class a motorhomes

machunt wrote:
willard very good info, just what i was looking for, just for giggles price of tires for each size?

That, varies a LOT based on brand, profile, etc. No matter what numbers I throw out, somebody will disagree and say they can be had cheaper, so I'm almost afraid to answer that.

I'll just say, that you can figure on 22" tires costing on average, around $100 more each, than comparable 19.5" tires would.

my concern was like with travel trailers, 5th wheels they come with the cheapest tires on earth, was wondering if its the same with class A?

No, that's one good thing about Motorhomes. You don't have to worry about the tires self-destructing like trailer tires are notorious for doing. Having owned RV trailers for years before this, I will say that is one very welcome change with the Motorhome, not having to worry about tires disintegrating anymore like trailer tires are known to do.

As long as you take care of them, keep them inflated properly, don't overload them, etc....Motorhome tires are good for 6-7 years. As already said, these tires typically age out, they don't wear out.

Now, when you DO have to replace Motorhome tires, whether its 19.5" tires or 22" tires....Be prepared to dig deep into the ol' bank account. You'll spend a good 2 or 3k on a set of (6) Motorhome tires.

Will

Yes, unless you buy one of the better brands - Tiffin, Winnebago, Newmar.

Yes, the 22" tires cost more but it is also highly unlikely that you will actually wear them out. More like they will age out (should be replaced at 6-7 years of age).

willard very good info, just what i was looking for, just for giggles price of tires for each size?

my concern was like with travel trailers, 5th wheels they come with the cheapest tires on earth, was wondering if its the same with class A?

Well, like already said, for 2011 or newer, your only choice for Chassis is Ford (F53), assuming you want gas.

As to the question of smaller or larger tires: Yes, some larger Class A gassers have the big 22" tires, while some will have the smaller 19.5" tires. As to pros and cons:

22" tires will ride better, and be a little less 'squishy'. That, and they typically will have a little more weight allowance.

However, the disadvantage to the larger tires is that they are a good bit more expensive when it comes time to replace them. Also, if you are one that choses to carry a spare tire and wants to be able to change it yourself...Unless you're in really good shape (body builder almost), this is MUCH more difficult, almost impossible, with 22" tires. Much, much easier to do with 19.5" tires. If you are one that maintains your tire pressures yourself, doing so with the 22" tires can be a bit more expensive, due to the fact they require more PSI, hence (possibly) a bigger air compressor.

Anyway, hope this answers your question.

And to add confusion, some manufacturers will cut down the chassis to fit their requirements.

The Ford F53 chassis currently used by all gas coach manufacturers comes in several wheel base lengths and weight capacities.


F-53 Class A Motorhome

smaller wheels, my 1999 chassis had the larger 19s, was thinking of getting a unit with larger wheels than that until I priced replacements.
bumpy

Yes Workhorse with the Chevy eng and Allison transmission stopped making MH chassis about that time frame.

yes we are looking 2011 and newer, is there only 1 choice in chasis size.

The Ford chassis is the Triton V-10. What year are you looking at. If 2011 or newer all gas chassis will be the Ford.