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Post by bc75 on Nov 2, 2017 22:46:02 GMT -5
Should i get my rv tires off the ground for winter. Some of my friends tell me the tires will last longer is this true. If true would putting them on boards be good enough.
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Post by lynnmor on Nov 3, 2017 8:53:28 GMT -5
It would be somewhat better for the tires. Few people do it. When I stored outdoors I would lower the tongue, then build piers of blocks right behind the axle followed by raising the tongue to level. This takes most, or all of the weight off the tires. Be sure to cover the tires if outdoors.
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Post by Chuck on Nov 3, 2017 12:52:06 GMT -5
I put our 5th wheel tires on wood, we have gravel driveway so under the wood is gravel an I cover the tires, I also leave out unit plugged into shore power all winter long. Safe travels Chuck & Hildi  |
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Post by bc75 on Nov 3, 2017 14:55:06 GMT -5
I always cover my tires. I didn't know if it would hurt to leave plugged in all winter. I usually plug a charger to it every few weeks.
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Post by johnr on Nov 3, 2017 15:23:36 GMT -5
I usually level my camper, then I extend the jacks (front and back) a little further to get some weight off of the tires.
I leave mine plugged in, but disconnect the battery so that there's no drain on it.
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Post by lynnmor on Nov 3, 2017 16:52:24 GMT -5
If you extend the stabilizer jacks and tires go flat, much of the weight will be on the corner(s) stressing the frame. If you want to use the jacks, block up the frame near the axles so that there is no risk.
Batteries need to be kept fully charged so don’t leave them connected. If you leave the trailer plugged in, be aware that it is exposed to any electrical issues and if the power fails without your knowledge, the battery will discharge. Charge them monthly.
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Post by larryo on Nov 3, 2017 18:51:40 GMT -5
We also park the tires on wood and cover them. However, for the battery, it is removed from the TT, stored in the garage with a trickle charger attached all winter.
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Post by milpol4523 on Nov 6, 2017 9:04:33 GMT -5
We are in Canada. Frost heaves are not your trailers friend.
I never use my stabilizer jacks to the rear of any trailer (5th wheel) and definitely would not lower all 4 jacks if i had a tow behind. frame twisting and jack pressure when the frost comes out of the ground.
i roll mine up on 2 X 10's pressure treated planks and ENSURE the entire tread is on the wood not hanging over the edge even partially.
Last season i purchased a tire saver set of 4 for the 5th wheel. it suspends the tires in as close to a natural round shape for long term. and if you are in an area where sunlight is going to light the tires - tire covers.
battery is out and full charged then trickle charged over the winter.
DO not jack on the axles and block at that point.
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Post by johnr on Nov 6, 2017 9:42:46 GMT -5
On my 5er, the stabilizer jacks are right behind the tires. They aren't back at the bumper.
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Post by Chuck on Nov 6, 2017 10:53:33 GMT -5
I put our 5th wheel tires on wood, we have gravel driveway so under the wood is gravel an I cover the tires, I also leave out unit plugged into shore power all winter long. Safe travels Chuck & Hildi Added note: I disconnect our batteries, put them on a block of wood so they are not on the ground or cement, put a trickle charger on them as well an leave the jacks up but cycle them every so often during the winter, at least twice a month  Chuck |
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