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On the Road
Tire Size
To maintain tire safety, purchase new tires that are the same size as the RVs original tire size, or another
size recommended by the manufacturer. Refer to the 'Tire and Loading Information' label or the sidewall
of the tire you are replacing to find the correct size. If you have any doubt about the correct size to
choose, consult with your tire dealer or Outdoors RV Mfg.
Tire Tread
The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevents your RV from slipping or sliding,
especially when the road is wet or icy. In general, tires are not safe and should be replaced when the
tread is worn down to 1/16 of an inch. Tires have built in tread wear indicators that let you know when
it’s time to replace your tires. These indicators are raised sections spaced intermittently in the bottom of
the tread grooves (See picture insert). When they appear 'flush' to the surface of the tread, it is time to
replace your tires. Another common method for checking tread depth is to place a penny in the tread
with Lincolns' head upside down and facing you. If you can see the top of Lincolns' head, it is time for
new tires.
Tire tread wear should be checked frequently. Once a wear pattern becomes firmly established in a tire it
is difficult to stop, even if the underlying cause is corrected. The following chart will help you diagnose
any uneven tire wear that you may notice. If you discover abnormal wear patterns other than 'Center
Wear' or 'Edge Wear', which are due to improper inflation, contact your RV dealership or Outdoors RV
Service Department to discuss possible available options to correct.
The tire at the left provides a visual reference of
a 'wear indicator' bar as circled in red. You will
find several of these in various locations around
the tire. When the tire tread is 'even' with or
'flush' to the wear indicator bar it is time to
replace that tire. As a safety practice when
purchasing new tires, you should always replace
them as a complete set.
Check tire pressures before traveling. Always check pressures when
tires are cold. Do not exceed maximum recommended pressure.
Keep tires properly inflated. A tire that is run long distances or at
high speeds while seriously under inflated will overheat to the point
where the tire may lose air suddenly and/or catch fire, possibly
resulting in damage to the vehicle and its contents and/or personal
injury.
All your tires should be the same type, size, and construction. Do not
mix bias-ply and radial-ply tires.
