Tyres advice sought

[merl]

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

Noooooo

 

[wildebus]

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

So you never said ... which one did you decide to buy for your van? the 18" or 19"? Any problems keeping them inflated on the 15" wheels?

 

[nabsim]

So you never said ... which one did you decide to buy for your van? the 18" or 19"? Any problems keeping them inflated on the 15" wheels?

Well I fancy the 19" ones I think, just to to see when KwikFit can fit them

 

[Greengrass]

Dave I'd be wary about them tyres from what I see they're for cars and can't see the pky rating if in an accident your insurers may not cover you I might be wrong but it says high performance CARtyre just saying remember your van carries a fair bit o gear

Gordon 215 75 16cCCCC down this side of this border C is for Commercial not Car, Every year this come's up about Motorhome tyres I wish, No I will say no more

 

[Greengrass]

Be aware these are passenger car tyres

215/75R16C 116/114R LT 10PR HIFLY SUPER2000 NEW TYRE VAN COMMERCIAL ​

 

[The laird]

Gordon 215 75 16cCCCC down this side of this border C is for Commercial not Car, Every year this come's up about Motorhome tyres I wish, No I will say no more

You are oot with a solder iron printing it on yah chancer

 

[Exwindsurfer]

Dave you have to forgive Gordon you know being north of the border lololol

 

[The laird]

Better to get forgiveness that being a short ar#ed twat

 

[Exwindsurfer]

Better to get forgiveness that being a short ar#ed twat

Was it something I said Gordon lololol

 

[The laird]

Was it something I said Gordon lololol

Just you listen for your phone ringing the now grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

 

[Geek]

Linky

4 x 2255017 HIFLY HF805 98XL WR TYRE 225/50r17 new high performance tyres x4 | eBay

HF805 ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE PASSENGER CAR TYRES. Save on Tyres Direct. Superior comfort and a quiet ride. Outstanding wet performance and enhanced stability at high speed cornering. Provides better performance on wet surfaces and reduces rolling.

www.ebay.co.uk

Looks like they will deliver, then you have to find a fitter and pay for disposal, might not be much cheaper after that.

I would not fit car tyres to a motorhome. Even if they are safe (I doubt it) the insurance company would use them as an excuse to avoid paying out.

 

[Geek]

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.

Camper tyres are inferior and are designed for moronic drivers who overload and kerb their tyres.
Buy commercial tyres.

 

[runnach]

Camper tyres are inferior and are designed for moronic drivers who overload and kerb their tyres.
Buy commercial tyres.

Please explain/describe a "Moronic Driver" please?

 

[Geek]

Please explain/describe a "Moronic Driver" please?

Ones who overload and kerb their tyres. It was in the same sentence. I'm surprised you overlooked it.

 

[runnach]

Ones who overload and kerb their tyres. It was in the same sentence. I'm surprised you overlooked it.

I didn't. I doubt there are many individuals on our roads who have not accidentally kerb a tyre, me included. Tyres are made to a standard, MH tyres have added strength to their sidewalls due to added weight to the original base vehicle, and the MH can also stand stationary for long periods of time. As for overloading, I cannot speak for others who may do this.

 

[Geek]

I didn't. I doubt there are many individuals on our roads who have not accidentally kerb a tyre, me included. Tyres are made to a standard, MH tyres have added strength to their sidewalls due to added weight to the original base vehicle, and the MH can also stand stationary for long periods of time. As for overloading, I cannot speak for others who may

Of course people sometimes kerb tyres. Moronic drivers do it all the time.

Camper tyres are not stronger. They have the same load ratings. Thee thicker sidewalls are a disadvantage because of their reduced ability to dissipate heat.
If you want tyres to last longer or cope with bening parked for long periods, you do it by changing the mix in the 'rubber'. That has downsides to other aspects of performance, so they don't do it for camper tyres.

I repeat, in my opinion camper tyres are inferior and designed for a particular sort of clueless customer.

If you have been persuaded otherwise, that's fine, but don't take a statement of fact as a personal affront.

So many people think that they are defined by their possessions and purchasing choices. It's a sad indictment of ,'consumer society'.

 

[Pudsey Bear]

I would not fit car tyres to a motorhome. Even if they are safe (I doubt it) the insurance company would use them as an excuse to avoid paying out.

I wouldn't, I have run 3.5t + vans since the 80's so I'm well aware of the difference.

 

[runnach]

Of course people sometimes kerb tyres. Moronic drivers do it all the time.

Camper tyres are not stronger. They have the same load ratings. Thee thicker sidewalls are a disadvantage because of their reduced ability to dissipate heat.
If you want tyres to last longer or cope with bening parked for long periods, you do it by changing the mix in the 'rubber'. That has downsides to other aspects of performance, so they don't do it for camper tyres.

I repeat, in my opinion camper tyres are inferior and designed for a particular sort of clueless customer.

If you have been persuaded otherwise, that's fine, but don't take a statement of fact as a personal affront.

So many people think that they are defined by their possessions and purchasing choices. It's a sad indictment of ,'consumer society'.

You have a good day.

 

[Greengrass]

I would not fit car tyres to a motorhome. Even if they are safe (I doubt it) the insurance company would use them as an excuse to avoid paying out.

They are the one's for my YETI put them on so Pudsey could find the firm on ebay

 

[Pudsey Bear]

Yes, I figured that out Dave, Always handy to have another source.