Tires??

[Jeff Miller]

I'm with you on Michelins.

The best tire IMO from Michelin for your coach is not the XZE, it
seems to have increased tread squirm over the XZA series possibly due
to its deeper tread. I have tried many brands, find the XZA2 (XZ2 in
12R size) tires to be the best riding and excellent directional
stability. I don't know the year of your FC, but if later than about
1981 it requires a 16PR tire / LRH. If '78 through mid-'83, it has
7.50" wide rims and requires 11Rx22.5 tires, if mid-'83 or later the
8.25" rims will fit 12" wide tires. If you can install the 12" tires
I recommend doing it at least on the steer axle for the lower
pressure/nicer ride.

I installed BFG's premium steer 11R/LRH tires on one of our coaches a
couple of years ago, made in a Michelin plant in old Michelin X
molds, and was very happy with them. I've used Bridgestone's premium
steer on drive axle, not the ride of the Michelin nor the resale
value, but pretty good tires.

Opinions vary widely on brands, this is my experience/opinion.

- Jeff Miller
in Holland, MI


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "birdshill123"
wrote:
>
> I am considering the purchase of a unit that is going to need
tires.
> The rears for sure. But would probably replace all 6. I havent
checked
> very many dealers but I am getting prices of $435 to $500 plus
mounting
> and taxes. Seems high. Has anyone used other brands with success?
The
> Michelin is designed for motorhomes and 2 dealers recommended the
XZE.
> Many of the others either have a very aggressive tread or are very
> hard. Ride could suffer. If you have used another brand and are
pleased
> could you give me the model and amke of the tire and approxiamte
price.
> If the others are only a few dollars less I would not consider
anything
> but Michelin. Thanks: Bruce
>