New tires for my 16K fifth wheel

[howardwheeler]

I just checked my current Goodyear G614 RST tires for age and they are five and a half years old. They are load range G LT235/85/R16. This is the first set I’ve ever NOT had a blowout on. Basically trouble free. First question, should I age them out at five years? Second question, though these Goodyear’s have finally been good tires with zero problems, are there any recommendations as to a better choice? I am most concerned with no blowouts. I’ve had my share of experiences and don’t want any more. I am fastidious with air pressure and keep my TST TPMS active at all times when towing. What do you think is the best choice if indeed I should age out at five years. Thanks for any recommendations. I am okay with replacing these with the identical tire since finally I’m getting good service from a tire. I have relatively new HiSpec rims and don’t want to move to a 17.5 rim because of expense. Again, thanks for any thoughts.

[cummins2014]

larry barnhart wrote:
Yes I am serious. I don't go down the road on the cell phone. Just wondering if something has changed. chevman

Yup ,still made in China ,and still the best G & H rated trailer tire on the market hands down. Yes the type of country that builds many quality products , as does many other foreign countries . As well as junk ,as does many other countries .

I too do not go down the road on my cell phone , but yes I caught the meaning.

[larry_barnhart]

Yes I am serious. I don't go down the road on the cell phone. Just wondering if something has changed. chevman

[cummins2014]

larry barnhart wrote:
sailuns still made in china? chevman

I’m assuming you are serious, yes they are . FYI our I phones are also made in China .

[larry_barnhart]

sailuns still made in china? chevman

[cummins2014]

howardwheeler wrote:
Four Sailuns ordered. I will have my mechanic put them on next week. Thanks for the recommendations.

Wise decision , you will be happy with their performance .

[howardwheeler]

Four Sailuns ordered. I will have my mechanic put them on next week. Thanks for the recommendations.

[lostdog]

Sailun!

[fj12ryder]

Cummins12V98 wrote:

buc1980 wrote:
I use to have GY 614 back in 2005.They was a disaster tire for 3-4 years.That make me go to Michelin rib (not to good for heavy trailers)and then Sailun.Well that the tire to use now a lot cheaper and a lot better.

See you drive a newer more dependable Ford truck. So the HORRIBLE previous Ford Diesel record didn't steer you away I guess.......

Well, FWIW, I did have horrible experiences with Chevrolet products, and have never, and will never, buy another one. So yeah, a bad experience can sometimes totally bias you against a product.

[cummins2014]

buc1980 wrote:
I use to have GY 614 back in 2005.They was a disaster tire for 3-4 years.That make me go to Michelin rib (not to good for heavy trailers)and then Sailun.Well that the tire to use now a lot cheaper and a lot better.

The key words "A LOT BETTER ", makes sense . Goodyears were a disaster , big reason many do not trust them. They have improved ,but not to the point of the dependability of the Sailun ,and price . No need to settle for second best ,when the Sailun is available .

Yes the 6.7 Powerstroke is a much better motor then their 6.0 or 6.4 🙂

[Cummins12V98]

buc1980 wrote:
I use to have GY 614 back in 2005.They was a disaster tire for 3-4 years.That make me go to Michelin rib (not to good for heavy trailers)and then Sailun.Well that the tire to use now a lot cheaper and a lot better.

See you drive a newer more dependable Ford truck. So the HORRIBLE previous Ford Diesel record didn't steer you away I guess.......

[buc1980]

I use to have GY 614 back in 2005.They was a disaster tire for 3-4 years.That make me go to Michelin rib (not to good for heavy trailers)and then Sailun.Well that the tire to use now a lot cheaper and a lot better.

[cummins2014]

mtofell1 wrote:
Replace them.... lot's of failures start around the 5/6 year mark. A friend I camp with each year tried to push it and had 2 blowouts within a couple weeks on 6 year old tires. Got me to go replace my 4.5 year old ones. It's just not worth the potential problems. Rolling around on new rubber feels great.

4.5 seems a bit soon, but 5-6 has worked for me. Especially the Sailuns . I think 7 was mentioned ,thats taking a big chance .

[mtofell1]

Replace them.... lot's of failures start around the 5/6 year mark. A friend I camp with each year tried to push it and had 2 blowouts within a couple weeks on 6 year old tires. Got me to go replace my 4.5 year old ones. It's just not worth the potential problems. Rolling around on new rubber feels great.

[cummins2014]

Lwiddis wrote:
After perfect service why would you search for something else?

Well for starters nothings perfect , but there is better , and better weight ratings . Sailun is that tire .