Changing a tire on tt what do you use?

tinner12002 wrote:

bpounds wrote:

tinner12002 wrote:
I carry a trailer-aid, bottle jack, a 20volt Dewalt 1/2 impact with sockets, a 1/2" drive torque wrench and sometimes a 3 ton floor jack. I think I have it covered. Oh and 2 spares...lol!

You are either a guy who expects the worst (flats), or a guy who really enjoys changing tires.:)

Just kidding of course. I haven't had to change a trailer tire on the road in over 20 years, and even then it wasn't an RV. Have not yet had a flat on a camper, so perhaps complacency has led me to feel safe carrying the bare essentials. Yes, I am knocking on wood.

Personally I think all the torque checking some folks do is counterproductive. Like those who have to dig out the torque wrench every morning before setting out. Yes I torque them at installation, and I check them a couple of times during the first trip. Unless something weird catches my attention, there is no good reason to keep clicking them over repeatedly. Way too obsessive/compulsive, and likely to stress the studs over time.

When I first got my RV, my 3rd trip out I scuffed a curb on one side through a toll booth. About 100 miles later I had my first flat, 50 miles after that I had my second flat. As soon as I got back home I upgraded to 16" wheels and tires. Not had any issues to date but I don't mind being prepared. I travel with a toy hauler so I have the room to carry pretty much whatever I need though other than the spares, things don't require much room. I haven't used the trailer-aid so not sure how it will work if I do need it so I have alternatives...lol!