Spare Tire for a Class A - Changing a Flat Tire on the Motorhome
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I always have a good spare tire and for good reason! Today, I needed it. I changed it and we are on our way again!
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My name is Dave and I travel with my dog Bella in a 1990 Fleetwood Bounder Class A Motorhome. This is our tour across America. So join us if you’re open to travel, fun, excitement, hiking & exploring. Wish us luck on this adventure! Maybe we’ll see you down the road sometime. Happy trails!
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Great DIY from start to finish! Really appreciate your play by play comments! Thanks Dave!
Even I was breathing hard by the time you finished. You are a prepared nomad!
The one thing about you personally that I absolutely love, is your common sense and lack of shaking your fist in the air out of anger and frustration when something happens to your RV. Like you stated, 'stuff' happens - don't get upset because that only adds additional stress to an already crummy situation. It's always a pleasure to stop in and hang out with you and the beautiful Bella girl, you both inspire me to continue to remain calm when under the gun - and just take it in stride, rectify the problem - and back on down the never ending stretch of road! Great job Dave! Now I know who's RV to follow when I get out on the road in my yet undetermined RV, and that would be you Mr fix-it LOL. I hope you and Bella have an uneventful trip to Moab for a new(er) spare tire. Rock on my TH-cam friend, and may your journey be filled with happiness and peace of mind. I hope to meet up with you someday on the road so I can shake your hand, and give Bella a big ol' kiss. Peace...
Thank you kindly John! :)
Good job, Dave. 🙂 you can do just about anything!!!
A good demonstration Dave. I appreciate a man that doesn't mind getting his hands and clothes dirty. (and feet in your case!)
Having the right tools really makes a difference and you certainly were prepared!
If you guys can't carry a spare tire with an actual wheel, at least carry a loose tire and the Roadside Assistance technicians can mount it on the flat wheel as long as the wheel rim doesn't get damaged.
Great work!
Checking in from Austin Texas!
If you guys need help out here give us a call. We'll go off road to assist you!
Dave you are just the best! I wish someone would come along and do something nice for you, as you do for others. Yes, I wish someone would have magically appeared and changed that tire for you. You made it look so easy but I know it wasn't. I hope the rest of your trip goes well. Love & Hugs for you and Bella....
Thank you kindly! :)
Love & hugs for changing a tire ... WTF?
@@cletusspucklerstablejeaniu1059 I happen to adore Dave, and having been watching him for a long time. I am old enough to be his mother. I don't think there is anything wrong with ending my comment that way. He and Bella have brought me many hours of good entertainment, and a happy part of my day. You must not have any idea of how many nice things Dave has done for others. Now, maybe you should think of saying something nice to someone. It just might make you feel better. Truely hoping you have a Merry Christmas, you sound like you could use one.
@@desertwind306 ... Ah, there's the rub, I don't live vicariously through others .... and I always have a Merry X-Mas.
It amazes me Dave in watching the various RV channels all the different repairs you guys are able to do.
WOW. You actually just taught me a lot! I had no idea that these tires were that "easy" to break down and remove/replace. Beauty ring and all! Very nice video, thank you SO much! I have a newly acquired 2000 Georgie Boy Cruise Master, with much needed repairs and upgrades.
I heard that little jab at Scottie ! Both my class c s had a spare but no jack or lug wrench. I learned that out in the middle of nowhere Idaho. Good thing you were prepared . Safe travels to you Dave.
Had all the right tools
You worked so hard that I bet nobody will complain about no Bella and then there is Bella so nobody is disappointed
Could say it’s just life on the road. I pulled off the road. And stuck a file through the side of my tire. Be safe.☕️🍩👍
Good job, Dave. Years back, I ran over a FORK up on Skyline Drive in Virginia. A fork 😬 out in the middle of nowhere. I changed the tire because Dad had taught me how. But it took me much longer than you did on your rig. Godspeed to you and Bella.
Good job to you as well! :)
@@DavesRVLife Lol, thank you. My Dad was from Kentucky with that great accent. When I called him to tell him about the attack of the fork, he said, "well, I'lllllll be!" He's gone now, but the story brought back a wonderful memory of my dad.
Huffin and puffin, but you didn't blow the Bounder down! Way to go, Dave!
It seems crazy to me that a new RV wouldn't come with a spare. That is part of the most basic and necessary equipment especially in a vehicle that is used to get away from it all. Love your channel.
