RV tires on cement

[14fan]

We are permanent campers and just had a pad poured. What is the best thing to use to put between the tires and Cement? Would those plastic blocks at camping world be strong enough for year round use?
TIA

[bucky]

Darn it, all of these concrete roads will have to be torn up and included in the nuke waste sites. Taxes are sure to go up. 🙂

[larry_barnhart]

We have never let our rv tires sit on concrete or gravel or dirt except when on the road. Always plywood at home in the summer and in Az for the 6 months.
so easy to do and why not has been my thinking.

chevman

[fj12ryder]

"What happens if the concrete isn't dry? 🙂

^^^^^^Haven't got a clue, just put that in there for a CYA. LOL

[HTElectrical]

LONG TERM STORAGE
When tires are in regular use, the heat generated during
operation promotes longevity, as internal chemicals such
as anti-ozone protectant waxes have the opportunity to
warm up and protect the sidewall rubber. When a tire is
fitted to a wheel and put under load, but it is not regularly
used, the tire does not have an opportunity to “exercise”
and will prematurely age.
If a recreational vehicle is not driven regularly, care
must be taken to preserve the remaining life of the tires.
Best practices include:

1. Store the recreational vehicle in a cool, dry,
sealed garage, away from electric generators or
transformers. Do not store in an area where welding
is performed, or in a garage that has frequently used
electric motors.

2. Place a barrier between the tire and the storage
surface. Suitable barriers include plastic, plywood,
cardboard, or rubber floor mats.

3. Before storing the vehicles, thoroughly clean tires
with soap and water.

4. If outdoors, cover tires to block direct sunlight and
ultraviolet rays.

5.Inflate tires to the maximum inflation pressure
indicated on the sidewall.

6. If long term storage exceeds 3 months, consider
taking the recreational vehicle for monthly highway
drives (about one hour of operational time). Driving
the vehicle will give the tires an opportunity to
generate internal heat which will promote long life.
Before removing the vehicle from long term storage,
thoroughly inspect each tire, and restore all tires to the
proper inflation pressure.

[Passin_Thru]

Why would it hurt a battery to store it on concrete. Another wives tale! Snopes.com
if it's permanent, pull the wheels off and sell them.

[D_E_Bishop]

ford truck guy wrote:

D.E.Bishop wrote:
Okay here is a copy of Goodyear's Care and Maintenance of RV Tires;

Storing Your Vehicle Without Removing the Tires

Ideally, a vehicle in storage should be placed on blocks to remove all weight from the tires. If the vehicle cannot be put on blocks, follow these steps for tire protection:
•Completely unload the vehicle so that minimum weight will be placed on the tires
•Inflate tires to recommended operating pressure plus 25%. Ensure that the rim manufacturer’s inflation capacity is not exceeded
•Be sure the storage surface is firm, clean, well drained and reasonably level
•Avoid moving the vehicle during extremely cold weather
•Move the vehicle at least every three months to prevent ozone cracking in the tire bulge area, as well as “flat-spotting” from the prolonged strain of sidewall and tread deflection
•Adjust inflation before putting the vehicle back into service

Somebody else can look up Michelin or whatever.

OK, here-

Thank you for the Michelin guidelines, not much difference that Goodyear's. Well they are "guidelines". In my opinion it leaves it open to the decision of the owner.

[gbopp]

fj12ryder wrote:

Birdnst wrote:
Do you store a good battery on concrete?
Why not?
It as been on tire manufacturer websites.
I will not take the time to do your investigating.

Old wives' tales. Proven time and again, storing batteries on concrete will not damage them, provided the concrete is dry.

What happens if the concrete isn't dry? 🙂

[ScottG]

fj12ryder wrote:

Birdnst wrote:
Do you store a good battery on concrete?
Why not?
It as been on tire manufacturer websites.
I will not take the time to do your investigating.

Old wives' tales. Proven time and again, storing batteries on concrete will not damage them, provided the concrete is dry.

Way back when battery's were made with rubber housings, it could be hard on them to store them on concrete or anything else that would wick moisture.
Simply not an issue anymore.
I just had a new slab poured and I will park my TT on it without worry.

[ford_truck_guy]

D.E.Bishop wrote:
Okay here is a copy of Goodyear's Care and Maintenance of RV Tires;

Storing Your Vehicle Without Removing the Tires

Ideally, a vehicle in storage should be placed on blocks to remove all weight from the tires. If the vehicle cannot be put on blocks, follow these steps for tire protection:
•Completely unload the vehicle so that minimum weight will be placed on the tires
•Inflate tires to recommended operating pressure plus 25%. Ensure that the rim manufacturer’s inflation capacity is not exceeded
•Be sure the storage surface is firm, clean, well drained and reasonably level
•Avoid moving the vehicle during extremely cold weather
•Move the vehicle at least every three months to prevent ozone cracking in the tire bulge area, as well as “flat-spotting” from the prolonged strain of sidewall and tread deflection
•Adjust inflation before putting the vehicle back into service

Somebody else can look up Michelin or whatever.

OK, here-

[fj12ryder]

Birdnst wrote:
Do you store a good battery on concrete?
Why not?
It as been on tire manufacturer websites.
I will not take the time to do your investigating.

Old wives' tales. Proven time and again, storing batteries on concrete will not damage them, provided the concrete is dry.

[D_E_Bishop]

Okay here is a copy of Goodyear's Care and Maintenance of RV Tires;

Storing Your Vehicle Without Removing the Tires

Ideally, a vehicle in storage should be placed on blocks to remove all weight from the tires. If the vehicle cannot be put on blocks, follow these steps for tire protection:
•Completely unload the vehicle so that minimum weight will be placed on the tires
•Inflate tires to recommended operating pressure plus 25%. Ensure that the rim manufacturer’s inflation capacity is not exceeded
•Be sure the storage surface is firm, clean, well drained and reasonably level
•Avoid moving the vehicle during extremely cold weather
•Move the vehicle at least every three months to prevent ozone cracking in the tire bulge area, as well as “flat-spotting” from the prolonged strain of sidewall and tread deflection
•Adjust inflation before putting the vehicle back into service

Somebody else can look up Michelin or whatever.

[garyp4951]

Birdnst wrote:
Even though some people might not understand why,it has always been said that the chemical make up of concrete can react with the chemical make up of tires, and that wood is the best thing to have under your tires.

I keep mine on treated 2x8's, and makes it easier to spray for ants around the tires.

[Edd505]

If I was making it permanent I'd put the trailer on blocks an pull the tires. You could sell them on Craig's list. When it's time to trade get something that holds air and trade it.

[Duke-44]

I would not be worried about the concrete, but about the weight of the trailer on that one place on the tires for several years. If you are going to move it every few months, I would not worry about it at all.

[14fan]

I mean permanent in that we will not be towing it on a regular basis, but probably will trade it in a few years.