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sharptalk · 08-03-2009, 06:40 PM

I was just told that I need all 8 tires replaced at $200 each. The mechanic said that I might be ok with just the 4 single axles done and leave the old tires on the doubles for now to contain costs. Any thoughts?

Karen

Jim & Susan · 08-03-2009, 07:22 PM

OK, I'll bite. What kind of an Airstream do you have that requires 8 tires?

Jim

biggoofball · 08-03-2009, 09:08 PM

Jim, I too am very curious as to this answer.

and $200/ tire is highway robbery no matter the quantity.

TinShack · 08-03-2009, 09:27 PM

Must be a Moho with a tag axle. A 345?

**azflycaster** · 08-03-2009, 09:38 PM

I agree, a 345 has 8 and they must cost a few bucks to replace.

As far as how many to replace, that's up to you. Are you replacing them because they are worn, cracked or just old. Replacing half now and half later would be easier on the wallet.

BTW, I never met a tire salesman who didn't say I need new tires...

sharptalk · 08-03-2009, 10:31 PM

It is a 345 motor home. It has 8 tires. They are from 2002 and I just bought the 345 in mid-June.

**Action** · 08-04-2009, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by sharptalk

I was just told that I need all 8 tires replaced at $200 each. The mechanic said that I might be ok with just the 4 single axles done and leave the old tires on the doubles for now to contain costs. Any thoughts?

Karen

Karen,

Welcome to the forums. Why are the tires being replaced?
Tread worn done evenly?
Tread orn down unevenly?
Cracks in side wall or tread?
Age?

Your profile shows you are in Scottsdale, need a 2nd opinion?

Action

Bob Thompson · 08-04-2009, 07:52 AM

Well.......that's the price of safety and security! Tires are not the place to be cheap or timid.

TinShack · 08-04-2009, 08:14 AM

Nice looking rig, Karen. It looks like the clear coat is peeling at the roof line (typical) but other than that looks to be in good shape. If it were me and I could swing it, and the tires were definitely in bad shape I would replace all 8. If my budget was was tight and the tires were not too awful, I would consider replacing 4 at a time. Where to draw the line is your call. They are 7 years old depending on how long they sat around before being installed, which is old for a tire. You may consider taking Action up on his offer for a second opinion.

sharptalk · 08-04-2009, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Action

Karen,

Welcome to the forums. Why are the tires being replaced?
Tread worn done evenly?
Tread orn down unevenly?
Cracks in side wall or tread?
Age?

Your profile shows you are in Scottsdale, need a 2nd opinion?

Action

Being replaced due to age and the fact that I want to be safe driving it. I just wondered if $200 a piece was too much and I could take it elsewhere four the final 4?

biggoofball · 08-04-2009, 09:46 AM

Well that's a horse of a different color! My mind did not go to an MH. Boy that one is very nice!! You could check tire prices on line to get a comparison and make sure you are not getting hosed. Those are very large and it's not out of the question they could be $200 per. Heck I paid $150 per for tires on my pick up!

Good luck, and I would take up the offer of a second opinion, too.

**Action** · 08-04-2009, 09:46 AM

7 to 8 year old tires would be in the marginal range. So replacement would not be out of line. I do not know what size tires you have since I have never owned a MoHo. My neighbor has a brand X and he was mumbling something about price being about that when he replaced his recently.

I use Discount tire for most of my fleet. There is Costco, Sams, Big O and the rest. Who are you using?

I would strongly recommend tire covers. I have tire covers on both of my trailers and on a couple of my drivers that I don't use on a daily basis. These covers will buy you a couple of extra years in service. Also keep the inflation up on a regular basis.

Action

vswingfield · 08-04-2009, 09:50 AM

What size are those tires? $200 sounds pretty reasonable nowadays for a large tire.

sharptalk · 08-04-2009, 09:56 AM

I called the mechanic just now and told him to do all 8. He will replace the cracked spare with one of the used 8 and put aside 2 more of the old ones in the best condition for me to store as spares in my storage unit.

The mechanic is Dana Tires in Chandler. They have been in business for over 50 years. Father and son team.

Karen

sharptalk · 08-04-2009, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Action

7 to 8 year old tires would be in the marginal range. So replacement would not be out of line. I do not know what size tires you have since I have never owned a MoHo. My neighbor has a brand X and he was mumbling something about price being about that when he replaced his recently.

I use Discount tire for most of my fleet. There is Costco, Sams, Big O and the rest. Who are you using?

I would strongly recommend tire covers. I have tire covers on both of my trailers and on a couple of my drivers that I don't use on a daily basis. These covers will buy you a couple of extra years in service. Also keep the inflation up on a regular basis.

Action

Hey Action,
Where did you get your tire covers? I will be storing the MH in one of the outside storage lots here in Phoenix. I think there is one at I17 and Pinnacle Peak that is not too bad in fees.

Where are you in Phoenix?

Karen

**Action** · 08-04-2009, 10:47 AM

I live in the Arcadia area near the Scottsdale border.

I bought my covers on Ebay. My boat trailer has had covers for the longest time about 4 years. The bullet and my TV have had covers for about 3 years. I do not drive my TV much so the tires get hit on one side real bad. The other side is shaded from the sun via a very large tree. I notice the difference the most on my TV. It doesn't take much to block the sun's effect. Covers wern't much in costabout $25 for my tire size. And prior to that I was using some old material.

Don't forget to cover the spare. If it hangs on the outside it likely gets hit the hardest. The spare on my TV hangs off the back. After 3 years uncovered it was toast! And I had never used it.

Action

sharptalk · 08-04-2009, 10:53 AM

We are on McCormick Ranch. Hoping to move near the Old Town area next spring. Our store is on Stetson Dr. Scottsdale Pen - The Source for fine pens in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson, & Arizona.

Spare is covered on the MH. The 345 has a built in cover for that.

Karen

**Action** · 08-04-2009, 10:57 AM

When storing your MoHo, keep a 12V tire pump inside. So when you get ready to move it the tires can be filled and you are not driving on low tires.

I am assuming the storage lot will be uncovered. So shades for all of the windows and tire covers are needed to keep the sun damage at bay from the interior. If it will be stored for long periods with out permanent overhead cover you might consider a total RV cover. My neighbor has a 27' MoHo and it is a PITA to install it, however at least that kind of cover will keep the damge down that is seen in your pics.

Action

**Action** · 08-04-2009, 10:59 AM

If you need help with the move I am in the biz.

A buddy of mine bought me a Retro 51 at your store as a gift for me. I will have to swing by some time.

Action