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stratcat
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May 04, 2014

Carlisle trailer tires

Visited my local Discount tire today. The salesman was pushing the New Carlisle tires they are selling. Speed rating is 87 mph on an ST tire. Claims they are a special build for Discount. He didn't seem to want to order the Maxxis tires, but would if I persisted.

I have a TT . gross weight is 9K lbs. my loaded weight runs near 7500 lbs. I have concerns about the OEM tires (Towmax) on the trailer. I'm getting frustrated on trying to figure what tire to purchase.

presently running 225/75/15 ST.
Seeking Advice

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  • danager's avatar
    danager
    Explorer
    May 04, 2014
    Two of my wheels are at the local tire shop right now. I pick them up tomorrow with a new set of Carlisle ST's on them. A few people I know run them on their trailers with no issues.

    I ran the original cheap tires for four years. Decided to replace them as I ran under inflated last year and damaged them. Pulled on off and it had a crack the entire height of the sidewall. I doubly that would have survived another trip.
  • grampachet's avatar
    grampachet
    Explorer
    May 04, 2014
    I have @3000 miles on mine so far with no problems. They have the chainlink symbol on them that is supposed to be the better tires. They actually gave me for $10 per tire a lifetime guarantee if they ever fail and are not bald they would replace them.

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