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Wiggisk · 03-16-2011, 04:25 AM

Hi all - I am sorta new to RVing & definitely new to this forum. Have learned sooo much reading all yer back&forths on a variety of subjects. time for a question: we just bought (in december - already made 6 small trips!) an 04 Winnebago Journey 34ft DP. Love love love it. But need to replace all tires cuz 7+yr old. Tires on RV are 255/80 R22.5 Radial Michelins. Called a couple places today and they're telling me there are no substitutes so must go with the michelins. At $557/tire. Ouch!! Is this the true story we're getting? If so fine. We'll have our heart attack - and then buy the tires. But is there any way to use different tires etc etc? Any advise for us newbies? We're 2 women so don't assume we know much. just enough to stay outta trouble!! Hopefully...

HD4Mark · 03-16-2011, 04:38 AM

After a quick search it does look like Michelin might be the only manufacturer of that size. However you may be able to substitute another size. I would check with some other dealers to see. Some may need spacing for the duals. Also here is a link to discounts for FMCA members. It might be worth the membership just for the tires. http://www.irv2.com/forums/f59/miche...ers-83798.html

FleetMan · 03-16-2011, 08:25 AM

Michelin uses tire sizes that are unique to Michelin. The 265/75/22.5 tire made by other tire compaines is almost identical in overall diameter, 38.2" vs. 38.5," and approximately .2" diameter wider. Rev per mile for the 255/80/22.5 is 541, for the 265/75/22.5 - 537 rpm. No speedometer/odometer change or adjustment required.
(These specs are from a Goodyear site but very close to Bridgestone and Continental/General.)

Wiggisk · 03-16-2011, 08:44 AM

Thanks guys! I'll check into all that!!!

Gary RVRoamer · 03-16-2011, 03:15 PM

There is no FMCA discount for Michelin Tires. FMCA and Michelin looked into it, but decided it was not feasible for some reason or another. See the official comment from FMCA National Office here:
Rumor Of A Michelin Tire Discount Program For FMCA Members - FMCA Motorhome Forums

Wiggisk · 03-16-2011, 06:45 PM

Thanks. I called FMCA today and was told basically the same. But makes me feel better to read this link - cuz I always think "hmm maybe I just got a tired rep who didn't know or didn't wanna deal with it." I am however getting a little bit of a deal - I guess Michelin makes "duo?" or "dual?" tires that r the same quality but have some minor blemish so they can't be sold for front tires - but can get for the 4 duals - at about $150 less - per tire if I'm not mistaken. Am getting and having them installed Saturday. Same warranty.