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nykolas
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May 11, 2020

should i raise tires off the ground for long storage

Hi:)

I have a 2008 Everest fifth wheel that I've set up on a piece of land and plan to leave it there for a couple of years at least, using it during the summer time.

Should I raise the fifth wheel so the tires are off the ground?

thanks

nicholas

17 Replies

  • For that length of time I would put the rig on RR ties and get the tires off the ground; or at least take the load off. You might also review the suggestions on the Michelin website: https://www.michelinman.com/storingTires.html
  • nykolas wrote:
    for a couple of years at least


    That's quite a while. I'd elevate them or maybe spin them around every year so a different part is making contact. Also, how old are the tires? It might be time to consider changing them when you do eventually move.

    Aside from the tires, if I were leaving my RV stationary for that long I'd throw it up on the blocks just for my comfort while using it.
  • I no nothing about fifth wheels in regards to tires. But for my MH Goodyear says to use the levelers to reduce weight on the tires and to inflate them 25% more than normal to reduce flat spotting.
  • No. Something between the earth and the tires is somewhat beneficial but also not required. Maybe something like plastic or plywood if on dirt.
  • You probably don’t need to and most don’t but I do for peace of mind when our trailer is parked longer than 2-3 months.
  • do not think so but place something under the tires so they are not on the ground and get tire covers