RV Tire recommendation

[Bobby Fazio]

My 2003 Winnebago Minnie 24v Class C needs some new tires. I blew a sidewall out on the way back from Charlotte. Wondering if I need all new tires and what load rating, etc. Pulling the 22' enclosed trailer makes the rear of motorhome slouch a little even with the bars on and I hope I'm not too heavy for the tires. Any good ones out there with proper load/speed rating?

[voltdr]

Need more info...

What size are the tires?
What are the current tires load rating?
How old are the tires?
How much weight is on each axle?
Which tire blew out on the motorhome?

Dan

[Bobby Fazio]

LT225/75r16

The current tires are pretty old and this rv probably sat a lot before I bought it. The trailer probably weighs about 7,500 lbs with car and tools in it. Don't really know how much weight is on the axles.

[FED 387]

Some things I've learned about RV's-- no matter how many miles are on the tires CONSIDER replacing them every 4 years or so--- reasons

most motor homes tires are seriously overloaded and under spec'd for the weight they are carrying

the sidewalls tend to reduce in strength because of under inflation, over loading, heat caused by the previous exposure to sunlight, and speed

tires MUST/SHOULD be covered and away from the sunlight when the vehicle is stored this helps prolong the life of the rubber from ozone depletion- you can buy covers like they use on dragsters or something as simple as a sheet of plywood up against the side of the tire will help too

Look into a load range E or G when replacing the tires-- maybe go up in tire size too from say a 225 to a 235 etc. check for tire clearance issues between the tire and body to see how much room is available



Towing anything extra with the RV puts an additional strain on the already seriously overloaded tires


Do some research and you should be able to have an good experience towing with your RV, Good luck FED 387

[SC321X]

I would recommend michelin tires if you join the FMCA Family motor coach association you can get michelin tires at a discount nation wide. As someone else recommended you might go 1 load range heavier to help with the load. going a size larger might change your gear ratio and throw off your speedometer. I switched to the michelin tires and can say that I am very happy with them. you can put this in your for what it's worth category, but that's my recommendation. they are very smooth.
Dave Dahlem S/C & S/G

[sterling simmons jr]

Bobby check the Firestone TransForce Lt225-75-16 that what's on my trailor very good life.

[FED 387]

Whatever brand you go with remember the Revolutions per mile between say a 225 and a 235 tire will only be about 15 rpm and the overall diameter difference i of the 2 tires is about 1/2 inch---plus the load bearing capacity will be greater with a 235 vs 225- not really a whole lot to goof up your speedo reading BUT IT WILL register a slower speed-FED 387

[Mark Ruset]

Go with Michelin XPS Rib, They are rated as an E range tire but are equal to a G rate. They are pricey but in the long run well worth it.

[MR DERBY CITY]

Bobby, when one tire blows, it's a great idea to replace all of them. We sure don't want to lose the Guy that invented the billet shift fingers. I can't wait for your latest product. M.J.

[Bobby Fazio]

Hahaa thanks for the advice guys. Yea I definitely want to replace them all don't worry! That sidewall blast was so loud I thought the driveshaft came up through the floor lol. Don't want to hear that again.