Howdy all. I found the current topics of 5th wheel tires interesting and have a question. Is it generally recommended to replace the tires that come on a new 5th wheel with a better brand of tire, or put some miles on them first and take a chance that they'll last a bit before replacing? I would imagine it would depend on what brand came on the 5er, but I have read a few horror stories regarding the new "cheap brand" tires blowing out soon after purchasing, and I was just wondering what your opinions are?
Bulldog
Bill and Linda said
07:34 PM Oct 24, 2011
Another one of those great questions – and the answer usually starts with “It depends.”
It depends on the quality and rating of the tires that come on the rig.However, it is my opinion that you should normally upgrade the load carrying capacity of most factory supplied tires.For example: My rig “requires” “G” range tires.I run “H.”They ride just fine when aired up to recommend tire pressures based on the load on the tire.Not the maximum side wall rated pressure which in the case of my tires is 125 psi. The pressure based on actual weight.
Howard has a long section on upgrading his factory “G” to “H” tires and the reasons for it along with his new role with RVSEF as an official tire and weight guy.I recommend you check it out.Also see this excellent write up by Mark Bruss and associated links on this page.It is well worth the read IMO if you are concerned about this issue.Mark has some excellent information here about tires and related items.
While this isn’t always possible, if it were a new rig I would attempt to make that upgrade a part of the deal.You get (mostly) what you pay for in tires and in the last 4 weeks I have had two experiences, one with a good friend, which substantiated the upgrade decision.
Safe travels
Bill
Bulldog said
08:12 PM Oct 24, 2011
Thank you for the info and the link Bill. Very interesting reading. I figured It would be better to be safe than sorry, especially when there's so much at stake. I'm thinking new tires will be the plan for the new 5er. I'll definitely be trying to get some included with the purchase but if not, I'll buck up and get them anyway. Thanks again.
Bulldog
kb0zke said
12:36 PM Oct 25, 2011
I'm keeping the original Chinese tires on the mpg for another six weeks. By then the warranty will be gone, and I'm free to do whatever I want, and what I want is a pair of GOOD tires, preferably American-made. If I can't get GOOD American-made ones, I'll go to Michelins.
The Bear II said
01:23 PM Oct 25, 2011
It's like trusting the roll of the dice....the tires may hold up or you may have problems.
I had problems with the original tires. I didn't have problems with the 2nd set (Goodyears) and replaced them with the same type Goodyears. This 3rd set had two tires go bad.
I now have Michelin XPS Ribs only because I got a great deal on them. Otherwise I probably would have gone with Kumho brand or Bridgestone.
Bulldog said
03:33 PM Oct 25, 2011
That's another issue I was wondering about - warranty? By taking off the original tires and replacing them with another brand does it affect the warranty on the 5th wheel I wonder? Will have to ask the Bighorn guy. I would imagine it wouldn't, but ya never know. Has anyone else come across this issue by chance?
Bulldog
-- Edited by Bulldog on Friday 28th of October 2011 09:46:30 PM
53 Merc said
05:56 AM Oct 26, 2011
The warranty most always excludes components. Frig, micro, TV, tires etc will have manufacturer's booklets in the RV and they say go to the maker for warranty work.
Howdy all. I found the current topics of 5th wheel tires interesting and have a question. Is it generally recommended to replace the tires that come on a new 5th wheel with a better brand of tire, or put some miles on them first and take a chance that they'll last a bit before replacing? I would imagine it would depend on what brand came on the 5er, but I have read a few horror stories regarding the new "cheap brand" tires blowing out soon after purchasing, and I was just wondering what your opinions are?
Bulldog
Another one of those great questions – and the answer usually starts with “It depends.”
It depends on the quality and rating of the tires that come on the rig. However, it is my opinion that you should normally upgrade the load carrying capacity of most factory supplied tires. For example: My rig “requires” “G” range tires. I run “H.” They ride just fine when aired up to recommend tire pressures based on the load on the tire. Not the maximum side wall rated pressure which in the case of my tires is 125 psi. The pressure based on actual weight.
Howard has a long section on upgrading his factory “G” to “H” tires and the reasons for it along with his new role with RVSEF as an official tire and weight guy. I recommend you check it out. Also see this excellent write up by Mark Bruss and associated links on this page. It is well worth the read IMO if you are concerned about this issue. Mark has some excellent information here about tires and related items.
http://www.dmbruss.com/zFullTimeLifeStyle/FTLS_Tires.htm
While this isn’t always possible, if it were a new rig I would attempt to make that upgrade a part of the deal. You get (mostly) what you pay for in tires and in the last 4 weeks I have had two experiences, one with a good friend, which substantiated the upgrade decision.
Safe travels
Bill
Thank you for the info and the link Bill. Very interesting reading. I figured It would be better to be safe than sorry, especially when there's so much at stake. I'm thinking new tires will be the plan for the new 5er. I'll definitely be trying to get some included with the purchase but if not, I'll buck up and get them anyway. Thanks again.
Bulldog
I had problems with the original tires. I didn't have problems with the 2nd set (Goodyears) and replaced them with the same type Goodyears. This 3rd set had two tires go bad.
I now have Michelin XPS Ribs only because I got a great deal on them. Otherwise I probably would have gone with Kumho brand or Bridgestone.
That's another issue I was wondering about - warranty? By taking off the original tires and replacing them with another brand does it affect the warranty on the 5th wheel I wonder? Will have to ask the Bighorn guy. I would imagine it wouldn't, but ya never know. Has anyone else come across this issue by chance?
Bulldog
-- Edited by Bulldog on Friday 28th of October 2011 09:46:30 PM
Ahh, ok. Thanks 53 merc. That makes sense.
Bulldog