Buying Motorhome tyres- which and where from?

Asto replied on 21/03/2017 19:15

Posted on 21/03/2017 19:15

I decided to look at replacing the tyres on my 2011 plate motorhome as although there is still plenty of tread left and no visible sign of cracks, etc. I was aware that the recommended life is between 5-7 years.

The first thing I noticed was that the date stamp on my Continental Vanco tyres was 0708 which I take to mean July 2008. This was a bit of a surprise as it means they are 9 years old, not 6 as I originally thought!

Looking online, there seem to be a few tyres specifically designed for motorhomes, amongst the premium brands are the Continental Vanco Camper range and the Michelin Agilis Camping tyre. These retail at around £120 to £140 per tyre but prices vary. The club has been promoting ATS recently but I found the cheapest online price at Kwikfit with Tyreshopper offering to price match the competition. I haven't yet decided which to go for but I thought I'd share this with members in case anyone has any alternative suggestions?

Amesford replied on 03/09/2021 10:34

Posted on 03/09/2021 10:34

  After being told we would get an extra year out of our tyres by the engineer I was surprised when we had new tyres fitted to our caravan when I saw "made in China" stamped on them in fact worried until the tyre fitter came out with the old ones which were fitted by Swift 6 years earlier and looked as good as new  and pointed out that they were also "made in China"  and not a crack any where  

Lukeledge replied on 13/09/2021 09:51

Posted on 13/09/2021 09:51

Interesting that the Michelin and Continental websites recommend changing tyres at 10 years and suggest checking sidewalks for cracking and changing if severe.

That sounds a reasonable time limit for a tyre, especially the heavier duty van tyres.

I will be fitting all weather van tyres when my current ones need a change as the grip of the Continental CP ones fitted by manufacturer is really poor in damp or slippery conditions, really noticeable when on grass at festivals etc.

I use 65psi as checking axle weights against charts this is plenty of pressure. 80psi would give a terrible ride!

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