Trailer Tires

[jeffymurray1957]

Good morning inmates. As most of you know I have a business transporting boats around the country with my fleet of trucks. Todays PSA is about the forgotten trailer tire. Unlike the rest of of the country boat owners in Calif and Az are more concerned about the look than the function. Everyone at Havasu wants a low profile wide tire to look cool but those tires are really not for long distance and not for a trailer. I have a driver right now on interstate 5 southbound in Oregon with a blowout and we can not find a matching tire at any store because they are a size that is not really for a boat trailer but more for just the look. And to top it off the manufacture code is way old. That is my mistake for not checking the date.. People your trailer tires may look good and have plenty of tread but when the tire manufacture date is too old they will come apart. even if your boat just sits in storage and goes 5 miles to the ramp and back after 3 or 4 years they are not suitable for long distance. Most boat owners spend thousands upon thousands of dollars for their boats and skip on some maintenance items because its not a shiny item that they can show off to there friends. People take care of your tires so that you don't have to worry about a tire blowing out and possibly damaging your fender at the same time.

This has been a public service announcement from your friendly transporter

 

[CLdrinker]

No cool factor posting tire pics on the gram bro!

 

[Deja_Vu]

According to Discount Tire...after 3 years, trailer tires lose 1/3 of their strength

I always replace them after 5 years, no matter how good they look.

https://www.discounttire.com/learn/trailer-tire-faqs

 

[Motor Boater]

Jeff do you move anything besides boats. I need this moved from Aubrey Texas to Reno Nevada.

 

[jeffymurray1957]

I am working on buying a sport chassis that can handle that but for now my one ton truck I don't think it would be safe

 

[jeffymurray1957]

Jeff do you move anything besides boats. I need this moved from Aubrey Texas to Reno Nevada.

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what is the weight and dimensions of the trailer?

 

[boatsntoys]

I buy these on Amazon. Got 4 a few weeks ago. Waiting till they are in stock again and pick up some more.

$291.80. For a set of 4. Includes the chrome riveted rims, shipping, mounting, sales tax. No other fees. Show up on my porch. No hassles. Been using them for a few years and no problem. Not the best trailer tire, but far from the worst.

 

[checkrd past]

According to Discount Tire...after 3 years, trailer tires lose 1/3 of their strength

I always replace them after 5 years, no matter how good they look.

https://www.discounttire.com/learn/trailer-tire-faqs

After a shreaded tire last year at windsor on 4 year old tires . just about every person talked to says 3 years max in the havasu envrioment

 

[SCV2RVR]

Some guy on River Whips had an issue with trailer tires this morning. Some trailer damage but luckily didn't flip the truck or boat.

 

[SCV2RVR]

View attachment 669816 I buy these on Amazon. Got 4 a few weeks ago. Waiting till they are in stock again and pick up some more.

$291.80. For a set of 4. Includes the chrome riveted rims, shipping, mounting, sales tax. No other fees. Show up on my porch. No hassles. Been using them for a few years and no problem. Not the best trailer tire, but far from the worst.

Do you just throw away the old rims?

 

[454Rocket]

Myco put LT truck tires on my trailer... Thought that was a fantatic idea

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[Singleton]

Some guy on River Whips had an issue with trailer tires this morning. Some trailer damage but luckily didn't flip the truck or boat. View attachment 669822

Tire did not blow. He hit an object in road that he did not see.

 

[Willie B]

...I have a set of four 14” trailer tires I think they are 24 years old ...they look like brand new ...I have them in storage ...when in truth I should probably toss them???

 

[boatsntoys]

Do you just throw away the old rims?

My old rims looked brand new. And the tires were not bad, just old. I sold them as spare tire and rim on Facebook marketplace for $50 a piece.

 

[TPC]

G load rating and don't look back.
Forget Discount tire stores they are too lazy to deal with them

G rated tires are starting to appear standard and as options on new trailers.
We're ordering a new TH and have checked the G option.
Friends run them on everything from enclosed Toyboxes, to flatbeds to horse trailers.
In the brutal heat and distances we all run, go big.

 

[redone76]

G load rating and don't look back.
Forget Discount tire stores they are too lazy to deal with them

G rated tires are starting to appear standard and as options on new trailers.
We're ordering a new TH and have checked the G option.
Friends run them on everything from enclosed Toyboxes, to flatbeds to horse trailers.
In the brutal heat and distances we all run, go big.