Good thing you know how and had a spare! Safe travels Dave and Bella😊🤗❤🐕
I didn’t noticed how slim those tires are until now. That switch sure went smoothly. A vehicle lift sure helps. You made it look easy and fun!
Those are actually commercial truck tires. The Bounder was built on a Chevrolet P30 truck chassis. :)
Nice job! Always wondered how owners do this.
wow dave, I didnt realize how much weight you used to have on you. I started watching your latest videos. You really did well for yourself in recent years.
Kudos Dave, your Nomadic Lessons are welcomed. Keep up the videos, and tell Bella hello from one of her biggest fans. Always, Syn Silver.
It is always good to be prepared. You handled that nicely.
Another great video Dave thanks for sharing it's too bad on the hole in a tire. Good luck on finding a new one. Have a great day stay safe will see you in the next one
Another good job, Dave. Nice to be able to take care of things yourself!
You made it look easy
Love it that you change your own tire…you rock
From my chair watching you, thanks for filming, its always good to review.
Wow, you did make that look like a piece of cake! That right there is probably why you won't find me on the road - I could not be able to do that, as simple & basic as it is. Your camera makes us feel like we are right there with you. I don't suppose it feels that way to you. Once again, thanks for taking us along with you & Bella.
There's always something to do in Dave's life. Keeps you on your toes huh? Can't wait to see how much the new spare tire is going to set ya back. Especially in the middle of nowhere.
Lucky you are able to fix most anything. I was nervous there would be no Bella! Nice save there! Good luck finding the new spare.
Good job Dave gives me an idea to get a generator and drill gun to carry in my rv 👍😜
I am impressed Dave! You make sure you are prepared. I cringe at the idea of my 45' DP ( no spare on board ) getting a flat tire off a hard surface road. I would be screwed.
Dang Betty got a boo boo. I always am impressed with your mechanical skills! Say hi to Bella for me😎
Use some 2×6 planks and drive the inner dually up on the planks leaving the outer tire off the ground👍
That would not work in this case. Both inside and outside tires held on by the same set of lug nuts.
@@MrCraiglj True
Thanks! First time I ever saw a video on changing an RV tire - good stuff. I feel the same way as you about spares!! Even if I cant lift one, I have one. Have used 3 on my new Ford Edge - came with narrow sided fashion tires - useless! Got 4 new + wheels
I commend you Dave your ready for what ever👍 good job even if you did break a sweat 😥😉 hugs🤗💕
Good job! My truck didn’t come with a spare. Can’t remember the last time I physically swapped out a flat, but I have plugged a few with them still on the vehicle. Side wall punctures are the worst.
I do carry a bottle jack and a CheatWench. I need a Budd Socket to remove the inner rear dual.
SO SAD THAT SO MANY NEW VEHICLES DON'T COME WITH A SPARE TIRE ANYMORE. RECENTLY BOUGHT A NEW SUV HAD TO BUY A SPIRE TIRE AND KIT FOR IT.NOT TOO LONG AGO EVERYTHING CAME WITH A SPARE TIRE.THANKS FOR VIDEO.
Keep up the good video s on rving life. I enjoy following you. My wife and I rv some. My battery disconnect went out right after yours. Thank you so much I knew what to do.
Seems easy -- as long as you have the right power tools.
It would be handy if there was something you could use to help hoist the old tire back into its bin.
That tire looked heavy.
Well I finally got it done. I opened the spare wheel storage and took it out. I then opened the jack and chocking storage and got all that stuff out as well. Opened the lug wrench and accessories storage and got my trusty wrench and all was looking good. THEN I opened the little helper storage to bring him out and WTF! Empty! The lil bast**d escaped somehow and I had to change the wheel myself. Last Jayco RV I buy not having ALL required tools in place, I got my hands dirty! 🤪
Sorry Dave but glad it was you having to change that tire and not me. I don’t think I could do it anymore. Safe travels ear scratches for Bella. 👍👍
Your amazing kid, thanks for sharing, we need to know this stuff. Hope we can meet you one of these days.
Good job, good advice. I agree about Les Schwab.... I have spare but need to get it mounted, hadn't thought about it until watching your video.
You sure made that look easy! Hello Bella!
Good job, when I was younger that would not be problem but at 65 it may be a problem.My RV doesn’t have a spare.
