Exterior Care and Maintenance Session 7: Proper Tire Care

Having 10 psi less than recommended pressure in an RV tire reduces carrying capacity by 25%. Proper tire pressure and only be determined by weight the rig, finding the amount of weight on the individual tire and referring to the tire manufacturer’s inflation chart. Proper tire maintenance includes covering the tire during storage to reduce weather checking, checking tread wear for alignment issues, and checking pressure every day before you hit the road.