Hankook or Firestone 22.5????

[RV-1_2n-FUN]

Have to put 6 new tires on. Which brand say you wise men and women????

Size 255/70R-22.5 from on now Mich. 235/80-R22.5
Thank you

[blangen]

RV-1/2n-FUN wrote:
Thanks for the feed back.

235/80R-22.5 is a Michelin size and story from 2 tire guys is that as of right now the run is going to new MH production and not sure when they would become available. Thought current tires would do for a while but seeing cracks now and trip is next week so need the new ones pronto.

As Cloud Dancer said, check with the Family Motor Coach Association. Fleet pricing and, because they suggest you deal with tire dealers that cater to fleet, I'm guessing they may have better availability than the two tire guys you spoke with. Even if you are not yet a member of FMCA, the 50 bucks to join will be money well spent to save hundreds. There are some hoops to jump through... you join FMCA, register your credit card with them, find the tire dealer, get quote, get tires put on, FMCA runs your credit card. Pay attention to the explicit directions from FMCA. Here's where to start: FMCA Michelin Tire Advantage

[ernie1]

Irregardless of which tire brand you think is best, also consider the reputation and integrity of the company involved. I had a very painful,long and protracted tire issue with the Hancrook Tire company and was jerked around by the Ford dealer who sold them and the west coast Hancrook rep in, I believe, Long Beach, CA. I will never, ever own Hancrook tires again. If I owned Michelin tires the problem would have been resolved a lot sooner.

I own a class b rv which came with Hancrooks and others who own these tires have seen them come apart repeatedly.

[RV-1_2n-FUN]

Thanks for the feed back.

235/80R-22.5 is a Michelin size and story from 2 tire guys is that as of right now the run is going to new MH production and not sure when they would become available. Thought current tires would do for a while but seeing cracks now and trip is next week so need the new ones pronto.

[Cloud_Dancer]

For many years, I've been satisfied with Michelin on all my vehicles (and trailers). However, the current prices are so high that I started researching a possible alternate brand. Long story short, I didn't find satisfaction. EXCEPT, that I discovered that being a member of FMCA, I qualify for the FMCA/Michelin Advantage program. The discount is significant, and have decided to go with it.
I recommend that you call FMCA and check it out.

[donnie_d]

I put 275x70x22.5 on mine 2 yrs ago and am well satisfied. These replaced 255x70x22.5

[The_Texan]

ken white wrote:
Probably be better if this was posted in the Tow Vehicle Section...

Hey Ken, since when did they start putting 22.5 tires on a tow vehicle?

[rkentzel]

Neighbor put Hankook tires on his motor home last month before a trip and he is satisfied with them. You see them on a lot of rigs around here.

[Tireman9]

August 21, 2012 I did a post on my blog on how to select the "Best Tire" for your application. You might want to review the post.

[thgoodman]

Don't know what you're driving but for this exercise, let's assume a motor home. I prefer Hankook but I can't get them in my size so my advice isn't 1st hand. Just a few things to look out for:

1) Regardless of what tires are on your MH now, weigh it again with it loaded up the way you travel (fuel, cargo, water, etc,) Weighing each wheel position is best but weighing each axle will work.

2) Check the load rating on the tires (remember, duals are different then single but not by 2X). Make sure they are rated to carry the loads you travel with.

3) Check the tire specs for rim size and spacing between each tire in the duel set. If you are going to use your old wheels, mske sure they are the correct size.

[ken_white]

Probably be better if this was posted in the Tow Vehicle Section...

[blangen]

Hard to beat the Michelin XZA2 Energy.