Thanks Dave. I have to find one. I have cordless and air but just did rear brakes on my bounder. I had to use 3/4 inch breaker bar and pipe to loosen first. Getting too old but I'm cheap .😎
Good job! I had a flat on my old class A. No fun jacking up a vehicle that weighs that much.
Put wood shims under your rv jacks. That will lift the tires without using the bottle jacks.
Thanks for showing this!
Let's face it.... you love a challenge! Great job 👍 Dave
DEFINITELY Impressive .... mvc
Great job
and an impact wrench to boot! happy trails!
Dang right! :)
Hey Dave & Bella!! Was it just the one tire that you had to replace my friend? You did a terrific job replacing that tire because you’re so talented and you’re capable of fixing anything -how amazing!! May you and Bella go where the road leads you to next and wishing you safe travels and give all of my LOVE to that sweet girl Bella!!! Take care 🙂🙂👍👍👍thumbs up on your videos my friend
I like Les Schwab never had an issue and found their prices very competitive
Super DAVE ! to the rescue Wow, you got my respect old buddy :) Really enjoyed and never see you the same again LOLOL...
LOL....Thanks!
great video... also great attitude... it is only a tire, I have a spare, I can change it, I can get another.... some channels would have made it a 3 video trauma drama series
lol :)
It’s always something🤗, I sold my camper van . Gave up for now on traveling. Safe travels Dave and Bella!
I hope you can get back to it if that is what you want to do!
I love traveling and camping and seeing new places and land scapes , hopefully I can get back to it with a newer vehicle.
nice safety shoes
Good job Dave
just think of what roadside asst. would have charged you for a new tire, OUCH!!!
Exactly, I'm getting all new tires today and a new spare. Roadside assistance would probably charge you $500 for a tire that isn't even a matching tire.
They will put your spare on. You'll still pay for the labor to change it.
New spare is so important for us on the road.......nice tire change sir..... see you in Parker.
See you in Parker!
Good job buddy
Good job Dave..on the road again !
8R-19.5 I find them on Ebay, free shipping. 245/70-19.5 require a sizable investment in rims. I have taken one tire from the rear and put it on the front when I didn't have a spare. That stretch of time I had three flats in a weeks time. 8R-19.5 is tough cookie to find. Tire shop in Moriarty, NM has them. Samson make,$180 installed.Nowadays RV's use the 245/70-19.5
My cousin carries some heavy boards that he puts under the levelers on his Class A that allows him to raise it high enough to lift the wheels off the ground, but then he uses a jack stand to keep it up there instead of relying on the levelers to take that load. In any case that is one job i hope I never have to do!
Like a boss!
Good stuff
Wow. Tough job. I know you might not still be in the area but if you go out to Canyonlands stop right next door at Dead Horse Pointe State Park. Spectacular view.
Harbor freight has air bottle jacks! Turn on your little air pump and wala up goes the bottle jack!!!
I'll have to check those out!
Love the video!
Good video Dave! That "storage compartment" looks big enough to hold TWO spares! PEACE! (Hi to BELLA!!!!)
There is room for two in there! lol
If it had to happen guess it was best it was an outside tire. So glad it wasn't a blowout on the freeway. It happened to me on the freeway in Arizona on a big Frito Lay step van. It actually bent the floor
Well that was exciting and different. You made it look so easy. 😂 It’s just a kangaroo hop down to Florida, come on down and get ya one. I knew Bella had to be in the window supervising. 🐶🐾🐾
DewdropN 😂🤣 I was also referring to the little kangaroo on the Bounder under Bella.
I have always been a do it myself gal. In my 20's I could dead lift the same weight or more as many men I knew... However, having 2 children in my 30's did a number on my body. At 53 I now have lost a lot of muscle and psoriatic arthritis has taken my joints from me. I wouldn't be able to do what you just did. If I could manage to get it done, it would be an all day job with lots of cursing and probably crying. Then I would have to park my rig somewhere quiet and be in bed for several days... My physical limitations sure piss me off and make me wonder, when I retire should I really be thinking about going full time? Using, much less WAITING on roadside assistance would drive me NUTS. Arrgh all the things to consider and honestly ponder before I make a decision.
