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Archive for November, 2008
tire life
Posted by Frank from Beckley, WV, US on November 24, 2008
The tires on on my 2000 motorhome have been on since new,the tread is very good. I have kept the tires clean,and have used sunblock on the tires. I can find no cracks or any other problems. These tires have appox.32000 miles on them. Are they still safe?
If everything you say is true, the tires are probably safe. I would have them inspected by a tire professional to make sure.
8R19.5 Availability
Posted by Jerom from Columbus, GA, US on November 10, 2008
It seems this size is becoming harder and harder to find - and I’m aware that a lot of people, especially with motorhomes, are converting to a 225/70R19.5. Are the 8R19.5s still manufactured on a regular basis and shops are simply choosing not to stock them since they aren’t asked for as often? Also, the nearest equivalent for converting to metric would be a 225/70R19.5 correct? Although it is an inch shorter and half an inch wider - this is really considered the closest thing to it?
The answers are yes, probably yes, yes and yes. The 8R19.5 size is still made. It is becoming less popular as a replacement tire since most newer vehicles that may have used it before are now 225/70R19.5 or some other size. This size is the closest in dimensions to the 8R19.5.
Front Float Tires
Posted by marv from columbus, OH, US on November 4, 2008
Have fleet use 385/75/22.5 steer, pick up yard scrap, get misc. tread flats and side wall damage, what tire do you recomend? Need HD load of up to 20,000# front axle. Marv
We have a 315/80R22.5 LR-L G287 HSS with DuraSeal that may be just what you need. The load capasity is 10,200 lbs per tire so, your 20,000 lb total front axle load is covered. Biggest issue is that you will need narrower wheels...the 315/80R22.5 requires either a 9.00 or 9.75 rim width. DuraSeal is a built in sealent that will seal punctures up to 1/4 inch in diameter in the reparable tread area of the tire. It will not seal sidewall punctures. You can get lots of information on DuraSeal tires on our website www.goodyear.com