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JIMNLIN
Jul 29, 2014Explorer III
op says wrote:
Who's not listening???? I am taking in what you guys are saying (at least the ones worth listening too) and doing my due diligence. I do have 6K axles. I have a call into Michenlin and waiting for their RV tire person to get back to me.
Its quite evident your not listening to what our recommendations are to you.
As Me Again mentions answers from Michelin/Bridgestone depends on how your question is phrased will dictate their answers. Like I've said we have been through all this before.
Michelin or Bridgestone doesn't make a LT235/85-16 E tire that will replace a ST E at 3500 lbs. You mention your replacing a ST E tire backs the tire maker into the liability corner so they will say they don't recommend their LT E tire.
Now if you phrase your question like this actual email from a wise trailer owner to Michelin;
Michelin responce
Posted: 12/14/12 12:14am Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator
I sent an email to Michelin for a response regarding using Michelin XPS ribs on my 5th wheel. Here is the question and their response:
Thank you for your email. We welcome the opportunity to serve you.
Due to recent high email volume and some technical issues that we have experienced, please accept our apology for the delay in this response. Your interest in Michelin is certainly appreciated.
In regards to the email you sent stating:
I have a 2006 Montana 5th wheel Trailer that has two 6,000 lb Dexter axles and 4 deluxe aluminum Rims each rated at 3,042 lbs. I would like to install your Michelin XPS® Rib™ LT235/85 R16/E's on this 5th wheel. Will the tires be fully waranteed in this application?
Answer..---------------------------------------------------------------------
We appreciate your request for information regarding the Michelin XPS Rib. The XPS Rib, size LT235/85R16/E, part number 13080 would be a good fitment for your 5th wheel. The tire carries 3042Lbs at 80-psi max pressure. For best pressure recommendation, run at maximum pressure until you can weigh your axles either call or reply to this email for a pressure recommendation.
It is a good application, so there are no warranty issues. Your tires are covered under applicable warranty.
We appreciate your business and thank you for choosing Michelin.
It is our goal to ensure that your issue has been resolved or your question answered to your satisfaction. If we can assist you further, please respond to this email or call us at 1-800-642-4354 (toll free) between 8:00AM and 8:00PM Eastern Time Monday through Friday or between 8:30AM and 4:30PM Eastern Time on Saturday.
Sincerely,
Diana
Consumer Care Department
Certified Michelin Product Expert
PS: It's important that you get all the safety-related materials that come with the purchase of new Michelin passenger and light truck tires. If you did not receive a warranty book, you can download one at www.michelin.com/warranty/. If you did not register your tires, please take a moment to do so at www.michelin.com. Registering your tires is easy and takes just a minute."
Like I mentioned many of us have been through all this before and have had the same questions your asking now.
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