Spot-on. I have G-Rated on my flatbed and its been dragged all over the country with zero tire problems

 

[SCV2RVR]

My old rims looked brand new. And the tires were not bad, just old. I sold them as spare tire and rim on Facebook marketplace for $50 a piece.

I found them on Amazon. Pretty cool to have brand new tires and rims show up, and just bolt them on.

Thank you for info!

 

[Runs2rch]

Some guy on River Whips had an issue with trailer tires this morning. Some trailer damage but luckily didn't flip the truck or boat. View attachment 669822

He hit a tire in the road. Slammed on the brakes, swerved etc. Tires were not the problem.

 

[LakeBeard]

View attachment 669816 I buy these on Amazon. Got 4 a few weeks ago. Waiting till they are in stock again and pick up some more.

$291.80. For a set of 4. Includes the chrome riveted rims, shipping, mounting, sales tax. No other fees. Show up on my porch. No hassles. Been using them for a few years and no problem. Not the best trailer tire, but far from the worst.

Can you post a link? I cant seem to find these on AMZ...

 

[DeltaSigBoater]

Some guy on River Whips had an issue with trailer tires this morning. Some trailer damage but luckily didn't flip the truck or boat. View attachment 669822

Tire did not blow. He hit an object in road that he did not see.

He hit a tire in the road. Slammed on the brakes, swerved etc. Tires were not the problem.

Thankfully he and the family are alright. He just replaced the tires too, after a blow out on the way out to Mead for the 4th.

 

[Motor Boater]

what is the weight and dimensions of the trailer?

It’s 60 foot x 12 wide. No clue what it weighs

 

[King295]

I usually just have my transport guy take care of this kind of thing. LOL

 

[King295]

Can you post a link? I cant seem to find these on AMZ...

13'' WHEEL
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007OY8AH0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A2RA9SXXTGVE9R&psc=1

14'' WHEEL following Done-it-again catching the first link
https://www.amazon.com/eCustomRim-Radial-Trailer-Chrome-Rivets/dp/B01FCH8EEY/ref=sr_1_9?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1533331206&sr=1-9&keywords=chrome+mod+w/+rivets

 

[Done-it-again]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007OY8AH0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A2RA9SXXTGVE9R&psc=1

Careful. Those are 13” wheels.

 

[mitch6601]

x2 on what redone and tpc said.

G rated and never look back. Goodyear has g614's that come with 7yr warranty from goodyear. NOT saying I would run them for 7 years but they are the best trailer tire I have ever used and I have had a blow out or two - actually 6 total. Not a singe one since I went to 14belted tires. I have E loads on truck and wont run anything lighter then that and actually want to go heavier if I can find them.

 

[HPBoats83]

Just put these on my toy hauler:

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[King295]

Careful. Those are 13” wheels.

Good catch. Here is the single 14'' version: https://www.amazon.com/eCustomRim-Radial-Trailer-Chrome-Rivets/dp/B01FCH8EEY/ref=sr_1_9?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1533331206&sr=1-9&keywords=chrome+mod+w/+rivets

Here is the 14'' pair, looks like the price has went up: https://www.amazon.com/eCustomRim-Radial-Trailer-Chrome-Rivets/dp/B01FCH8EEY/ref=sr_1_9?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1533331206&sr=1-9&keywords=chrome+mod+w/+rivets

 

[Taboma]

Just put these on my toy hauler:

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What pressure do you run G's --- 100 PSI ? I'd imagine with that many plys they'd have to be as hard as bricks to reducing sidewall flexing and heat build up.

 

[mitch6601]

G's can run up to 110. I run mine on my 5r at 100. I'm sure I could go down to 80 but 100 seems to work nice.

 

[TPC]

What pressure do you run G's --- 100 PSI ? I'd imagine with that many plys they'd have to be as hard as bricks to reducing sidewall flexing and heat build up.

You can run them 90 to 120 psi on the sets we run.

 

[TPC]

Six new Carlisle’s, the tires that are heavily advertised as improved and up to the job all puked by the time we reached the Az triangle on the I-15.
That’s about 350 miles.

Over 20.000 miles on our G 14’s no issues what so ever.
I’ll never use E nor F nor ever smoke weed with Willie again.

 

[Runs2rch]

Six new Carlisle’s, the tires that are heavily advertised as improved and up to the job all puked by the time we reached the Az triangle on the I-15.
That’s about 350 miles.

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Over 20.000 miles on our G 14’s no issues what so ever.
I’ll never use E nor F nor ever smoke weed with Willie again.

