Sorry about the blowout. I would add repack wheel baring every spring too. We had one go dry in Maine. I am interested inDevin’s wh/mile at highway speeds.
Great article on this scary experience. I'm glad you we're not hurt. Also, glad for the kindness of strangers on the freeway to point out the problem while driving!!
Gail, Your point on replacing tires is so On Target! Consider the small patch of each tire is on the road at any one point in time. Many people do not realize that the manufacturing date is on car tires. This date makes it easy to decide to replace tires every 3 to 4 years.
Since we live in Park City, UT, our snow tires are on our car longer than our summer tires. We replace our tires, at the maximum, every 4 years. Rarely are they at the tire mileage maximum (although there was a time they were).
I learned a lesson when they were near their maximum mileage. I was driving our Subaru with all-wheel drive in Frederick County, MD. It was snowing and the roads had a light covering of snow. I had to cross the small mound of snow in the center of the road. When I returned to my lane, the rear end began swaying back and forth, finally pulling a 180 degree turn on the side of the road. Fortunately. I did not hit anything, especially the telephone pole about 20' away from where I stopped. I drove directly to the tire store to buy snow tires. Then continued on my way.
So sorry that Devin had to experience this blow out. The explosion of a blowout can be far more destructive than anyone can imagine.
Appreciate this article. And, while you’re at this part of the ALiner’s anatomy, please make sure the trailer axels/wheel bearings are also well maintained. This kind of “blow out” is no fun on the road and could lead to very costly repairs - and ultimately a whole new axel. Boondocking at a truck stop while you wait for a tow or parts and roadside repairs on a holiday weekend is memorable, to say the least. Learned my lesson with my friend’s Winnebago… 😊
Sorry about the blowout. I would add repack wheel baring every spring too. We had one go dry in Maine. I am interested inDevin’s wh/mile at highway speeds.
Great article on this scary experience. I'm glad you we're not hurt. Also, glad for the kindness of strangers on the freeway to point out the problem while driving!!
Ugh! I hope the repairs are neither too costly nor take too long! May you both be back on the road soon for new adventures!
Gail, Your point on replacing tires is so On Target! Consider the small patch of each tire is on the road at any one point in time. Many people do not realize that the manufacturing date is on car tires. This date makes it easy to decide to replace tires every 3 to 4 years.
Since we live in Park City, UT, our snow tires are on our car longer than our summer tires. We replace our tires, at the maximum, every 4 years. Rarely are they at the tire mileage maximum (although there was a time they were).
I learned a lesson when they were near their maximum mileage. I was driving our Subaru with all-wheel drive in Frederick County, MD. It was snowing and the roads had a light covering of snow. I had to cross the small mound of snow in the center of the road. When I returned to my lane, the rear end began swaying back and forth, finally pulling a 180 degree turn on the side of the road. Fortunately. I did not hit anything, especially the telephone pole about 20' away from where I stopped. I drove directly to the tire store to buy snow tires. Then continued on my way.
So sorry that Devin had to experience this blow out. The explosion of a blowout can be far more destructive than anyone can imagine.
Fortunately, Devin was not injured.
Appreciate this article. And, while you’re at this part of the ALiner’s anatomy, please make sure the trailer axels/wheel bearings are also well maintained. This kind of “blow out” is no fun on the road and could lead to very costly repairs - and ultimately a whole new axel. Boondocking at a truck stop while you wait for a tow or parts and roadside repairs on a holiday weekend is memorable, to say the least. Learned my lesson with my friend’s Winnebago… 😊