315/80 vs 12R - was Overweight

[Wayne Kotila]

Hi Ron, what brand of tires do you run on your coach, and are they rv tires?

Wayne, 1985 PT40

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From: ronmarabito2002
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, March 27, 2009 10:29:47 AM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: 315/80 vs 12R - was Overweight

Bruce: I've had Michelin's and could not tell any advantage in handling. Unless they were compared under controlled conditions, I doubt anyone could, unless there was a significant difference in the construction. You might tell the difference in tires specifically designed for RV use as opposed to trucks.

I personally run another brand at a price of less than $500. I have done this for 15 years and never had a tire failure that was not caused by a road hazard.

All this being said, everyone does what makes them feel comfortable. I'd rather buy fuel so I can travel.

R.E. (Ron) Marabito, Dallas, TX 92WB40

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> Ron Marabito:
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> Talking tires is like talking politics. Every one has
an opinion. I dont think an RV'r would install Michelins for read wear. AS you stated we will never wear them out. I just installed 6 Michelin XZE's on our 88FC35. I went for Michelin because they are the best. Better handling for one. You have to be very carefull when buying truck tires for an RV. Some are steer axle only. Some are drive axle only. I look at what the buses in Mexico run and it is Michelin by a long shot. There are cheaper options and I happen to think there is a reason why they spend the extra money. It is one thing to buy a cheap battery. If it fails you get another. Tires are the only thing between you and the road. If it fails....... ......... ...!
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> Bruce
> 1988 FC35
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