Damaged tires

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skimadre
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Damaged tires

Post by skimadre »

During a recent trip across Montana we shredded one of the outside rear tires. We slowed down and drove about 30 miles on 3 rear tires. Is there a big risk in driving on 3 rear tires?
Fred and Connie
2003 Born Free 26' RB
Brent
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Post by Brent »

It seems the risk is to the remaining tire on that side; if there is enough pressure, temperature and weight to cause a blowout. I've had a tire blow out before and just driven slower so as not to create so much heat on the remaining tires.

Just as a precaution I now carry a bicycle tire pump so I can air up a low tire. Believe me this is not easy and not for any one with health issues.
concerns.
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robert newby

Post by robert newby »

Hi Fred and Connie -- I see you have a 2003 coach -- if you haven't already changed all 6 tires I recommend that you do so before you take any more trips - my coach is a 2004 and I'm having all 6 tires replaced now
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Post by whemme »

I carry a small portable 120 VAC powered air compressor that easily fits in a storage compartment in my Born Free coach. The one I have is similar to this one that is small and weighs only 14 lbs: http://www.tylertool.com/deex125psico.h ... pingdotcom
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