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Skip Y · 08-27-2019, 12:44 PM

I agree with everyone's comment regarding tire condition - don't go far. Also, regarding tire cleaning - 303 (can't remember mfr[sr moment]), also known as 'suntan lotion for plastic and rubber', is the only product Michelin doesn't ban from use on their tires. it gives a nice 'glow' to the tires, not a bright shine. Bob Livingston (ex editor Motorhome mag) did a long term test and feels it reduced sidewall cracking on the CA sun. I use it on tires, slide seals, skylights, roof, etc.

Skip Y
2010 Journey 40TD
WIT 47083, FMCA F263635

Stan&Jacquie · 08-27-2019, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by marjoa

Would you please verify the tire manufacturer and the position of the tire you took the picture of?

thx

Markka... The tire make is Yokohama and the model is RY103. It was the right front steer tire. They are 4 years old with about 25k miles on them. They are wearing nicely and the remaining tires all look good. The faulty tire has been replaced.

Stan&Jacquie · 08-27-2019, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by cavie

check the date code and se how old it really is.

The tires were bought as a complete set in 2015. Their date codes were all 2014.

jarata · 08-27-2019, 02:53 PM

Dont put that tire shine on tires thats what happens,ask yourself is it worth it for your families safety Stan dont do it

marjoa · 08-27-2019, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Stan&Jacquie

Markka... The tire make is Yokohama and the model is RY103. It was the right front steer tire. They are 4 years old with about 25k miles on them. They are wearing nicely and the remaining tires all look good. The faulty tire has been replaced.

WOW, only 4 yrs.old and that happened? And on the right steer! The steers are the most important tires and yeah I agree with others. I would replace both front steers "el pronto" with a fresh set of Toyo's if that was my coach. You can get those for about $800 or so out the door.

Reacher · 08-28-2019, 09:04 AM

In addition to the Standard Limited Warranty coverage, some Yokohama steel-belted radial tires purchased in the continental United States as replacement tires only are warranted for treadwear during a limit of five years (60 months) from the installation date.

Chaffeekid · 09-01-2019, 02:47 PM

Looks like someone might have ran over a curb and the rim cut the tire, possibly. Anyway get it replaced.

rk911 · 09-01-2019, 03:09 PM

nope. too risky

arcaguy · 09-01-2019, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnRR

Agreed no way to guess what it might do in the future.

No guess needed, it will eventually blow. The only question is when. Probably on an rainy night on a two lane road right over the top of a hill 100 miles from anywhere.

Replace the tire.

burglary · 09-01-2019, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Stan&Jacquie

Just saw this and was planning to leave on a 200 mile trip tomorrow. This tire is four years old and has less than 10,000 miles on it. Is it safe to use for a short trip until I can have it looked at/replaced?Attachment 257899

If you have a good tire guy, I’m 99% sure this nothing but a little rubber left over from the mold. This the strongest part of the tire. I have never seen or heard of a tire coming apart in this area except retreads....if you keep track of the date of manufacture you’ll e fine, tread means nothing, all that maters is time and sun, in the normal life of a tire......do you know how to read the date off the tire .?

odinjunior · 09-01-2019, 03:42 PM

After having a perfect looking 5 year old tire blow out and take out my Black Tank, I will never take a chance on any tire. So I say replace it.

cfred · 09-01-2019, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Stan&Jacquie

Just saw this and was planning to leave on a 200 mile trip tomorrow. This tire is four years old and has less than 10,000 miles on it. Is it safe to use for a short trip until I can have it looked at/replaced?Attachment 257899

Wow, That's sad. Do you use tire covers? It's a religion with me using em except for overnite stops as UV's a killer of tires. Happy travels on your new tires.

StageCoachDr · 09-01-2019, 04:10 PM

Not safe! RV tires usually go bad from exposure before they show minimum tread depth. When you get new tires, try using wheel covers when you're parked.