Tyres advice sought

[Exwindsurfer]

I always check the tyre rating Jeff I am going from 114/116 rating to 120/121 so got it well covered .

 

[merl]

Yeh, I'd have expected that the tires would only need to be 'rated' correctly and the stipulation of tires needing a specific 'Camper' rating would only be applicable IF it was written into their policy Ts&C's. ??? Jeff's post does make me concerned though. I personally use van tires with a suitable rating, NOT specifically 'camper' grade.....I think I'll email my insurer and get their take on it, interesting for sure.

 

[Pudsey Bear]

Yeh, I'd have expected that the tires would only need to be 'rated' correctly and the stipulation of tires needing a specific 'Camper' rating would only be applicable IF it was written into their policy Ts&C's. ??? Jeff's post does make me concerned though. I personally use van tires with a suitable rating, NOT specifically 'camper' grade.....I think I'll email my insurer and get their take on it, interesting for sure.

I'd say nothing Merlin you will only invite trouble I feel, I'd ring a different company to your insurer and ask a general question.

 

[jeffmossy]

Yeh, I'd have expected that the tires would only need to be 'rated' correctly and the stipulation of tires needing a specific 'Camper' rating would only be applicable IF it was written into their policy Ts&C's. ??? Jeff's post does make me concerned though. I personally use van tires with a suitable rating, NOT specifically 'camper' grade.....I think I'll email my insurer and get their take on it, interesting for sure.

Remember mine is a coach built motorhome, so I think that is where the rules apply, but a quick phone call just to be on the safe side could save a lot of heart break should the inevitable ever happen

 

[merl]

Remember mine is a coach built motorhome, so I think that is where the rules apply, but a quick phone call just to be on the safe side could save a lot of heart break should the inevitable ever happen

I get what you're saying Jeff but if your insurance company is giving you information over the phone or by email that ISN'T in the policy documents then that's a massive concern in my eyes.
It's a massive ball ache I know but have you checked what's written in the actual policy documents?

 

[jeffmossy]

I get what you're saying Jeff but if your insurance company is giving you information over the phone or by email that ISN'T in the policy documents then that's a massive concern in my eyes.
It's a massive ball ache I know but have you checked what's written in the actual policy documents?

You are probably right Merlin, and I don't think it actually mentions types of tyres, but it does say replacement tyres must be as the manufacture's specifications and this is where the can of worms starts

 

[jeffmossy]

Just found this interesting article, so like you say Merlin, it could be down to your personal insurance company who make the shout

DO I NEED SPECIALIST CAMPING TYRES FOR MY MOTORHOME?

Going away without checking the tyres on your motorhome could be a recipe for disaster.Pivotal to the smooth handling of your camper, tyres that haven’t been looked after, inspected or tested could bring your holiday crashing down around you.By simply giving your tyres the once over, you’ll...

tyremen.co.uk

 

[Pudsey Bear]

Would Fiat etc fit MoHO tyres or Van tyres.

 

[wildebus]

Would Fiat etc fit MoHO tyres or Van tyres.

usually they fit ROunD ones.

 

[merl]

Would Fiat etc fit MoHO tyres or Van tyres.

MH

usually they fit ROunD ones.

Da-Dum, tish.

 

[merl]

Just found this interesting article, so like you say Merlin, it could be down to your personal insurance company who make the shout

DO I NEED SPECIALIST CAMPING TYRES FOR MY MOTORHOME?

Going away without checking the tyres on your motorhome could be a recipe for disaster.Pivotal to the smooth handling of your camper, tyres that haven’t been looked after, inspected or tested could bring your holiday crashing down around you.By simply giving your tyres the once over, you’ll...

tyremen.co.uk

Just checked MY policy wording and the only reference to tires or tyres is "Damage to tyres (cuts, scuffs, skidding etc) isn't covered by the insurance policy.
As you say Jeff, it seems dependent on the particular insurer and their particular policy wording. I'm with AIB and they are using Ageas for my particular policy.

 

[Exwindsurfer]

Yeh, I'd have expected that the tires would only need to be 'rated' correctly and the stipulation of tires needing a specific 'Camper' rating would only be applicable IF it was written into their policy Ts&C's. ??? Jeff's post does make me concerned though. I personally use van tires with a suitable rating, NOT specifically 'camper' grade.....I think I'll email my insurer and get their take on it, interesting for sure.

Let us know Meri
Jeff

 

[Pudsey Bear]

I would think that MOT stations would have to flag up any tyres not fit for purpose, perhaps more so for over 3.5t vans.

 

[Pudsey Bear]

MOT inspection manual: cars and passenger vehicles - 5. Axles, wheels, tyres and suspension - Guidance - GOV.UK

Axle, wheel bearing, wheel and tyres, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and suspension (including springs, shock absorbers, and suspension arms and joints) rules and inspection for car and passenger vehicle MOT tests.

www.gov.uk

 

[wildebus]

I would think that MOT stations would have to flag up any tyres not fit for purpose, perhaps more so for over 3.5t vans.

nope, suitability of tyres is not part of the MOT test for a class 4 vehicle. The MOT check is solely on checking for sufficient tread and any bulges or cracks.

 

[Pudsey Bear]

You would think the ply at least would be checked.

 

[nabsim]

I would rely on your reg number on Black Circles, just out mine in and this is what they offered.

 

[wildebus]

I would rely on your reg number on Black Circles, just out mine in and this is what they offered.

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I assume for your car?!

 

[nabsim]

I would think that MOT stations would have to flag up any tyres not fit for purpose, perhaps more so for over 3.5t vans.

Not all the Mot stations seem to apply what should or shouldn't be checked Kev. Look at the discussions about end marker lights lol

 

[nabsim]

I assume for your car?!

No David, I put my van registration in there, then hats a Sprinter on 15" rims lol