Replacing tires March 17, 2019, 10:51:16 am I know from years of following this fantastic group of participants that regardless of mileage, tires should be replaced every six (6) years. Wondering from folks smarter than me, does that still hold true if the rig has been stored indoors virtually 100% of the time when not used on vacation and long weekend trips?TIA!Bill
Re: Replacing tires Reply #1 – March 17, 2019, 11:32:53 am "...the rig has been stored indoors virtually 100% of the time..."The sun is not your friend in this case! If, as you say, the RV has been protected from sunlight you may be able to stretch the time-out for another two to three years. If the tires are a good quality to begin with and you have also used tire covers while camping it should be okay. I would highly recommend that you keep a close eye out for sidewall checking... that is a sure indicator of old age.
Re: Replacing tires Reply #2 – March 17, 2019, 11:40:49 am Steve - that's exactly what I meant...it has been out of the sun....sorry if I was unclear.....I'm probably going to replace anyways since I'm still working but headed quickly to retirement so thinking I'll pull the trigger while still employed..thanks for responding
Re: Replacing tires Reply #3 – March 18, 2019, 09:45:18 am If the covered Storage let sunlight in daily , I would go with the six year rule. My pneumatic model airplane tires rotted after 6 years of sun exposure in the garage. 1 Likes
Re: Replacing tires Reply #4 – March 19, 2019, 12:49:31 pm Quote from: rodneyhelfrich - March 18, 2019, 09:45:18 amIf the covered Storage let sunlight in daily , I would go with the six year rule. My pneumatic model airplane tires rotted after 6 years of sun exposure in the garage.Tires can rot sitting in a warehouse, you may eliminate sunlight damage but oxygen and ozone will continue to do their work on oxidizing the rubber compounds.The six year rule is one I stick too, no matter how the rig is stored. Michelin warranties end at six years, I suspect they know more than us.If the LD was stored in a dark, sealed chamber, filled with 100% nitrogen, the tires could last for many years.Larry 2 Likes
Re: Replacing tires Reply #5 – March 19, 2019, 12:53:23 pm "If the LD was stored in a dark, sealed chamber, filled with 100% nitrogen, the tires could last for many years."----Hmmmm, wonder if that would work for me!? 2 Likes
Re: Replacing tires Reply #6 – March 19, 2019, 01:00:20 pm Quote from: Joan - March 19, 2019, 12:53:23 pm"If the LD was stored in a dark, sealed chamber, filled with 100% nitrogen, the tires could last for many years."----Hmmmm, wonder if that would work for me!? Probably not, humans like to oxidize to stay happy...and alive.Happily oxidizing .Larry
Re: Replacing tires Reply #7 – March 19, 2019, 01:43:29 pm Quote from: Larry W - March 19, 2019, 12:49:31 pmIf the LD was stored in a dark, sealed chamber, filled with 100% nitrogen, the tires could last for many years.LarryI'm guessing it would be hard to drive but with some mods I'm sure it's doable. glen
Re: Replacing tires Reply #8 – March 19, 2019, 06:29:28 pm Quote from: colddog - March 19, 2019, 01:43:29 pmI'm guessing it would be hard to drive but with some mods I'm sure it's doable. The critical word is 'stored'.Thinking about it, an oxygen mask, and supply, would be handy for driving thought the summer time wildfire smoke that has become the new normal in the PNW.Larry
Re: Replacing tires Reply #10 – March 20, 2019, 11:46:53 am Another diesel pusher with bad gas mileage. At least the roof shouldn't leak, and no wood rot! No tires to rot away either! I bet no one would try to hit you on the freeway, or cut you off. Not sure about the kitchen or bathroom though. RonB 5 Likes
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