Which Tyre Covers? Easy to Fit

[datadezign]

We’ve had our Motorhome now for nearly 6 years (first one ever)!! Don’t think we’re virgins anymore!!

For a long time I couldn’t understand why fellow funsters put covers on their motorhome tyres. Never done this on all the cars I’ve ever had, so convinced this procedure was an over protective procedure at bed time and to read a goodnight story to their best friend!!!

…… only when it had come to my attention by someone on a site, enquiring if I had ever checked my tyres … was in shock to find some tears to the tyres walls!! Okay 5 years old but after only 15,000 miles expected the tyres to last for another 5 years. My mobile tyres supplier back home quickly educated me to UV. The smug face I had on many occasions when watching others fitting their tyre covers, suddenly dawned on me they must have been the ones with smug faces, knowing that I soon would have to replace my tyres!! The only thing that makes me feel a little better, is that my tyre guy, said that it is advisable to change tyres after around 5 years anyway, even if there’s no visible tears!!

…. anyway after my waffle, my question is, any recommendations for good quality, lightweight, UV protection tyre covers …. that are EASY to Fit? It appears some are more fiddly than others.

 

[ivorantony]

A bit of cardboard will do or the companies that do car covers often sell wheel covers to do the job,

 

[Lenny HB]

It's recommended the tyres are changed after 5 years and that is more important if you don't do many miles and leave the van sitting about a lot. If the van gets regular use so the tyres are keep supple you can leave them for up to 7 years.
I've never bothered covering they tyres but ours are worn out within 4 years.

Best advice it to use the van more then you don't need to worry about covers.

 

[datadezign]

Never thought of cardboard perhaps I could make some out of paper mache.

…. And never thought of travelling more

 

[datadezign]

Our first two years were limited to time then COVID came. As soon as we came out of covid we did the whole of the east and west coast of Scotland over 5.5 weeks. Next year we will be travelling for the first time around Europe for around 3 months. So will probably clock up 17,000 miles in just one year, and that way get our moneys worth from the tyres!!

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[jezport]

These are very good.

Pair of 80cm Deluxe Lined Vinyl Wheel Tyre Covers 15" to 16" UV protection | eBay

Super Deluxe Wheel and Tyre Protectors. Manufactured from heavy duty vinyl material which is fully lined for added protection. So using these covers saves money and gives extra safety. It also protects from dust dirt and water helping to keep wheels and brakes free of debris and contamination.

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[Bailey58]

I've used some fabric type covers for a few years, bit of a faf tying the cords around the back which means bending down and getting up again but they do a good job. Currently thinking of shaping some left over exterior ply with a bungee to keep them in place.

 

[datadezign]

Thank you Jezport.

Bailey58 I had thought the same. Adapt with perhaps a belt type strap at the front and then use a bungee cable to insert into the strap and wrap around the cover and tyre. Clip at the front and then rotate from the front until the clip is at the back of the tyre so is not visible.

 

[Manic]

I bought this type from Amazon but they were nearly half the price

 

[Branston]

I've done same as Bailey58 by using bendable plastic, half circumference of tyre with circle of plastic glued to it. Bendable plastic sits on top of wheels. Bungee cords will hold them.

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[Blackadder]

Rather than mess about, have a look at these

https://www.bagsandcoversdirect.co....me-Parked-Wheel-Cover-Protector-UV-Stabilised

It takes me about 15 secs to fit each one (assuming I don't waste another 30 secs cursing when I crack my head on the wing mirror). They go on as soon as we arrive on-site and return home so the rubber only sees the sun whilst in motion.

Bought the van new end of 2018 and bought the covers at the next NEC show. Still on original tyres and they look good so far - no sidewall cracks or fissures between the treads and the rubber feels just like it did when new so no obvious out-gassing.

 

[datadezign]

Thank you so much Baldrick just what I was hoping for!! When you get to 60+ time is important and want to spend as much of that time as possible, and certainly not washing and polishing my car or Motorhome every Sunday as some do or taking 15 minutes rather than 15 seconds to put tyre covers on!!!!! I assume the quality is good as they are not cheap, and neither do I want cheap!!

 

[Reallyretired]

I've never bothered with them. In storage the tyres don't get any direct sun because of adjacent vehicle and a 10ft wall. I certainly couldn't be bothered when touring as seldom stay anywhere more than a couple of days. I have seen people use a bit of cardboard or plywood, probably a bin liner would work.

 

[datadezign]

What about kitchen foil inside a dustbin bag

 

[U.Toadifact]

What's the problem with cheap tarpaulin material? I use it on my trailer where it tucks in nicely behind the wheel and under the mudguard.

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[Just smiffy]

I rub factor 50 on mine…..

 

[cyberyacht]

I fit covers on mine when at home but not whilst travelling. The front ones are relatively easy but there is little space around the wheel arches on the rear which make its a bit of a fiddle. Tyres are coming up seven years so I'll be replacing around Feb/March although they show no signs of cracking or deterioration.

 

[jezport]

These are good value for money

1 pair (2) x 80cm15-16" Motorhome or Caravan Wheel and Tyre Protectors | eBay

Pair of Silver Colour Wheel and Tyre Covers. These elasticated covers fit over your wheel to protect your wheels and tyres when vehicle is parked.

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[Stag man]

Anything will do, the quality/price/material is your personal choice.
The bottom line is any material which blocks the UV from getting to the tire and deteriorating it.
Yes, sometimes it’s a faff, but it’s a lot better than watching your tyre overtake you down the motorway