+1 size or not

[ianmac23]

I currently have 205/75r14 and it looks like I could go up to 215/75r14 on the same rim. I would gain 200 pounds in capacity. I am not maxed out but it would give me more room. What do you think?

Thanks

[JIMNLIN]

Tachdriver wrote:

coolbreeze01 wrote:
I go up a size or 2 and go for E rated tires. There are some good brand choices in 14", what do you intend to buy?

+1 on this, Kumho makes this tire. Check Tire Rack for specs.

The Kumho 857 is a D rated tire at 65 psi and a very good upgrade for tires on a trailer.

Just make sure your present 14" wheel can handle the higher pressures if you decide to go with them.

[gotsmart]

If the OP's wheels are 14" x 6" I suggest replacing them with 15" x 7" wheels - just for the better selection of available tire brands and sizes.

[wa8yxm]

Well, you will gain TIRE capacity, reduce the odds of a blow out and increase tire life as well as bearing life (Cooler not turning as fast).

What you will NOT do is increase the RV's cargo carrying capacity. That is a function of the axle and springs.

[Tvov]

And, most important, most trucks look better with larger tires....

You might have a slight change in your speedometer reading? But I don't think it would be enough to worry about.

[APT]

I did exactly that a last spring. Go for it!

[Tachdriver]

coolbreeze01 wrote:
I go up a size or 2 and go for E rated tires. There are some good brand choices in 14", what do you intend to buy?

+1 on this, Kumho makes this tire. Check Tire Rack for specs.

[BurbMan]

As long as you room for bigger tires in terms of top/side clearance, I would do it.

[coolbreeze01]

I go up a size or 2 and go for E rated tires. There are some good brand choices in 14", what do you intend to buy?

[fla-gypsy]

Just do it!

[Grandpere]

Lets make it unanimous, definitely make the change.

[ianmac23]

Yes 200 for each tire gained in capacity

[Dakota98]

YES, by all means.

[midnightsadie]

if thats 200# on each tire? I,d do it. how about ply rating that,ll up the #,s