue but after conversations with some RV folks in the campground and Schwab the consensus seems to be just poor tires.  So far all  appears to be well with the new Toyo's at about 700 miles.  The inside passenger side rear tire did seem to feel a little hotter to the touch than the opposite side at a gas stop but this tire is not far from the exhaust pipe so not an identical condition to the opposite adjacent side. 

I Would appreciate any comments form those knowledge able.  I intend to soon to replace the fronts with Toyo Open Country tires.  I also was going to join Good Sam.

Thank you,

Matt
2002 MB
Re: Tire wear
Reply #1 –
Sound like a failure I had 10 years ago.  The plys shift, the tread bunches up, inter ply air bubble and steel showing after 1200 miles of desert I 80.  Lucky it was found before the delamintion phase.
Rodney
1988 Mid Bath
Re: Tire wear
Reply #2 –
With many things in life, you get what you paid for.

Get an infrared thermometer and start checking the tire's temps when you take breaks or stop for gas.
Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer With Laser Targeting
Consider installing heat shields on the exhaust pipe, back near the rear tires.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
 
Re: Tire wear
Reply #3 –
Hi Larry ,

I really like the idea of the heat shield.  Have you success with that?  What do you think of the Toyo Open Country tire.

Much Thanks,

Matt
2002 MB
Re: Tire wear
Reply #5 –
Quote from: Matt Jones  - 
I really like the idea of the heat shield.  Have you success with that?  What do you think of the Toyo Open Country tire.
The heat shields seem to work fine. I'm commited to making another set, so I will post up some photos of them, along with dimensions. It will be a few weeks.
I have no opinion on Toyos, having never used them. Couldn't find a review on Tire Rack either.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: Tire wear
Reply #6 –
We are on our second set of the Toyos. Replaced the first set due to age of the tire, though the condition looked fine. No problems with about 8,000 miles on the new tires. Inflated to Lazy Daze recommendations they ride very nice.

Btw we gave the old set, 8 yrs, a beating on 1000 miles of dirt/washboard roads in Alaska. No issues.
Pete
1994 RB
Re: Tire wear
Reply #7 –
I spoke to a mechanic / maintenance person at the garage in Yosemite Valley (across the street from the Village Store).  He said "Toyo, Open Country is all they buy for there vehicles and is the only thing that holds up". Likely an exaggeration but it made me feel good in the midst of a lot of mountain driving in many different conditions. Have not head any negatives about the tire- so if you know of any please do not share.  Thanks for the comments.  Matt
2002 MB
Re: Tire wear
Reply #8 –
In van forums Toyo Open Country is well thought of as a replacement for OEM tires. I have been interested in them, but can't break with my Michelins. If I did a winter tire changeover I would sure consider Toyos. That's all I know.
Paul
'92 Mid Bath
Re: Tire wear
Reply #9 –
My wife and I are retired and travel about 13,000 miles per year in our RB.  I was talked into Toyo by a dealer at 45,000 miles.  At 25,000 to 30,000 miles on the Toyo's, three of them had tread separation over three months.  I have always run tire monitors and watch the tire pressure closely.  After the third bad tire, I ordered new Michelins dumping the toyos.  The Michelins now have 22,000 miles on them and look good. I will stay with Michelins.

Former 2010 RB owners; now Newmar Baystar