This weekend I was camping and my elderly 16 year old dog passed away.... So I now know what it's like to be far from home, have to find and use a foreign veterinarian and go back to my rig minus one family memeber.... Damn sad and damn hard. I told myself it's good training for if I want to go full-time. My 2nd dog, a 10 year old Cattle Dog, was very sweet. She was with us and witnessed everything that happened with her Sister. We took a long walk last night and I cried a lot. Today we are better and have made it back home minus one. Thanks for the video Dave. Take care.
The part about waiting for assistance would drive me nuts! I like to know if I'm going to be there an hour or a week! lol
Been there ....done that..Love your t shirt 😊
Done with sandals on too. Frikkin amazing Dave hahahahaha. I would definitely be asking for a spare for whatever rig I get into. Cheers!!!
time for a glass of tea to cool that head sweat - its 65F here and the breeze is cool
I'll save you a ton of time and energy. When your outer duly is blown the way yours was, instead of jacking the unit up, drive the unit so the inner tire is up on blocks lifting the outer tire off the ground. No need to jack it up!!! Of course this ONLY works when it's the outer tire that has gone flat!
Hey I am in FL where is that place?
Always good to know.
Excellent vlog
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Hi Dave I'm trying figer out the odds of having to do a tire change like that in the shade.When I have to change a tire it's seems like it's always in the HOT SUN AND sitting on the Freeway somewhere. But I just remembered you had to a tire change on the rear tire on your old Tioga on the Freeway with traffic going by that was terrible its a good video Dave 😁
I did get lucky with the shade! Thanks for watching and remembering that old video, that was a hot one!
Dude I enjoy your channel but too many ads for a thirteen minute video. Good job on changing the tire. I agree with you; every RV should have a spare. You just never know where you're going to be and what is available in the area. And besides, if you've the right tools to do the job you don't even have to wait for roadside assistance if you've a spare on hand. Safe travels. (Again, ease up on the insert ad button.) LOL
That extra ad will help to pay for 1/100th of the new tire I need! lol Sorry, but ads are needed and sometimes an extra one! :)
@@DavesRVLife - I don't mind ads (I just click on "skip ad" when possible anyway) but this video just seemed to have MANY MORE than is usually included in a 13 minutes video.
you must have a pretty good electric wrench. don't look like it had to hammer very long to loosen the wheel nuts!!
I didn't show the part where I broke them loose with my breaker bar first! LOL
Put a board or 2 under rear leveler jack nearest the flat tire and watch it lift your tire up off the ground
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That was quite an undertaking! What happens if the inside tire goes flat?
Dave Thank you on video i just brought a bounder that harbor freight tool for tires are best take tires off i have one
Hey Dave, thanks for taking the time to make this video. Is it bad you use the leveling jacks to raise the RV to change a tire?
He Dave ....I hear a back east man talking Pa accent ...Am I right ? That tire was to heavy for me to change , good job . Hope you were able to get a spare at a good price ....Janice from Pa ,now Arizona
Yes, from New Kensington, Pa. :)
Their are a lot of younger people that don't carry spares . My dad taught me , be prepared.
I would like to know about jacking the motorhome up, jack stands and jack that actually will go high enough especially with an air ride suspension only. My motorhome doesn't have leveling jacks, just the HWH air system.
Great video...Amazing that you have all the tools 🍺 Very cool and your right to be as prepared as possible..how long did it take? Just curious
It took about 45 minutes including messing with cameras! lol
That’s a lot of damage for you not to have noticed the objet inflicting the blow!
I don't know much about RVs couldn't you have something made like from steel to put under the leveler before putting the leveler down that would lift the RV higher....jus and idea that popped in my mind
A simple wood board would have done it! :)
My 2019 leprechaun coachmen did not come with one! Yes we got one right away! Who wants the hassle and cost of not having one!
Wow Dave!! What was the temperature there when you had to do that? Bet the heat made the job even more miserable. You are a great mechanic though and handled it well. Wonder what you hit. I would trace my tracks back and see if I could find it. Happy trails Dave and be safe.
It was in the upper 80's but there was a very nice breeze! :)
Very helpful. Thanks. American conservative University podcast
Got an estimate from les Schwab last week for 6 new tires and told them i wanted a mid priced tire, not the most expensive and not the cheapest and my quote was 3200$$$🤬 ill never set foot in that store again.
Great video. What brand impact wrench is that. I want to get me one for my Bounder.
It's an old black & decker. There are new cordless impacts out there now! :)