Twotoes Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 I am sure this has been discussed before but I could not find anything. A friend of mine uses 303 on his entire rig. Sides, front and rear cap etc. He even uses it on his tires. Is 303 ok for tires? I have been told that some chemicals are not good on rubber. He does cover them when parked. Quote 2015 Itasca Ellipse 42QD 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Hard Rock Edition 2021 Harley Street Glide Special Fulltimer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreed917 Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 That's what I use. Dave 04 Excel td Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 Do not use petroleum-based, silicone-based, or paint-type products. Personally I use water N soap, which is the only products recommended by tire mfgrs. Quote 2000 Winnebago Ultimate Freedom USQ40JD, ISC 8.3 Cummins 350, Spartan MM Chassis. USA IN 1SG retired;Good Sam Life member,FMCA ." And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country. John F. Kennedy 20 Jan 1961 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 The product 303 is made by Gold Eagle Inc. and in looking at their website they seem to claim it is good for just about everything but even they do not suggest it for tires. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sehc Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 303 markets many different products. They do have a tire and rubber cleaner. They also have a Tire Balm & Uv Protectant. Myself would not use and of these type products. Just soap and water with a brush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twotoes Posted August 28, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 Thanks all for your reply’s Quote 2015 Itasca Ellipse 42QD 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Hard Rock Edition 2021 Harley Street Glide Special Fulltimer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty77_7 Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 I wash with soap and water. Let dry, and then use 303 for my tires. It takes me 10-15 mins to apply, and buying it by the gallon makes it IMO, cheap to add the UV protectant... Best to all, Smitty Quote Be safe, have fun, Smitty 04 CC Allure "RooII" - Our "E" ride for life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted August 30, 2019 Report Share Posted August 30, 2019 On 8/28/2019 at 11:56 PM, Smitty77_7 said: I wash with soap and water. Let dry, and then use 303 for my tires. It takes me 10-15 mins to apply, and buying it by the gallon makes it IMO, cheap to add the UV protectant... Best to all, Smitty Does that permit you to run the tires any longer than the maximum recommendation of 10 years? Quote 2000 Winnebago Ultimate Freedom USQ40JD, ISC 8.3 Cummins 350, Spartan MM Chassis. USA IN 1SG retired;Good Sam Life member,FMCA ." And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country. John F. Kennedy 20 Jan 1961 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 6 hours ago, Ray,IN said: Does that permit you to run the tires any longer than the maximum recommendation of 10 years? NO, but it seems to help keep the tire cracking and checking under control. And I run 6 years MAX... Quote 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...
rynosback Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 On 8/27/2019 at 9:31 PM, Twotoes said: I am sure this has been discussed before but I could not find anything. A friend of mine uses 303 on his entire rig. Sides, front and rear cap etc. He even uses it on his tires. Is 303 ok for tires? I have been told that some chemicals are not good on rubber. He does cover them when parked. I use 303 on tires. The only thing I will use on them. Great stuff! Quote 2015 Ram 3500 RC DRW CTD AISIN 410 rear 2016 Mobile Suites 38RSB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 10 hours ago, Alie&Jim's Carrilite said: NO, but it seems to help keep the tire cracking and checking under control. And I run 6 years MAX... I run the tires on our RVs for 7 years and do not use any kind of tire treatment, other than normal washing and tire covers when parked. I don't recall having seen any tire cracking in at least the last 20 years on any of our RVs. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 18 hours ago, Alie&Jim's Carrilite said: NO, but it seems to help keep the tire cracking and checking under control. And I run 6 years MAX... What brand tires do you run that are cracking that badly in only 6 yrs? Michelin seems to be the major offender. Quote 2000 Winnebago Ultimate Freedom USQ40JD, ISC 8.3 Cummins 350, Spartan MM Chassis. USA IN 1SG retired;Good Sam Life member,FMCA ." And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country. John F. Kennedy 20 Jan 1961 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 26 minutes ago, Ray,IN said: What brand tires do you run that are cracking that badly in only 6 yrs? Michelin seems to be the major offender. On boat trailers I ran Firestone Transforce LT's. They would start checking after 5-6 years. It may have been the combination of salt water, hot tires-cold water, etc. Quote 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...
Smitty77_7 Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 I also run my tires for 6-7 years, depending upon where we are when the DOT is coming up on my choice of changeover. We replaced our Michelin XZE*'s at a few months shy of 7 years of age. No checking or cracking. It's fine for people to not use 303, or use tire covers, or to not use tire covers... It's also fine to have owner's run with ties to age 10. And heck, I've been helping a friend hunt for a used RV. Have ran into two different owners, of lower milage DP's, that have OEM tires. One was a 2003, and the other a 2004... Now those people, IMO, are pushing the odds. And in a blowout situation, it's not always just the person that vehicle that is at risk. So personally, i disagree with running tires of insane age... Me? Again, my choice, I keep my PSI where they belong (Per four corner weights.), I use 303, and I replace at 6-7 years of age. I also run Centramtics on all positions, and still pay to have each wheel balanced too. That is my choice to do:)! Best to all, Smitty Quote Be safe, have fun, Smitty 04 CC Allure "RooII" - Our "E" ride for life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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