Wanting to change from STs to LTs..........
We are the proud new owners of a 2007 K-Z Sportsman 5th wheel. The unit is in EXCELLENT shape for its age. This is our first (but likely won't be our last). I have read numerous posts on the argu...
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jimnlin wrote:
Excellent point for a highway trailer. Now if the OP goes off roading then that type tread will help tracking in mud/etc.
Tires for trailers need at least one solid rib in the center of the tread or both edges for best tracking/handling.
Well, we do plan on taking this trailer onto some backroads. That is one of the reasons we bought a smaller trailer. As a matter-of-fact, if we could have found one at 20 feet, that would be the one we purchased. We are wanting to do dry camping to get closer to nature for me and to the stars for my wife. lol
Me Again wrote:
I would install LT235/85R16E R250's on 6 or 6.5 zero offset wheels and deal with stocks as necessary. On trailers it is very important to have zero offset wheels centered on hub bearings. Just ask Titanium owners that got OEM axles and wheels that were not setup that way.
That is an interesting and important tidbit about the offset.
bpounds wrote:
I suspect you're throwing a lot of money at a problem that doesn't exist. At most you could consider going up to an E rated tire in the same size, and probably only pay around $25 total extra for all four over the D rated.
I couldn't find an E rated tire in a 15" size. Am I missing something or are all the 15" tires limited to 2540 pounds?
