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Re: Trailer Tires
I would like to thank everyone for their input on the topic of tires. Due to my tire size (225/75R/15) I discovered that availability was fairly limited. I did check on Michelins & Bridgestones but they are not available in this size. I ended up ordering the Maxxis tires from Discount Tire. Due to the empty weight of the new 5th wheel that I will be buying, I wanted something that had a better weight load rating. The Maxxis ST's are a 10 ply tire which should be more than adequate to carry my rig which has an empty weight of approx. 7600 lbs. In order to get into larger tires that would mean new rims and I'm not prepared to tackle that extra expense at this time. That will be a project that goes on my "to do" list of future enhancements to this (new to me) 5'er. Happy trails to everyone.352Views0likes0CommentsRe: LED project on Sunday
To Unit505, very nice looking install…, your hired! It will make your rig stand out and be the talk of the camp ground or tailgate party. For nighttime use, red color is the way to go because it interferes the least with the human eyes ability to focus in the dark.408Views0likes0CommentsRe: Trailer Tires
Just a quick footnote, I checked Discount Tire for the Michelin & Duravis R250 in my tires size and both would have to be ordered. Apparently, my tire size isn't common enough to keep in stock. Guess I need to make a trip to the store and see about possibly changing the tire size in order to get into either of these other tire brands. The Duravis is a good looking tire, nice tread pattern.192Views0likes0CommentsRe: Trailer Tires
I've been reading some of the past posts for 'ST' tires versus 'LT' tires and I'm a bit confused. If what I'm reading is correct, then the 'ST' tires have a better reinforced sidewall to handle the flexing that occurs when the trailer is being towed and maneuvered and 'LT' tires don't have that. Is that correct? I only run BFG 'AT' on my trucks. When I can get 80,000 miles out of a tire with no flats or blow outs, that's very good value in my opinion. That being said…, I don't see anyone advocating running 'AT' tires on a trailer. In regards to the personal opinions that I have read of past tire posts, I think so long as I purchase an 'E' rated tire (8 or 10 ply) whether it be Carlisle or Maxiss I will probably get good performance out of either. I will do some further research on the Duravis & Michelin. I'm leaning towards the Maxiss but the only downside I see so far is availability. If most places don't keep it in stock that could be problematic in the event of a tire mishap and having to special order a replacement tire. I'll keep reading and thanks for the input thus far.192Views0likes0CommentsTrailer Tires
Good afternoon fellow 5'ers. I am in the process of buying a used 5'er and would like to put new tires on it before I move it to it's new home since it has been sitting parked in the same spot for the last few years. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure…, you know the old adage and I want to avoid any tire issues trying to move it. That being said, I've been comparing the Maxxis M8008 ST Radial BS Trailer Tire versus the Carlisle Radial Trail RH Trailer Tire (both E1 rated). I primarily tow between Texas/Arizona where asphalt is pretty darn warm and daytime temperatures are downright hot except in the winter time! If anyone has any personal experience towing with either of these tires I would be grateful for your input on tire performance & tracking review. The Maxxis looks as though it is a slightly beefier tire but that could just be the pictures. Before I spend the money for the tires I would like to hear from other 5'ers that are actually towing with either of these tires and read your input on them. Thanks. DBTex5.2KViews0likes23CommentsRe: Eliminating new trailer smell?
When I bought my 12 yr. old 5th wheel it had that new smell also. I tried the odor absorbers which were somewhat effective until they reached the 2 month mark and then no longer worked. I bought several small pumpkin spice candles and placed them in different areas from front to back. This works very well. Now every time I open the door to go inside it smells like fresh baked pumpkin pies inside the trailer. Just keep in mind, get a scent that you really enjoy smelling. Worse case scenario; if you don't like the scent burn the candles and try a different scent. I have had the candles inside the trailer for over a year now with no lessening of the scent. If you decide to try this route, I do suggest that you find some candles that are wrapped in plastic. Just tear off a portion of the plastic on top but leave the sides and bottom wrapped in plastic. The reason for this is during the summer, if your trailer stays shut up, you don't want the candles to inadvertently melt when the temperature rises inside a closed trailer. Hope this helps and good luck.522Views0likes0Comments
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