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Roger Marble

Roger Marble
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http://www.RVTireSafety.net
Retired Tire Design and Forensic Engineer w/50+ years of experience. Currently has Class-C RV. Previous Truck Camper, Winnie Brave, Class-C & 23' TT. Also towed race car w/ 23' open trailer and in 26' Closed trailer. While racing he set lap records at 6 different tracks racing from Lime Rock, CT, to Riverside, CA, and Daytona to Mosport, Canada. Taught vehicle handling to local Police Depts.
Maintenance & Repair

RV Tire Safety: Could the information on your tire sidewalls be worth free tires?

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By Roger Marble I bet that few of you have ever bothered to read and record the important information provided on your tire sidewalls. There...
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RV Tire Safety: What is a “C” tire?

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By Roger Marble There are a number of Class B motorhomes that are being built on van chassis. Some of these vehicles come with European...
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RV Tire Safety: What size spare tire can I use?

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By Roger Marble There have been a few people ask about what size spare tire they can use. The easy answer is to use the...
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RV Tire Safety: Why don’t RV tires get recalled?

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By Roger Marble I read this question – Why don't RV tires get recalled? – on an RV forum. It was asked by someone complaining...
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RV Tire Safety: Do similar tires sold in the U.S. have to meet the same requirements?

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By Roger Marble I recently received a question on tire requirements involving "quality" and load capacity: I have been under the impression that a certifying agency,...
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RV Tire Safety: What is so “special” about RV trailer tires, anyway?

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By Roger Marble Are RV trailer tires exempt from the physical laws of the universe? What is so special about RV trailers that would make...
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RV Tire Safety: Can a “sealant” to prevent flat tires cause problems?

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By Roger Marble I just read a tale of woe from a motorhome owner who appears to have been sold a tire sealant that caused...
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RV Tire Safety: “I need bigger wheels for my trailer”

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By Roger Marble I have seen a few posts where someone says, "I need bigger tires for my trailer," but I'm not sure if they...
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RV Tire Safety: How are tires “designed”?

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By Roger Marble How tires are designed? First off, let's be clear on the word "design." For this post I am not talking about the exterior...
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RV Tire Safety: Can tire failure start a fire?

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By Roger Marble Can tire failure start a fire? The quick and short answer is: Yes, it is possible – but it is also highly...
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RV Tire Safety: Can I “fix” my flat tire?

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By Roger Marble People often wonder: "Can I 'fix' my flat tire?" This is a reasonable question but the answer is not a simple Yes...
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RV Tire Safety: Tire valve core torque tool recommendation

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By Roger Marble I have mentioned valve cores in a number of posts, including offering some advice on how and why you should avoid over-tightening...
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