LT Tire vs ST Tire
I assumed I wanted ST Tires for my camper and some people are telling me to go with LT Tires. Now I'm confused, and guess I shouldn't assume.
Forum Discussion
Wishin wrote:
I think everyone can agree that if you can go to a tire that has a higher load rating, your chances of having an issue with a tire will go down. Personally I believe that LT tires are generally of higher quality compared to ST tires, but I can't prove it. My tires are so small that LT tires are not an option for me anyway. Another disadvantage of ST tires is the 65 mph speed limit. I don't normally drive faster than that, but occasionally run slightly over. LT tires are generally rated for 99 mph.
I'd try to find a tire (ST or LT) that has a higher load rating than what you have now if it will fit under your trailer with enough clearance and also fit your rim. New steel rims for a trailer really aren't that expensive anyway if you can go up a rim size or need wider rims to fit a bigger tire. Giving your self more load rating will give you a better margin of safety regardless of tire type. Many trailers come with tires with barely enough capacity which I think is part of the problem.
With all due respect, IMHO no one towing a trailer has any business going over 65 mph. So the speed rating on ST tires shouldn't be a factor. Again, IMHO.
