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D20 · 08-24-2021, 09:05 AM

https://www.rvia.org/news-insights/f...ket-conference

https://rvsafetyband.com

Newly introduced alternative to Rettrobands.

Since Rettrobands don't come in my size, I thought these might, but still no luck.

Ray,IN · 08-26-2021, 07:52 PM

Run a test; call around to multiple tire shops and ask if they will work with this device. It must be installed after the first bead in on the rim, before the second bead is put on the rim. Many tire shops will not take the time and money to school minimum-wage tire changers on how to mount and remove them.

D20 · 08-30-2021, 12:53 PM

RV Safety Band will be releasing additional sizes next summer.

"The release for final testing of 22.5 x 7.5 and 19.5 x 7.5” is expected on mid 2022."

tnedator · 08-30-2021, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ray,IN

Run a test; call around to multiple tire shops and ask if they will work with this device. It must be installed after the first bead in on the rim, before the second bead is put on the rim. Many tire shops will not take the time and money to school minimum-wage tire changers on how to mount and remove them.

Is that different to how Rettroband is installed?

CountryB · 08-30-2021, 02:17 PM

I think the design (RV Safety Band or Rettroband) is better than the Tyron band, but it's really expensive

RV Safety Band is $1,699 (I think each, as it does not say "a pair"). I would like to have this on my Coach - but not at those prices.

**TonyDi** · 08-30-2021, 02:24 PM

The problem with all these bands (I have Tyron) is finding a tire shop that will work on them. I had to replace a steer tire and I wound up having to buy the removal tool ($375 with shipping). It took forever to find a place to get it changed. I can’t imagine roadside assistance being able to do it.

michaelpatri · 08-30-2021, 02:31 PM

Yes, it is 1699 EACH, according to their website.....WAYYYYYY to much $$$$$ for what it appears to be -- 2 rubber semi-circles with a couple of bolts.