Maxxis M8008 or Carlisle Trail HD
I need new tires on my 5th wheel toy hauler. 235/80R16 E rated. It has Maxxis M8008s on it now from 2013 and they are starting to develop cracks on the sidewalls. We are going to be putting quite a fe...
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Cant go wrong with either option.
Personally I've become a real fanboy of the Carlisle HD (an improved RH series).
The Endurance tires appear to compete with these two, having nearly the same ratings, which include higher speed ratings. Their claim to fame right now is "Made in America" and people are going (falling?) for it. Time will tell. They will be out there in masses as they are becoming the OEM tire option for a few major trailer OEM's. This could back fire on Goodyear, where they have high volumes on the road, and thus a higher number of reported failures. Again...time will tell.
To be fair, depending how heavy your 5th wheel is and how often and far you travel, there may be commercial grade tires that are better suited for you, at a cost. Sailunes are competitively prices, have a good rep, but made in China. Goodyear G614's and Michelin Ribs are popular as well.
Personally I've become a real fanboy of the Carlisle HD (an improved RH series).
The Endurance tires appear to compete with these two, having nearly the same ratings, which include higher speed ratings. Their claim to fame right now is "Made in America" and people are going (falling?) for it. Time will tell. They will be out there in masses as they are becoming the OEM tire option for a few major trailer OEM's. This could back fire on Goodyear, where they have high volumes on the road, and thus a higher number of reported failures. Again...time will tell.
To be fair, depending how heavy your 5th wheel is and how often and far you travel, there may be commercial grade tires that are better suited for you, at a cost. Sailunes are competitively prices, have a good rep, but made in China. Goodyear G614's and Michelin Ribs are popular as well.
