need tire advice
Last week I had my first blowout. Nobody's fault but mine, I was going too fast for the tires (rated at 65), I was doing just shy of 75. Normally I drive up and down the West coast but this trip I...
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Me Again wrote:maxum1989 wrote:
Not sure if I missed it but does anyone know if the new version of the Carlisle Trail RH has a speed rating of 65mph?
As I posted earlier Carlisle is playing games on speed ratings (mostly for the bass boat guys). Go back and read that post. Chris
This from Carlisle website on page #92;
..-High speed towing in hot conditions degrades tires significantly.
..– Do not exceed 60 mph while towing a trailer.
..– Most ST trailer tires have a maximum speed rating of 65 mph.
..– Load carrying capacity decreases as heat and stress generated by higher speed increases.
..– Time and the elements weaken a trailer tire.
..– 3 to 5 years is the average life expectancy of a trailer tire,regardless of mileage.
..– It is estimated that in approximately three years, roughly one-third of a tire's strength is gone.
..– After three years, depending upon storage and conditions of usage, consider replacing trailer tires even if they have tread depth remaining.
..– After five years, trailer tires should be replaced in all cases.
Not a good choice for the OPs tire needs.
