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Re: Why have the axles weighed (split from Re: Just Got Our First Foretravel)

Reply #25 –
Thanks Tom. I understand better the pressure stamped on the rim. And Michelle is right on with the helpful and informative discussion around this issue. Also, I like the previous suggestion to use the infrared device to monitor tire heat. That's a "take home" idea so often found in these forum threads. BTW, in my post 14, I did not indicate my tire data but I do have Michelin 275 H series. And I was not sure about the specific tag psi adjustment but take home message was it was "reduced" to less than steer and drive pressures by OTM.
alpapadoc

Re: Why have the axles weighed (split from Re: Just Got Our First Foretravel)

Reply #26 –
Quote from: Old Town Motorcoach –

There is a LOT of bad information in this post about proper tire inflation.  Without taking the time to pick each and every portion of the post apart, let us first say that our position at OTM on proper tire inflation is in complete agreement with the info posted by Michelle & Brett.  That has always been our position and we will get to the bottom of the misunderstanding tomorrow morning.  We have made our fair share of mistakes, and I would not put it past one of our techs or any of us at OTM to say or do the wrong thing from time to time. 

However, for anyone to suggest that tire pressure should be measured "HOT" is absurd.  There clearly was a misunderstanding and not even the least experienced tech at OTM would intentionally suggest running 85 PSI cold - much less "HOT" in front or drive axle tires on a U295 or any Unicoach period. 

We will clear this up tomorrow.  Thankful for the customers who took the time to contact us directly to make sure correct information is posted.  We apologize for the confusion, and proper tire pressure is not something we take lightly. 

Sincerely,
Old Town Motorcoach
It would be great to get a phone call as I would like to hear outcome of discussion with OTM staff. My entire post was not intended to point fingers or for any other sinister purpose..I was simply looking for answers because I had been told something completely contrary to everything I had previously read or put in practice. Do not want to and will not get into a heated discussion... Things were related to me as I related  I did not embellish my comments, I understood everything that was said.... In addition I remain very satisfied with the four thousand dollars worth of repairs done to my coach by  OTM, and will continue to recommend OTM to others in need of service.  I look forward to hearing from you.Dave
Dave
2002 295 36'
Build 6006
Motorcade Member 17931
Toad 2003 Jeep Wrangler
2008 BMW R1200 GSA

Re: Why have the axles weighed (split from Re: Just Got Our First Foretravel)

Reply #27 –
Dave,

    I have been impressed with those boys that own OTM and their business ethic.
I strongly suspect you will get a call from them. This is an issue that needed to be
corrected andI am quite sure it has already been done.

Carter-

Re: Why have the axles weighed (split from Re: Just Got Our First Foretravel)

Reply #28 –
Dave you are fine and asked a good and civil question.  I am sure you will hear from them.  I don't think there will be any arguments or tough words.  Give them a chance to run it to ground.  Really good folks and who want to do the right thing...anyway that has been my impression after spending more than a week there on my second trip.
George and Steph
1997 U270 36 Build 5081 "Honu"
1180w Solar 400A lithium all Victron house system
Motorcade 17670, SKP 128300, FMCA F459019
73 VW Camper, 79 VW Camper, 2363 Sunline, and an Arctic Fox 25P
 

Re: Why have the axles weighed (split from Re: Just Got Our First Foretravel)

Reply #29 –
Quote from: Texas Guy –
Dave,

    I have been impressed with those boys that own OTM and their business ethic.
I strongly suspect you will get a call from them. This is an issue that needed to be
corrected andI am quite sure it has already been done.

Carter.
Honestly based on the reviews on this forum I thought I would take some business over there. They had a great price on an install I wanted done and they could get me in right away. It was a win win for me. During my service the tech discovered a serious issue with my brakes. Had the issue not been discovered and correctly repaired it would have been a crisis down the road.  I was and remain very appreciative of their professional attitude. I surely did not intend for my initial post to have resulted in this firestorm.  Dave
Dave
2002 295 36'
Build 6006
Motorcade Member 17931
Toad 2003 Jeep Wrangler
2008 BMW R1200 GSA