Padraic Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 Hi Guys, what is your opinion replaces old tires (Need all 10 tires). My Michelin XZA front tires (275/80R22.5) were new in 2005 with RV low mileage, but its high time to replace it due to age. How often you replace these tires? The 8 drive tires were a cheaper brand with size 295/75 R22.5. The front and rear tires are different, should they be the same? What brand do you prefer? I like Michelin, but going to be part-time RVing, so the truck gets even less use than before. Feel like putting Michelin would be a waste. Do you use drive tires same as the steer tires? I was not before but thinking using the same so I can use the rear tire for the front if I need it. Where do you get your tires? I got mine at Flying J Quartsite in 2005. Not sure the world of tires has changed. Can people mail order and has a local shop mount it? Appreciated your response. Volvo VNL610 M11+ 98 10 speed Mountain Aire 40' 5th 2002 Outback Power, 1200 watts Sanyo panels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbo Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 You can use “all position”tires for derives and steers. If there is usable tread, they will give you some credit for the new tires. I have gotten as high as $80. I have an aggressive tread on the drive and steer tires on the front. I found an independent dealer for the steers in Albuquerque and went to Goodyear for the drives. Ron C. 2013 Dynamax Trilogy 3850 D3 2000 Kenworth T2000 Optimus Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 My Steers are Toyo, drives are Goodyear. Michelin’s are great but for the amount we Drive I’m going with a reputable 2nd tier next time. Put Hankook 17.5” on trailer and so far really like them. Have to replace my Toyos this year and may go with the Hankook steers. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beyerjf Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 Tires on the steer can be a different manufacturer with no problems. A truck stop chain is the least likely place to get a good deal. I would use a high volume local tire dealer that sells truck tires only. I would put the money in the steers but would not be afraid to put one of the better known Chinese drive tires on, based on the recommendation of the tire dealer who sells and backs them. Mail order, ala Tire Rack for cars is not practical for something as big and heavy as truck tires, which would have to be delivered motor freight, unlike car tires which UPS delivers for Tire Rack. Quote Jeff Beyer temporarily retired from Trailer Transit 2000 Freightliner Argosy Cabover 2008 Work and Play 34FK Homebase NW Indiana, no longer full time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Finn Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 Hi Padraic, I bought Goodyear Kelly tires at Wingfoot located at a Pilot/Flying J two different locations, Dalton, Ga and Winslow, AZ. In 2013 paid $1500 out the door for 4 drives and a pair of Centramatics. In 2015 paid $756 out the door for 2 steers and a pair of Centramatics. Just happened to catch sales. I also shopped Hancook and Samson tires. Went with the Kellys's because I felt more comfortable with Goodyear. Glad you are getting back on the road. Hope this helps Brad and Cindy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffw Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 I've also got Kelly drive tires. They're the side brand of Goodyear. My mechanic uses the on their fleet and has had good luck with them. 2007 Volvo 780 Volvo D12D, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted January 19, 2018 Report Share Posted January 19, 2018 I have Toyo Steers and Hercules drives. I'm impressed with the way the Hercules are wearing. Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtgeodog Posted January 20, 2018 Report Share Posted January 20, 2018 I am running Yokohama R617 on both steer and drive. So far I have pleased. About 80% the cost of Michelin. ShortyO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyates007 Posted January 20, 2018 Report Share Posted January 20, 2018 I am running Hercules all the way around and have been very happy with them for the past 3 years. They wear very well and were substantially less expensive than the Michelin that I had prior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padraic Posted January 20, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2018 Thanks for all the great inputs. That gave me a good feeling when I start shopping for tires. Volvo VNL610 M11+ 98 10 speed Mountain Aire 40' 5th 2002 Outback Power, 1200 watts Sanyo panels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chief916 Posted January 20, 2018 Report Share Posted January 20, 2018 Check out simple tire.com and check out all the different types of tires and their specs. Then do like beyerjf suggested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclord2002 Posted January 20, 2018 Report Share Posted January 20, 2018 I am running Sailun drives and camper 17.5's and am happy with both. Don't ever tell a soldier that he doesn't understand the cost of war. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan412 Posted January 20, 2018 Report Share Posted January 20, 2018 I would use the same size on tires all the way around. Toyo is a good tire, the company I worked for used them on there fleet. 