Tire decision, Michelin, BFG, or Kumho
After 8 years, it's time to replace my 245-70R-19.5 tires. I got these prices from a reputable local store. They are all out the door including balance and new valve stems. Michelin.................
Forum Discussion
Someone already said it.. Dont buy Chinese motorhome tires. Two years ago I put Coopers made in Arkansas on my motorhome and they are great. I understand that they may have moved this production to China since then. Next purchase wont be Cooper if that's true.
I had a blowout driving on the Chinese tires that were on my rig when I bought it. It went like a grenade and damaged things around the wheel well. Chinese tires aren't a deal in the long run. I will pay more for American tires. I might run something from Asia on the CRV but not the motorhome.
When that tire went I seriously thought DW was having a heart attack. I was just thrilled to still be alive. I hope to never do that again and if it means dropping some coin on decent tires every few years I'll do it or I'll get out of the motorhome hobby.
It's been said, don't try to go cheap on tires for a motorhome. Think of the hours you'll be driving either not worried about the tires or stressing not quite sure they are safe. A calm mind is a good investment.
Personally, I'm not married to a brand. The only question I ask is, "Where are they made?" The only answer I want to hear is: "The USA". This, of course, is just my opinion but, it comes from the school of hard knocks.
If I were doing the TV/TT thing I might feel a little more flexible on this issue but, a blowout on a front tire of a motorhome can be very dangerous. Just not worth it to save a few bucks for me.
I had a blowout driving on the Chinese tires that were on my rig when I bought it. It went like a grenade and damaged things around the wheel well. Chinese tires aren't a deal in the long run. I will pay more for American tires. I might run something from Asia on the CRV but not the motorhome.
When that tire went I seriously thought DW was having a heart attack. I was just thrilled to still be alive. I hope to never do that again and if it means dropping some coin on decent tires every few years I'll do it or I'll get out of the motorhome hobby.
It's been said, don't try to go cheap on tires for a motorhome. Think of the hours you'll be driving either not worried about the tires or stressing not quite sure they are safe. A calm mind is a good investment.
Personally, I'm not married to a brand. The only question I ask is, "Where are they made?" The only answer I want to hear is: "The USA". This, of course, is just my opinion but, it comes from the school of hard knocks.
If I were doing the TV/TT thing I might feel a little more flexible on this issue but, a blowout on a front tire of a motorhome can be very dangerous. Just not worth it to save a few bucks for me.