Those look like they have been sitting out uncovered for while.

 

[TPC]

14 ply don’t dry out like regular trailer tires
You can run them longer.
Ours will wear out before they time out.

 

[mitch6601]

also a little 303 protectant a few times a year really helps them from sun damage.

 

[TPC]

Those look like they have been sitting out uncovered for while.

That take is quite a stretch from just looking at a pic.
Nope, you’re wrong - bought from America’s the night before. Brand new.
They cook before they go flat run flat and disintegrate.

All three on that side were bad.
The right side of trailers go first we were told by the Az Leo. Our CHP friends agreed.

 

[Runs2rch]

That take is quite a stretch from just looking at a pic.
Nope, you’re wrong bought from America’s the night before. Brand new.

Was just Going by the brown look of the rubber near the bead. I'm guessing now it is more dirt/dust from pulling off the road?

 

[TPC]

Was just Going by the brown look of the rubber near the bead. I'm guessing now it is more dirt/dust from pulling off the road?

The tires were so hot and cooked and deflated the Chrome caps on the lugs detached and we had to wait some time for it all to cool down before we could remove the wheels on hot asphalt on a 114f afternoon.

Also the wheel wells were damaged to the tune of $3900 to fix.
Brake magnets and related hardware grenaded.
G rated is the way to roll. Most find out the hard way.
America’s tire talked me outta 14 ply because they don’t sell them.

I never want to experience this again.

 

[4Waters]

14 ply don’t dry out like regular trailer tires
You can run them longer.
Ours will wear out before they time out.

Where do you find 14 ply tires in 14 or 15in, I can't find them in less than 16in

 

[jeffymurray1957]

It’s 60 foot x 12 wide. No clue what it weighs

You will need oversize permits for the trip, give me a call and lets see 909-285-7486

 

[HALLETT BOY]

My Carlisle’s also , was told new design when bought . To be fair , these are from end of 2011 . But from now , I’m going to car tires , nothing over 6 ply though , with the limited suspension on the boat trailers , you want some sidewall deflection.

 

[havasublondie]

Why not call a Trailer shop that specializes in Trailer needs, if you are concerned for your safety, your family and those on the road with you. Everyone has a opinions... but many are not educated or just don’t care, you get what you pay for! Jeffrey has some valid points by posting this thread. We have seen it all and we know the right applications for your trailers tire needs. Safety first !! Adrenaline Trailers 928-680-1030, www.adrenalinetrailers.com

 

[havasublondie]

Some guy on River Whips had an issue with trailer tires this morning. Some trailer damage but luckily didn't flip the truck or boat. View attachment 669822

We are extremely happy you are ok!

 

[havasublondie]

Good morning inmates. As most of you know I have a business transporting boats around the country with my fleet of trucks. Todays PSA is about the forgotten trailer tire. Unlike the rest of of the country boat owners in Calif and Az are more concerned about the look than the function. Everyone at Havasu wants a low profile wide tire to look cool but those tires are really not for long distance and not for a trailer. I have a driver right now on interstate 5 southbound in Oregon with a blowout and we can not find a matching tire at any store because they are a size that is not really for a boat trailer but more for just the look. And to top it off the manufacture code is way old. That is my mistake for not checking the date.. People your trailer tires may look good and have plenty of tread but when the tire manufacture date is too old they will come apart. even if your boat just sits in storage and goes 5 miles to the ramp and back after 3 or 4 years they are not suitable for long distance. Most boat owners spend thousands upon thousands of dollars for their boats and skip on some maintenance items because its not a shiny item that they can show off to there friends. People take care of your tires so that you don't have to worry about a tire blowing out and possibly damaging your fender at the same time.

This has been a public service announcement from your friendly transporter

 

[havasublondie]

Great post! River Dave stopped by the shop today to say hi and Wayne & I mentioned you and your thread. Safe travels out there bud. Thank you for your hard work @adrenalinetrailers.com

 

[jeffymurray1957]

If anyone ever needs any advise since I travel all 48 states just call me if you have any questions in regards to highways, which way to go if you are going cross country. Remember your nav may not take you the best way with a trailer. 909-285-7486

 

[Runs2rch]

If anyone ever needs any advise since I travel all 48 states just call me if you have any questions in regards to highways, which way to go if you are going cross country. Remember your nav may not take you the best way with a trailer. 909-285-7486

So true. There are some terrible trailer beating roads/highways out there.