2011 Volvo D13 485/1750 Eaton 13 Speed 2016 Montana 3820FK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted January 22, 2018 Report Share Posted January 22, 2018 I am doing all new drives this spring. Loves just north of Vegas is the best price I have found at 2800.00 out the door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padraic Posted January 24, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2018 I don't know my drive tire and front has different size. Apparently, it is ok for 10 years. The rear tire is slightly wider than the front with 295mm but less rubber height at 75. My rim must be different from front to back since the width is different. Current front 275/80 R22.5 Drive tires 295/75 R22.5 Volvo VNL610 M11+ 98 10 speed Mountain Aire 40' 5th 2002 Outback Power, 1200 watts Sanyo panels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLghtning Posted January 24, 2018 Report Share Posted January 24, 2018 1 hour ago, Padraic said: I don't know my drive tire and front has different size. Apparently, it is ok for 10 years. The rear tire is slightly wider than the front with 295mm but less rubber height at 75. My rim must be different from front to back since the width is different. Current front 275/80 R22.5 Drive tires 295/75 R22.5 Actually, I think some tire manufactures use slightly different numbers, but they are pretty much the same size. Michelin uses that 275/80 size for some reason. Either way, those are Low Pro 22.5 tire sizes and I wouild imagine the rim sizes are the same. The difference in sidewall height between the two is minimal at best too. Heck my truck has 24.5 low pros on the front and 22.5 low pros on the rear. I plan on changing that when I get tires. Dan (Class of 2017) - 2012 Ram 3500 & 2005 Alpenlite Valhalla 29RK Contact me at rvsolarconsulting.com or Two Wheel Ramblin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLghtning Posted January 24, 2018 Report Share Posted January 24, 2018 Here's the calculator difference between those 2 sizes. - https://www.tacomaworld.com/tirecalc?tires=295-75r22.5-275-80r22.5 Dan (Class of 2017) - 2012 Ram 3500 & 2005 Alpenlite Valhalla 29RK Contact me at rvsolarconsulting.com or Two Wheel Ramblin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostSoul Posted January 24, 2018 Report Share Posted January 24, 2018 I just put Goodyear recap drives on mine. They are new casings with full warrantee. $190 each. I couldn’t see using high dollar virgin for tires that would age out before they wear out especially considering the weight they will haul. Mark & Jackie Visalia, CA USAF Ret 2011 Smart convertible 2014 Trilogy 3650 RE 2004 Volvo VNL780 Cummins ISX 530 13 speed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padraic Posted January 24, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2018 16 hours ago, BlueLghtning said: Here's the calculator difference between those 2 sizes. - https://www.tacomaworld.com/tirecalc?tires=295-75r22.5-275-80r22.5 Wow, thanks. Good info. Volvo VNL610 M11+ 98 10 speed Mountain Aire 40' 5th 2002 Outback Power, 1200 watts Sanyo panels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beemergary Posted January 24, 2018 Report Share Posted January 24, 2018 Good to get a tight tread pattern on drives. I pull a pull hitch trailer and my tires are puting lots of stone dings in front corners of traler. The aluminum corner wraps needed to be allittle wider. No problem with dually pickup with real tight tread pattern. To cheap to buy 8 drives when old look like new. Truck was used in Michigan and tires where meant for winter driving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chooseopen Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 I recently replaced my drives. The old tires were retreads that were both aging out and starting show signs of tread separation. I went with the Aeolus tires from Love's. About $1700 out the door for virgin rubber. These tires get decent reviews from truckers without breaking the bank. Some say they have a short wear life but as RV's our rigs don't see lots of miles I am fine with that. Basically they are new tires at retread prices... 2007 Volvo VNL670, Singled, Air ride hitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbslinde Posted January 30, 2018 Report Share Posted January 30, 2018 I purchased Cooper Roadmaster Drive tires for the race rig this spring and have been very satisfied with the performance. I will be installing Cooper tires on the steer axle this year. Michelin uses their own sizing system for their tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcodger Posted January 30, 2018 Report Share Posted January 30, 2018 I run RY617 closed shoulder on the steer and 108R on the drives. All Yokohama. No more recaps on drives. 2004 Volvo 630 left tandem with 12 speed Freedomline 2014 Sandpiper 35 ROK 42' fifth wheel Western Golf & Country Cart (EZ-GO frame) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padraic Posted February 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2018 Interesting old link on tire brand characteristic, I agreed with him that Michelin when sits, dry rot faster than other as seen on my own steer tire. Learn something new on truck tires from this link, it's about different tire for a different position (axle) of a big rig. Volvo VNL610 M11+ 98 10 speed Mountain Aire 40' 5th 2002 Outback Power, 1200 watts Sanyo panels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talondriver Posted February 2, 2018 Report Share Posted February 2, 2018 I'm getting my 98 Volvo 610 out of 7 years storage and need tires in Phoenix. Need 24". Is that a place you would suggest? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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