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pweekly
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May 18, 2016

Could 10 year tires really be safe?

Hi all. We have a MH with tires that are original. Manufactured in 2005 (the tires). We have taken it to get new tires now twice at the local truck/tire center and while I'm sure they would have loved to sell us tires, they keep inspecting them and telling us that they look great. The RV is stored indoors, level and is only used a couple of times per year. So, no sun/ozone on them nor extreme temps. We don't see any cracks or bulges in the sidewalls but since we are taking it to Florida in a month, I don't want to be completely stupid. Could they be ok? Thanks.
Trish
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  • Two_Jayhawks's avatar
    Two_Jayhawks
    Explorer
    May 18, 2016
    Hi Trish
    Opinions on this will vary. My opinion is yes I would replace ten year old tires.
  • Mr_Mark1's avatar
    Mr_Mark1
    Explorer
    May 18, 2016
    Trish and Tom, this is what I've always been told by tire guys..... Letting tires sit is not good because the emollients in the tires never get heated to circulate through the rubber.

    The only true way to inspect a tire is to remove it from the rim. Looking at the exterior of the tire is only 'half' the story. Looking at the condition of the inside of the tire is the most important.

    I would buy new tires. It's not worth the risk of damage to the coach and components.

    MM.
  • smlranger's avatar
    smlranger
    Explorer
    May 18, 2016
    Just my opinion but I would replace the tires. While it seems possible that they may be fine since the coach lives indoors, there is just no way I would travel in a motorhome on 10 year old tires.

    The question for me would be how much of a risk am I willing to take to save some money?

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