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Old 02-10-2020, 08:34 AM   #1
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Tire Cover Loss prevention

OK, I know Tire Covers are no big deal but they do cost money & I hate losing them. I lost one recently on a windy night. The issue, these %$#@!@ things are difficult to tie up because I have to reach around Dulles to tie them.

I have seen people either not tie them, put bungies around the middle of the tires, (That seems like it would warp on a hot day), go thru crazy antics getting the ties around the tires or just avoid tire covers completely.

Is there a better way??

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Old 02-10-2020, 09:16 AM   #2
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I use a low cost adjustable cargo straps to keep my tires covers in place. I picked up 4-straps for under $10 at Harbor Freight. These are wrapped around each tire with the hooks on the outside, never lost a cover in the storage yard or straps.

I do sometimes use a small piece of pipe (an old fireplace hook will work too) to get the straps around the back of the tires. This way I don't have to lean on the tire to retrieve the straps to wrap around the tire.
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My wife suggested sewing these into the bottom of our tire covers: https://www.amazon.com/Dritz-44345-C...=fsclp_pl_dp_6
I think a larger size would work better though, perhaps I'll buy a bag of shot and make them myself as large as I want.

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A few techniques to help somewhat:


1. Use the awning hook (if you have one) to snag the tie or bungee from behind the tire. A loop near the end of the tie makes it easier to hook.


2. Put a weight on the end of the tie cord so you can toss it across behind the tire more easily


3. Put heavily weighted cords on each side and let the weight hold the ends down (no cord from side to side)


4. Get rid of the tie-down type and get snap-on covers instead.


I don't belong to the cover-your-tires-daily religion but do have a set I use sometimes when parked long term. More to keep hard water spots off than UV protection (my tires last 7-10 years regardless). If you only have to put them on once or twice a year, it's not a big deal.
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I zip tied eight links of a heavy chain to each of the two grommets on the tire covers. Just place the tire cover on the tire and then kick the chains around behind the tire.

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Old 02-10-2020, 09:27 AM   #6
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Properly Fit your Tire Covers

The secret is to get properly fitting tire covers. If they don't fit snugly, you have the wrong size, and they'll be a pain in the butt. My covers stay in through Florida thunderstorms and tropical storm force winds with ZERO extra attachments, bungies or other contraptions. There is nothing worse than trying to attach a bungie around the back of a dirty tire!
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I zip tied eight links of a heavy chain to each of the two grommets on the tire covers. Just place the tire cover on the tire and then kick the chains around behind the tire.



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Yep
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But I’ve used carabiners to store separately from covers when traveling
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Old 02-10-2020, 10:30 AM   #8
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OK, I know Tire Covers are no big deal but they do cost money & I hate losing them. I lost one recently on a windy night. The issue, these %$#@!@ things are difficult to tie up because I have to reach around Dulles to tie them.

I have seen people either not tie them, put bungies around the middle of the tires, (That seems like it would warp on a hot day), go thru crazy antics getting the ties around the tires or just avoid tire covers completely.

Is there a better way??

Thanks to all that reply.

You didn't tell us your application.


Many Class-A have flat shades thet attach to the RV body.


My class-C tire covers have an elastic that goes around the top of the tire. You only need to cover the outside so no need to cover the inner dual.
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The secret is to get properly fitting tire covers. If they don't fit snugly, you have the wrong size, and they'll be a pain in the butt. My covers stay in through Florida thunderstorms and tropical storm force winds with ZERO extra attachments, bungies or other contraptions. There is nothing worse than trying to attach a bungie around the back of a dirty tire!
I agree with e above. I only use tire covers at home when the coach is not in use. I use the white Camco covers that have a pocket at the top that slips over the top of the tire. Mine are snug to put on and I have to work them a little side to side to get them on all the way. We live in California where we have Santa Ana windstorms a few times a year. Mine never budge.

If you're talking about putting them on at a long term campsite, it might be a little more of an issue, but still like the Camco brand.
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I agree with e above. I only use tire covers at home when the coach is not in use. I use the white Camco covers that have a pocket at the top that slips over the top of the tire. Mine are snug to put on and I have to work them a little side to side to get them on all the way. We live in California where we have Santa Ana windstorms a few times a year. Mine never budge.



If you're talking about putting them on at a long term campsite, it might be a little more of an issue, but still like the Camco brand.
X2! If they are a little difficult to get on, they generally won't blow off.
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Yep
Plastic coated as not to rust
But I’ve used carabiners to store separately from covers when traveling
Carabiners are a good idea. When I've got all six tire covers bundled for storage, all that chain is HEAVY. BTW, the kid at Lowes looked a little tuckered out from all the chain cutting. [emoji6]

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Here are the latest in tire covers by Magne Shade, held on by bungees:

https://www.magneshade.com/product/tire-shades/
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I zip tied eight links of a heavy chain to each of the two grommets on the tire covers. Just place the tire cover on the tire and then kick the chains around behind the tire.



Take care,

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This works. I use 6 links. Never lost a cover.
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Old 02-15-2020, 09:50 AM   #14
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Thanks to all the recent post about tire covers.
We decided on the chain method and used rope clips to add 8 links of chain to each tire. It’s quick and easy and I thank all that made such a great suggestion.

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