ST vs LT Tires -- I'm confused
I've moved up from a TT to a 5'er. Years ago I replaced the TT tires with Maxxis ST based on just about universal recommendations. Had them for 3 yrs without a single problem of any type. Now I'v...
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caberto wrote:
I can only tell you my experience... I've had no issues with ST tires. I've had the original Towmax and now the Goodyear Marathons (ST235/80r-16E) and have had no issues in all types of weather with almost a 12K lb loaded fiver. I stay at 65 mph or less (as indicated they are made for) and always make sure they're at 80 psi before hitting the road. Looking at other fivers on the road, they're all passing me at over 65 mph, and I'm pretty sure not all of them have LT tires, so those are probably the ones that later complain about blowouts. But after all is said and done, it's your choice. Will I eventually go to LT? Maybe, IDK... but my axles are 7K, so I don't even know if I can, I haven't had a need to look into it, knock on wood :-)
Keep on knockin' - a lot..:S
I never had any "issues" with GY Marathons on a 19' TT.
Things sure changed with a 34' 5th..:R
(Never over 60mph, correct pressure, etc.)
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OP - suggest you do some *search* "homework".
Pick a tire topic - a tire brand, or just "tires" for a keyword - and you will have hours of reading!
("Goodyear Marathon", "Goodyear", "Marathon" would be a fun start)
Read & heed (most of) the info, advice and experiences you find..;)
If you have 15" wheels, your choices are limited. Look to Maxxis.
If you have 16" wheels - Michelin XPS Ribs or BFG TAs (also Michelin) will be an x'lnt choice.
