Hi everyone, just recovering from an unexpected tire blowout this past weekend. The tires on my TT are Freestar. I want to replace all with new tires that are quality. My choices in brands in my area are TowMax and Carlisle. Does anyone have any first hand experience with these two brands? Yes, I am meticulous- my trailer is always covered when not in use for long periods and I always keep the air pressure checked,etc, etc ,etc. Based on your personal experience, can I expect these two brand to last 5 years if I maintain them properly? Thanks everyone for any first hand experience you can give me to help make a better choice.

In my opinion trailer tires are all similar unless you're using LT truck tires.Installing the next load size if possible i.e. D to E and a TPMS is the way to go.

Got a question? How long were the Freestar on your trailer? Just curious...haven't had no blow out on my trailer but I have had one on my truck while pulling the trailer. My truck tires were manufactured about 2006 on a 2007 Chevrolet but they only had 16K on them.

Use Maxxis tires. All the other trailer tires are made in China and are blow-outs just waiting to happen. If your trailer has 16" tires then I would go with an LT truck tire.

I bought my trailer new Jan 2013. This is their fourth summer.

I had Carlisle tires on my previous camper. They were 4 years old when we traded for our current trailer and the tires were still good. (so my dealer said, anyway, because I had them specifically inspect the tires for the sale).

I need first hand experience from you all...please

Retired_JSO
Explorer
May 12, 2016
You can get a D or E rated Maxxis tires in 15". They are available through Discount Tire stores in the Washington State Area.
DutchmenSport
Explorer
May 12, 2016
I had Carlisle tires on my previous camper. They were 4 years old when we traded for our current trailer and the tires were still good. (so my dealer said, anyway, because I had them specifically inspect the tires for the sale).
Rainier
Explorer
May 12, 2016
I bought my trailer new Jan 2013. This is their fourth summer.
azdryheat
Explorer
May 12, 2016
Use Maxxis tires. All the other trailer tires are made in China and are blow-outs just waiting to happen. If your trailer has 16" tires then I would go with an LT truck tire.
Mark_and_Linda
Explorer
May 12, 2016
Got a question? How long were the Freestar on your trailer? Just curious...haven't had no blow out on my trailer but I have had one on my truck while pulling the trailer. My truck tires were manufactured about 2006 on a 2007 Chevrolet but they only had 16K on them.
netaq
Explorer
May 12, 2016
In my opinion trailer tires are all similar unless you're using LT truck tires.

Installing the next load size if possible i.e. D to E and a TPMS is the way to go.

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