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Re: Maxxis M8008 still good?
JBarca wrote: HaulinBass02 wrote: I am prepping for our big 3000 mile round trip this summer and want to get rid of the stock tires on our 2021 KZ Connect. I have used Maxxis M8008 tires in the past and they USED to be THE tire that was considered the best. I’m just wondering if they are still the best or a really good tire at the very least. Hi Haulin, I looked up your camper, this one correct? https://www.kz-rv.com/2021-products/connect-se-travel-trailers/2021-C312BHKSE.html What I was looking for was the GVWR and the tire size. It lists a 9,460 GVWR and 15" tires, but does not state a load range. I'm going on the assumption you "might" have ST225/75R15 load range D? I'm hoping they did not set you up on ST205/75R15 Load range D which is a smaller tire in diameter and weight capacity. If you are on the ST205's we really need to talk about this. Getting the right tire weight rating is as important for long-lasting as the tire brand. Those of us with 10,000# GVWR campers fall into this issue as interply shear wants to play havoc on tandem or triple axle trailers tearing the tire apart in turns. The only way to help gain more safety factor to ward off the interplay shear, is to get more reserve tire capacity above the heaviest loaded wheel. I was recommended to get at least 20% more reserve capacity above the heaviest loaded wheel as the target to help ward off the interplay shear effect. I had 3 of my ST tires fail from this issue and was on the ST225/75R15 LR D's. I did not have the 20% extra, but I had all the weight slips and was under the tire weight rating. In this case, to get out of the problem, you up a load range to E's if you are staying with 15" ST trailer tires, or you change wheels to 16" and go to LT225/75R16 LR E. In my case, I spent the money to go with the 16" LTs and deal with the wheel well clearance issues on the 10K loaded camper in my sig. Now on the brands, there are only three brands I would recommend from my experience. The Endurance only makes ST's in the E load range on the ST225/75R15s; they do not offer the D's, hmmm maybe GY knows something about this! The Maxxis, I have had good luck with them, other than the heavy weather checking in the treads and sidewalls at the 5-year mark. By then, the tire needs to be changed anyway. They do offer D and E, again getting the right size with enough reserve capacity. The Carlisle Radial Trail HD, these, and only this tire from them for a travel trailer that tows long distance, heavy. https://www.carlislebrandtires.com/our-products/product-detail/radial-trail-hd/ Carlisle used to have a big issue with ST trailer tires, but when they redesigned them to this Radial Trail HD, they corrected their issues just like GY did with the Endruance over the Marathons. I used these on my flatbed trailers and project campers. Again, get the right weight rating with the needed reserve capacity. Hope this helps John Yes that is my camper. They put 225/75/15 D on it from the factory. I’ve bee RVing for 20+ years and know they go with the bare minimum. They have been ok-ish for the few short trips but I’m not looking at having a failure in the middle of vacation if I can help it. I am bumping up to the same size tire in an E rating. Not wanting to spend the money for 16” wheels and tires as I don’t think it is necessary for me. I forgot about Carlisle but my last experience was prior to their re-design when my dad was going through tires left and right on his 5er. I will look into those as well.2.3KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Maxxis M8008 still good?
ktmrfs wrote: I switched from Maxxis to goodyear endurance. cost was basically the same, endurance is a real >65mph speed rated trailer tire (85mph IIRC) without any load reduction based on speed. AFAIK Maxxis is still an excellent , but in my mind no longer the top of the heap, I was looking on Maxxis’ website before I posted this and wanted to see if their “plus” designation was for speed rating. Saw nothing referring to speed ratings or de-rating weight for speed. I may need to send them an email and ask…2.3KViews0likes0CommentsHensley Arrow tips
Group I just got a complete Hensley Arrow for a song and a dance. I tow. 38’ TT with our ‘05 Excursion. I do have airbags and upgraded suspension on the Excursion but I still didn’t feel stable with the Reese dual cam sway set up. I realize there is a big learning curve to using the Hensley, so any tips and trick to getting it set up and to make hitching a little easier? I’ve heard the hitching part is the big bear…..3KViews0likes13CommentsMaxxis M8008 still good?
I am prepping for our big 3000 mile round trip this summer and want to get rid of the stock tires on our 2021 KZ Connect. I have used Maxxis M8008 tires in the past and they USED to be THE tire that was considered the best. I’m just wondering if they are still the best or a really good tire at the very least.4.8KViews0likes14CommentsFinally took delivery!
We are so excited to have taken delivery of our 2021 KZ Connect SE 312BHKSE!! After selling our old rig in July, we weren’t sure when we would get a new one. All the dealers were sold out of the rig we wanted!! We literally bought this from a dealer while it was still in process at the plant. It has everything we want and then some! Taking our time getting it outfitted before our first trip around Christmas. It’s funny how picky you can be with a rig when you have bought 3 others before. We knew what we wanted and were patient enough to wait.2.3KViews0likes6CommentsRe: I think I FINALLY found the TT
If I remember correctly off of my 2013 F-150, without a weight distribution hitch, the rating for a tongue load is only 500lbs, 600 at best. Not to mention the weight carrying capacity of the hitch is lower WITHOUT weight distribution meaning you will overload the hitch as it isn’t designed to take that much weight on tthe frame back there without the transfer of weight from a proper WD hitch. I don’t think much, if anything has changed on the hitch between the years. I highly recommend weight distribution also because the F-150 is sprung fairly soft and it will squat a lot. I know from personal experience.631Views0likes0CommentsRe: Venture RV construction
Goducks10 I’m thinking same thing. For the length, it is heavy empty. It can only be due to the heavier wood construction. That being said, a lot of the complaints were due to cracking of the fiberglass and possible flex which I attribute to swelling and movement of the wood frame. Granted, there are a lot of people that love theirs but there also seems to be an equal amount of people that hate the lack of QC.1.5KViews0likes0CommentsVenture RV construction
Folks, we are getting closer to buying a new TT and I’ve been drawn to the VentUre RV Sport Trek 320VIK. It hit all the buttons and check marks for my wife and I but I’m questioning the use of wood framing in a higher end RV in a day and age where lightweight and aluminum framing go hand in hand. This will be our 4th RV and arguably one of our nicer ones and one that MUST last 10-12 years for us. What are the thoughts and consensus from Sport Trek owners? This might be my biggest hangup with the camper. Everything else LOOKS nice I just wonder about the structure of this particular TT.3.1KViews0likes4CommentsRe: Lacrosse quality?
CFerguson wrote: I dont know your specs, but a quick internet search says the top towing Excursion is 11k#. If your trailer of choice is 11k# before adding all your gear, I'd recommend upgrading your tow vehicle. I'm not saying people dont tow over their limts every day, just that......its inadvisable. 11k is the GVWR not empty weight. So yes, I would be maxing out the tow rating of my Excursion. Which brings me to a sticking point. I’m trying to fathom WHAT vehicle RV manus feel that people will be able to tow these larger FAMILY TT with? The last Excursion, which would be the best option, was built in ‘05. No other family style SUV can handle a trailer that big. I for one would rather not take 2 cars on vacation, which is why we have the Excursion, for being able to tow a larger TT with all the family in one vehicle...... And the circle goes around again..... Now, not saying any of it is right or wrong, but the Excursion forums are FULL of guys with beefed up Ex’s towing upwards of 12k. All day every day. And by beefed up we are talking about the springs off an F-350 that Ford should have put on there from the get go.645Views0likes0Comments
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