I just bought a Safari Trek and the tires have lots of tread and even some nipples. They look new but I see the dry rot cracking on the sidewalls. How do I stop this? I will be driving it daily, but it is in the Texas sun. I am told to use Armoral, then told NEVER to use it. On tire guy say never use any tired shine or protection, and another said use turtle wax UVA/UVB protection. Has anyone used a tire protector that stops the dry rot from spreading over the years? I rotate my tires and want them to last a longtime, since they are EXPENSIVE.I appreciate any help. Happy RVing.

Too late. Tires need to be replaced already if dry rotted.JMHO

Michelins Tire Website has information on there website that can help you! First of all you need to buy tire covers to keep the sun and UV rays off your tires when the coach is not being driven. You can purchase them at Camping World and they are the best tire protector from the sun. Michelins Website on tire care says to use only warm soapy water to clean your tires. Most tire UV protectants use a petroleum base in there products and anything with petroleum base should not be used on rubber surfaces so check the labels on these products to see if there petroleum based. Michelins Tire Care Website says you can drive a tire with UV cracks on the sidewall but, I can't remember the diameter that is allowable your going to have to find that information out yourself on Michelins Tire Website.

I would bite the bullet and put on a new set then keep them covered. I don't like to worry while I'm driving down the road.

On the side wall of the tire there is a DOT date code. What are the last 4 numbers?

Dry rot = replacement. Get out the charge card..............................

Help!! Dry Rot On Tire Sidewalls | Good Sam Community

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jerseyjim
Explorer
Sep 20, 2014
Dry rot = replacement. Get out the charge card..............................
Ivylog
Explorer III
Sep 20, 2014
On the side wall of the tire there is a DOT date code. What are the last 4 numbers?
Mandalay_Parr
Explorer
Sep 20, 2014
I would bite the bullet and put on a new set then keep them covered.
I don't like to worry while I'm driving down the road.
J-Rooster
Explorer
Sep 20, 2014
Michelins Tire Website has information on there website that can help you! First of all you need to buy tire covers to keep the sun and UV rays off your tires when the coach is not being driven. You can purchase them at Camping World and they are the best tire protector from the sun. Michelins Website on tire care says to use only warm soapy water to clean your tires. Most tire UV protectants use a petroleum base in there products and anything with petroleum base should not be used on rubber surfaces so check the labels on these products to see if there petroleum based. Michelins Tire Care Website says you can drive a tire with UV cracks on the sidewall but, I can't remember the diameter that is allowable your going to have to find that information out yourself on Michelins Tire Website.
Turbo_Diesel_Du
Explorer
Sep 20, 2014
Too late. Tires need to be replaced already if dry rotted.JMHO

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