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Rollochrome
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Nov 12, 2021

CARLISLE CSL 16 TIRES

Due to a dozen different reasons related to politically contrived supply chain problems, good manufacturers suddenly moving from china to vietnam so they can turn a good brand into a bad one, unavailability in my size, etc, etc, I chose a set of four new Carlisle CSL 16 tires in ST235/80R16.

G Rated, 14 ply rated, 81 mph rated M, all steel body, and from what I read it is the highest load rated tire in the Carlisle RV trailer line.

Sailuns, even before the vietnam issues, were 75 mph speed rated L, so LETS SAY the CSL 16's are TECHNICALLY BETTER just for giggles. Tomato tomatto.


I'll be mounting them on a new set of Raceline RCL 935 B Defender TR wheels that are rated for lots of weight too because I apparently hate having money.

My 5er has a GVWR of 15,500 and a GAWR each axle 7,000.

Since I don't see much on the interwebinators about this tire, I'll post a review since I'll be putting 1,500 miles on them immediately. Hopefully the review will be "They're tires man. Why are we talking about tires so much?"
  • OK. I ran the new Carlisle CSL 16s 550 miles at about 70-75 mph

    I aired them up to the max 110 and they heated up and stayed under 120 psi for the whole trip. No issues. No wobble. I had two VERY tight turns where the trailer tires were just almost pivoting and there was no issue.

    I am going to put about 1,000 miles on them in a week or so. Hopefully nothing to report again!!!

    So far very pleased...
  • EgorKC wrote:
    Rollochrome wrote:
    I apparently hate having money."


    You said exactly what we all feel. I/we on the forum look forward to your review. Happy travels.
    Greg the wannabe chef :B:)


    Thanks!
  • Rollochrome wrote:
    Due to a dozen different reasons related to politically contrived supply chain problems, good manufacturers suddenly moving from china to vietnam so they can turn a good brand into a bad one, unavailability in my size, etc, etc, I chose a set of four new Carlisle CSL 16 tires in ST235/80R16.

    G Rated, 14 ply rated, 81 mph rated M, all steel body, and from what I read it is the highest load rated tire in the Carlisle RV trailer line.

    Sailuns, even before the vietnam issues, were 75 mph speed rated L, so LETS SAY the CSL 16's are TECHNICALLY BETTER just for giggles. Tomato tomatto.


    I'll be mounting them on a new set of Raceline RCL 935 B Defender TR wheels that are rated for lots of weight too because I apparently hate having money.

    My 5er has a GVWR of 15,500 and a GAWR each axle 7,000.

    Since I don't see much on the interwebinators about this tire, I'll post a review since I'll be putting 1,500 miles on them immediately. Hopefully the review will be "They're tires man. Why are we talking about tires so much?"
    Me too I am looking for a replacement of the Sailun I use for a long time.Carlisle CSL it is on my list together with Hankook Vantra TH31.I am looking forward to your review for the Carlisle after you put more mile on them.
  • Rollochrome wrote:
    I apparently hate having money."


    You said exactly what we all feel. I/we on the forum look forward to your review. Happy travels.
    Greg the wannabe chef :B:)
  • Got them mounted up today.

    Sidewalls are as stiff as a drill sergeants neck.

    They look great. Putting them on the road tomorrow.