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HELP... Trailer Tires
My buddy is taking a friends 39' Nor-Tech down for the winter to Florida on my MYCO, he blew another tire just 30 minutes out of Cape Coral... When I say another it's happened twice last year coming home from FT. Lauderdale with my 39 NT on it... Time for new tires when the trailer gets home tomorrow as my boat is heading to Florida in 5 weeks for the winter.
The question, what is the best trailer tire on the market, what rating do I need etc... Any help would be appreciated as i want to do this just once. Thanks in advance, Patrick |
I have gladiator 14 plys on mine, been back and forth to florida, ohio and connecticut... the stiffer sidewalls make it tow like a dream and turn better when backing because of less sidewall flex.. its also easier on the torsion joints with stiffer sidewalls. i think the size is 235/85/16
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What's your tire size?
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Pat,
The Sailun 14 ply tires get great reviews on the Toy Hauler and RV sites. https://simpletire.com/sailun-235-85...RoCbM4QAvD_BwE That's probably where I would invest my money if I were you. Gladiator also has good reviews, but I hear more about the Sailun tires. Also, be certain of two things. Do NOT park the trailer on grass when not in use. Gravel, boards, boards with Teflon sheets or asphalt shingles on top, concrete, or pavement; preferred in that order. Parking on dirt/grass destroys tires. Moisture wicks up from the dirt/grass and affects the tire's composition. AND, be certain that the tires are covered and protected from UV rays. I use and recommend these: I have also been using this trailer TPMS for the past year, and it's worth EVERY penny. Be certain to get new high-pressure valve stems with a brass core put in your wheels with the new tires. And then invest in the trailer TPMS. It is waterproof. https://www.minderresearch.com/tireminder/ |
I've owned the 14 ply 16" Sailuns and also the Gladiators. All were used on several different large triple axle boat transport trailers with torsion axles. Many many miles on these trailers and never had a blow out with either of those tires. Both are good tires but Sailuns are my first choice if I have the option. |
Originally Posted by pat@osp
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I've owned the 14 ply 16" Sailuns and also the Gladiators. All were used on several different large triple axle boat transport trailers with torsion axles. Many many miles on these trailers and never had a blow out with either of those tires. Both are good tires but Sailuns are my first choice if I have the option. |
Like you, my trailer tires started failing near the same time. After the third one blew and the fourth had wires protruding I changed to a bigger diameter tire and higher weight rating. Now they don't flex constantly while going down the road. I bought Marathons.
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Trailer tires blow in succession because they are all abused in the same fashion. I had one go on my Toy Hauler that damaged the floor, lower trim, insulation, and side panel. Bought 8 new ones (2 spares) the next week. I did the same on my Myco a several years back. |
Thanks guys.... Going to look at trailer this afternoon to get tire size and order a six this afternoon!!
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Lots if info in the Trailer section of the forum as of late.
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I looked everywhere a few months ago and everything pointed to the sailuns. Cheapest price was way mart online of all places. They are thick!! Unfortunately had some engine set backs so don’t know how they tow. |
Originally Posted by Spicy
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Thanks guys.... Going to look at trailer this afternoon to get tire size and order a six this afternoon!!
Hit me up hen you come to Pompano |
Originally Posted by Cash Bar
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Get the spare too.
Hit me up hen you come to Pompano |
Goodyear or Michellin tires only. The china brands will blow out quick!
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The Sailun 637s are awesome. Had them on a triple axle car trailer, with 12k on the axles, the tires had zero flex. Couldn't even tell the trailer was loaded. Towed FL to CA and back, no issues.
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Originally Posted by ToMorrow44
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The Sailun 637s are awesome. Had them on a triple axle car trailer, with 12k on the axles, the tires had zero flex. Couldn't even tell the trailer was loaded. Towed FL to CA and back, no issues.
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It is recommended that tires be taken out of service 6 years from the date of manufacture. How old were your tires.
Most trailer tires probably dont wear out but die of old age. It is. Probably a reason that tires go in succcesion soon after the first one. |
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