How long do tires on Class A RV really good for?

[Mustangmike57]

Just purchased a 2016 Jayco Precept 31 UL, tires have 9K on them, and I'm reading they should be replaced at 10K. Seems strange since normal radials are good for 70K? How long are you keeping your tires for? Thanks

[Grumpy]

Originally Posted by Mustangmike57

Just purchased a 2016 Jayco Precept 31 UL, tires have 9K on them, and I'm reading they should be replaced at 10K. Seems strange since normal radials are good for 70K? How long are you keeping your tires for? Thanks

Not based on mileage, but age. Here is what MICHELIN recommends anyway and it should apply to most brands. The full TSB is linked below.


Some recreational vehicle owners may choose
to operate MICHELIN® tires after the tire
warranty expires. For consumers who choose
to operate tires beyond the tire’s warranted
life, Michelin recommends frequent tire
inspections, especially before long trips.
Michelin recommends that any tires, including
spare tires, should be replaced after 10 years of
service, even if they have not reached the legal
wear limit.
For tires that were on an original equipment
vehicle (i.e., acquired by the consumer on a
new vehicle), follow the vehicle manufacturer’s
tire replacement recommendations, when
specified (but not to exceed 10 years).



https://www.michelinb2b.com/wps/b2bc...e_RV_Tires.pdf

[Mustangmike57]

Let me re-phrase the question to, at what mileage or age of the tires on your RV do you replace them?

[Vicr]

The consensus on RV/Motorhome forums is 7 years from date of manufacture.

[EA37TS]

The same as you do with a car except with an RV the age may become a factor tor before mileage related wear.

I have never worn out a set of tire due to miles but I have replaced tires because of age. I never allow motorhome tires to reach their 7 year. I usually replace them in year 6 unless they show age related issues such as sidewall cracking sooner. I do keep my tires covered when the coach is not in use or during multi day stays at campgrounds to minimize the UV impact.

One very important factor is keeping the coach aligned and the tires balanced.

[HJ Rosch]

I have a three year old Alante 31V with Goodyear tires. They are date stamped mid year 2017 and I have 26,000 miles on them. Before storage this fall I stopped by my local Goodyear dealer to have them inspected. Was told at least 25,000 more miles and 5 more years. I will have them checked each fall before storage to be sure.