Joyce87 Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 So I need new tires...mine are 9 yrs old and need replaced. Both bids I got from Big O and Tire Pro was over $1000 for 6 tires mounted and balanced. Anyone have a cheaper place or source? What tire is everyone running now? I’ve looked on Amazon but am confused as to which ones to buy....radials? All season? One of the quotes was for Yokohama LT185R14 D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 Here are some tires for a reasonable price. As you can see the Yokohama's are the most expensive. Are they better than the others? I don't think so. The most popular tire for the last few years has been the Hankook. https://www.tires-easy.com/tires/185-Blank-14 Yes this would require that you actually lift some tires and put them in your camper to get them installed. Call local independent tire shops or even some gas stations for installation. Installation should be no more than 30 bucks a tire so for a little work you save 400 dollars. Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinjaTurtle Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 I just got 6 Hankooks mounted, balanced, and installed at Discount tire for $640. They even disposed of my old ones for that. I did have to call them ahead of time to order the tires as they do not keep them in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyce87 Posted January 25, 2020 Author Share Posted January 25, 2020 Thank you! I just called Discount Tire about 20 miles from me and they quoted me $760 out the door for Hankook Summer tires (not all terrain) I’ll also look at the tire-easy but by with shipping I bumps the price up. But still cheaper than over $1000! Thank you! And who owns the sweet littleToyota rig in Camp Verde at a covered storage yard??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Shipping is usually free at Tires Easy. Linda S Yeah just checked. No shipping charges to your location and total for 6 Hankooks comes to $465 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nam Posted January 27, 2020 Share Posted January 27, 2020 Those Hankooks tires are great! we love them; there is another Chinese brand which is cheaper but I didn't trust those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphinthedesert Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I just got a new front tires from Les Schwab. The four in rear were replaced by the previous owners not too long before I bought it. The two I got came out to less than $200 after disposal fees and balancing, so I can't imagine it costing more than $600-700 for all 6. Great part about Les Schwab is their 30-70,000 mile warranty that come with each new tire, depending on the model. I have heard the warranty may be contingent on getting an alignment in their shop. They will air them up for you anytime you stop in, which is great, since I find airing up my tires to be one of the simplest, yet one of my least favorite chores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 13 hours ago, dolphinthedesert said: I just got a new front tires from Le Schwab. The four in rear were replaced by the previous owners not too long before I bought it. The two I got came out to less than $200 after disposal fees and balancing, so I can't imagine it costing more than $600-700 for all 6. Great part about Le Schwab is their 30-70,000 mile warranty that come with each new tire, depending on the model. I have heard the warranty may be contingent on getting an alignment in their shop. They will air them up for you anytime you stop in, which is great, since I find airing up my tires to be one of the simplest, yet one of my least favorite chores. Exactly what tires did you get at a chain store for that price. I know they used to carry Thunderer Ranger but what are they offering now. Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 The Thunderer R101 seemed to be the only tire they kept in stock. No sign of them that I found on their site just now. But:- https://simpletire.com/thunderer-185-r14c-th0304-tires Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 That's why I asked. If they are offering a similar tire, I would like to know what it is. Lots of Les Schwab's, they do have good service but I'm not going to send someone there unless I know what they are getting. Sounds too cheap to me. Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 I did my usual 'Vehicle Search' on their site (1986 VW Vanagon) and it came back with a 185/75R14 tire. No bueno for us. Maybe they realized that they were selling so few of the 185R14 tires that it wasn't worth stocking them any more. Especially as people seem to be becoming more reluctant accepting tires that have been sitting on a shelf for a year or two. I suppose you could ask them if they can still be special ordered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 I sent desertdolphin a message. Now I'm worried they sold him the wrong tires Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Their (LS) recommendation is rated (89) for only 1279lb @ ?psi. 4 ply rating! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpanzar Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 I like these from Specialty Tires of America STA Super Traxion E78-14LT http://toyotamotorhome.org/forums/index.php?/topic/11293-all-terrain-tires-for-stock-sunrader-wheels/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphinthedesert Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 To determine the right tire for your rig you divide the weight you expect to carry by number of tires. I have a dually, so if the weight of my RV was 6000, each of my 6 tires would need to safely support 1000lbs. Think of it like the game stiff as a board, light as a feather. Weight distribution amongst more than one support means less weight each support must carry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 16 minutes ago, dolphinthedesert said: To determine the right tire for your rig you divide the weight you expect to carry by number of tires. I have a dually, so if the weight of my RV was 6000, each of my 6 tires would need to safely support 1000lbs. Think of it like the game stiff as a board, light as a feather. Weight distribution amongst more than one support means less weight each support must carry! I'm not quite sure where you're going with this. Are you trying to say your motorhome is OK with tires smaller than Ford fits to a Focus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 That is ridiculous. My factory dually one year newer than yours has a tag from Toyota on it saying I need 185R14 tire with a load max of 1800 plus lbs. So you know better than Toyota what our rigs need? I think not. Do you even have a full float axle on your rig? Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fred heath Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 (edited) Considering 2/3 to 3/4 of your total vehicle weight rests over the rear axle, your thinking process is flawed. Have fun with your choice of tires. Be sure to secure good roadside service so when those babies POP you’ll have a ride back home. Don’t forget to factor in potentially loosing one tire on a duel rear wheel. And compression load when you hit a bump or go over a pothole. The manufacturer knows what load ratings your vehicle needs. Edited February 14, 2020 by fred heath Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 1 hour ago, fred heath said: Considering 2/3 to 3/4 of your total vehicle weight rests over the rear axle ... The GAWRs reflect ~1/3 front and ~2/3 rear weight distribution. People who actually weigh their 'homes and post the results usually mirror this. The most extreme 'abuse' I've come across is this poor 18' Sunrader! Rear axle GAWR for this year C&C would be ~2900 lb. NOT 4680 lb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 17 hours ago, dolphinthedesert said: Think of it like the game stiff as a board, light as a feather. Never heard of it. Thanks to Google:- http://www.the13thfloor.tv/2016/01/20/light-as-a-feather-stiff-as-a-board-how-to-play-and-why-it-really-does-work/ Not really a conventional way to select tires! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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