Maxxis Trailer Tires-why so much better?
Thinking about replacing the tires on my camper with Maxxis. But, what is the real difference between these and other ST trailer tires? Otherwise-why are they better? Looking for a real response an...
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dragr1 wrote:gmw photos wrote:
So let's say a guy has a 9000 pound camper that has 13% tongue weight. That leaves about 7900 pounds on the trailer axles.
Now then, for instance, four 225/70-15 LT tires have a combined load capacity of 9880 pounds at 65 psi.
7900 pounds divided by 9880 pounds of capacity is 80%.
Perfect. Gotta love being at a a comfortable 20% reserve capacity, with a tire of known quality that is not speed restricted to 65 mph.
Mine is just under 9000 pounds on the axles
My mistake in reading your original post. My apologies for that.
Four LT tires of 9880 pounds of capacity is still giving you 9% reserve.
If it were mine, I would attempt to go to 16" wheels, but as we know, one needs to consider if they have room for them.
Curious, what axles are under it ?
