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12-29-2016, 01:18 PM
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Number of miles before purchasing new tires
2014 Dutchstar with 17,000 miles, when do we start considering new tires?
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12-29-2016, 01:22 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bkjkranch
2014 Dutchstar with 17,000 miles, when do we start considering new tires?
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When the tread is worn. Probably less than 1/8" or so. Or when the tires are between 7-10 years old (the tires, not the RV). For most RVers, the age drives replacement before the wear.
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12-29-2016, 01:26 PM
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Miles are normally not what dictates tire replacement on an RV. Age is the primary factor. Attached is a link to a bulletin from Michelin with respect to RV tire service life. Regardless of the make of your tires, it will provide you with a good answer to your question. From the Horses Mouth, so to speak. 
https://www.michelinb2b.com/wps/b2bc..._Motorhome.pdf
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12-29-2016, 01:27 PM
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Two ways to decide....
1. Most RV tires are replaced by how old the tires are. Do you know when your tires were made? There is a date code on the sidewall....it's different than the RV itself.
2. Mileage and air pressure. Are your treadwear indicator bars showing?
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12-29-2016, 02:05 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FlyingDiver
When the tread is worn. Probably less than 1/8" or so. Or when the tires are between 7-10 years old (the tires, not the RV). For most RVers, the age drives replacement before the wear.
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This.
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12-29-2016, 03:31 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FlyingDiver
When the tread is worn. Probably less than 1/8" or so. Or when the tires are between 7-10 years old (the tires, not the RV). For most RVers, the age drives replacement before the wear.
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Spot on! 
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12-29-2016, 05:59 PM
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Newmar Owners Club Ford Super Duty Owner
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Buying used you don't REALLY know the history (proper inflation and regular checking, pressure related to 4 corner weights etc). Anything past 5 years of the DOT date is uncertain times. I went 6 years and I couldn't stand the thought my tires might not be as good as they looked. Just put new ones on in June and they were May 2016 tires. I know I will get at least 6 years worry free travel no matter the miles because I will care for them as intended. I am a full-timer and this is my home--I can't afford to lose my home because of a tire I am not confident in.
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12-30-2016, 07:34 PM
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12-30-2016, 08:06 PM
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The first thing I did when we bought our coach was drive to a nearby place to get new tires (Toyo M144). Peace of mind cannot be overrated.
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12-31-2016, 02:41 AM
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I agree with the comments regarding about 5-6 years of age if you don't know the history of the tires. If you put them on and know they have had proper inflation and care then 7-8 years. This from the date codes on each tire.
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