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Tips to Keep Your RV Wheels in Great Shape

Inspection — RV Rims in Orange County, CA

If you own an RV, you likely take great pride in the look of your vehicle as you drive off on your next adventure. While most RV owners remember to perform maintenance under the hood and inside the vehicle when needed, one area that can sometimes be overlooked is the RV's wheels and tires.

An RV with bad wheels may suffer from reduced drivability out on the road. If you want to keep your wheels and tires looking great while offering an optimal driving experience, here are some tips that might help.

Inspect the Wheels After Every Trip to Prevent Rust

As you move down the road, your RV's wheels are likely going to come into contact from time to time with various substances. Perhaps you drove on an especially muddy road that splashed water and dirt all over your wheels.

If you want to keep your wheels looking great, you need to keep an eye out for residue that lingers long after you've passed the latest puddle. Give your wheels a wipe down after every trip to remove dirt and road salt that can cause rust. A wipe down will help restore their shine and to stop the development of rust before it begins.

Inspect the Tires Before Every Trip to Insure Proper Inflation

Your wheels and tires are two different entities that are in a lot of ways one and the same. If you don't take proper care of your tires, your wheels could end up suffering the consequences.

One way to ensure proper wheel operation all the way down the road is to make sure your tires are at the proper inflation level before you head out. A poorly inflated tire may cause your plating to struggle or rattle. This will cause additional wear and tear that is completely avoidable.

Inspect Your Load Distribution Before Heading Out

It's common for RVs to have all kinds of things inside the vehicle as you head out on a trip. RV manufacturers take care when building a kitchen, bathroom or living area to make sure the inclusion will not significantly throw off the vehicle's weight distribution.

You should use the same caution when bringing things on board. You don't want too much weight to be placed over just one part of the vehicle, as this could put extra strain on the wheels and tires in that location. If you are stuffing in a lot of heavy hunting equipment or sporting goods for your trip, be aware of how it is all lining up.

Inspect the Wheel Weights

If your wheel does pick up a dent or two, take a close look at your wheel weights. These weights are often hammered on, but a powerful enough blow in the right spot can cause the weight to fall off.

If you drive down the road without the proper weights on the wheel, this will cause the wheel to rattle and likely pick up a lot more wear and tear in the process. If you notice that your wheel is no longer properly weighted, take your RV into an expert before you leave for another trip.

Platinum Surface Coating has years of experience patching up RV wheels just like yours. Whether you've suffered a few dents or your wheels just aren't shining like they used to, our experienced professionals can restore that new RV look and get you back out on the road.

Contact us today to discuss your specific situation and see what we can do to help. We can re-chrome or re-plate almost any size RV wheel so don't hesitate to get in touch.

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