new class a wrote:
Tire replacement on Class A Goodyear or Michelin
I'm told its time to replace the tires on my 2007 38 ft Fleetwood Expedition even though there is only 18000 miles on the Goodyear G670 RV 225/70R22.5 on the rig. I have several questions I am considering changing to Michelin Tires since the out the door price for all 6 is $1000 cheaper than the Goodyear along with the fact a few of my friends say the ride on the Michelins is much smoother. Is the Michelin tire as reliable as the goodyear and will it work on my rig.I have read a couple of other forums where there was concern for the early year Michelins but found nothing very current. I am going to be heading to Yellowstone in June and do not want to take a chance on the old tires for the 40000 mile trip. Thanks for any help.
You didn't give the tire DOT manufacture date, but I'm still a 10 yr guy like Michelin as long as the tires can pass inspection and if from a professional, not someone who's trying to sell you new tires. However, to each his own on that theory and if you are changing them, then I would recommend that you stay away from GY, as they wear quick if you put any miles on them at all and they are also susceptible to rivering. In fact mine were even cupped. I just put 4 Hercules on for the duallies and this summer should tell the story on these Chinese cheapo's with the trip we have planned. Just can't believe that there can be that much difference in tires if they have to meet DOT standards and feel that in many cases, you're paying for just a name.
