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While newer tires are less likely to "blow out" or experience a flat than old ones, it is still possible that you will experience tire failure.? It is a weak point in your RV and it is always good to be prepared for the worse.? If you've never had to change the inside rear tire on an RV, I suggest you conduct a simulation.? I did so when I purchased my Sunrader.? As a result, I discovered serveral issues that would have left me stranded.? The Jack was made for a light duty pick up and would not lift the 4000 lbs at the rear axle.? The lug wrench has an 18" handle and there was no way I was going to free the lug nuts.? The spare tire is on a chain lift and was bound from years of road grit.? I also didn't have tire chaulks or Jack stands.? My fix was to purchase an adequate Jack and Jack Stands. I bought a 12 ton bottle jack and I carry a few? 2 x 12 inch peices of lumber to serve as a base for the Jack and Stands should the ground be soft.? For the lug wrench, I purchased a 4 foot cast iron pipe that I slip over the lug wrench handle to create adequate leverage. After freeing the spare, I cleaned and lubed the chain and wench system of the spare.? I also made sure the spare was properly inflated and gave it a good cleaning.? Once all this was done, I was able to complete the simulation.? It wasn't a quick process and I did it on a level, solid surface. However, I feel more confident when Murphy decides to show up. Not mentioned above, I bought tire chaulks, road flairs, knee pads, a heavy duty air pump and a shrader valve kit.? Some might think this is overkill avoid this level of preparation relying on a phone and roadside membership (both of which I also have), however, If you travel off the beaten path where cell service and roadside assistance are questionable, being prepared will allow you to sleep at night.? On Fri, Nov 3, 2023 at 9:39?AM Buzz Lightyear via <buzzliteyear=[email protected]> wrote: No, I haven't been a ToyHome owner since the late 2000s. |
