Towmax PowerKing blow out pics
Yep this happened. Hard to believe the way the tread rolled off and sidewall split. Max air at 65psi was checked b4 leaving, about 20 miles into trip, going between 55-65 in 85 degree temps. Tires ...
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My C rated tires were 7 years old when I replaced them. They had the 15,000 miles I put on them plus what ever the previous owner had on them.
I chose D rated replacements because the load rating charts gave me some leeway on the tire pressure.
You can go with the factory suggested tires, upgrade the load rating or even switch from STs to LTs. None of this makes any difference when you run over a road hazard. If not caught immediately you will shred the tire.
I have had three flats while towing, one on the TT I caught as a leak while checking tire pressure and two on the TV. All three were punctures caused by a nail or similar road hazard. My truck has tpm built in which was handy. My TT does not but should, as a flat is less noticeable on a TT.
I chose D rated replacements because the load rating charts gave me some leeway on the tire pressure.
You can go with the factory suggested tires, upgrade the load rating or even switch from STs to LTs. None of this makes any difference when you run over a road hazard. If not caught immediately you will shred the tire.
I have had three flats while towing, one on the TT I caught as a leak while checking tire pressure and two on the TV. All three were punctures caused by a nail or similar road hazard. My truck has tpm built in which was handy. My TT does not but should, as a flat is less noticeable on a TT.
