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lensming
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Registered: December 2015
Posts: 13
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Sun April 3, 2016 11:26am
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I am BY NO MEANS a tire expert, but this is what it looks like to me: The concrete may be leaching out the emollients which keep the rubber supple. Also, when tires are allowed to sit for long periods of time in one position, the sidewalls weaken. I had that experience with a motorhome once. That's why mine sits on its leveling jacks when not in use. I also think it would help to put the axle on jack stands so the tires are off the ground when stored. There's nothing wrong with a jack stand supporting the weight of the axle instead of the tire supporting it. Just my two cents. As always, YMMV, and good luck!
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2004 Travel Supreme 38' DS04, Cummins ISC 350
2003 Honda C-RV [Toad 1]
2006 GMC Sierra 1500 [Toad 2]
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lensming
Junior Member
Registered: December 2015
Posts: 13
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Sun April 3, 2016 11:30am
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Forgot to mention: Whether it's my motorhome, one of my boats, or a utility trailer, any time a tire has to sit outside for ANY length of time, it's covered from the sun. Lots of good tire covers available at etrailer.com, and worth the investment. I've gotten 14-20 years out of tires [which people will tell you is insanity] by keeping them indoors when stored and covered when outside.
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2004 Travel Supreme 38' DS04, Cummins ISC 350
2003 Honda C-RV [Toad 1]
2006 GMC Sierra 1500 [Toad 2]
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