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Old 09-09-2015, 06:44 PM   #1
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Jayco Eagle HT 26.5 RLS --- 15 inch tire(s)

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2015 Jayco Eagle HT 26.5 RLS with Rainier ST225/75R/15 tires.

Apparently I cannot go with the Goodyear G614 because the smallest I can find is LT235/85R/16.

Should I consider a different Goodyear or simply go with the Maxxis M8008 that can be purchased from simplytires for $111.99 per tire.

In addition, my current wheels are rated at 80lbs and not 110lbs.

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I went through this a couple weeks ago.....in the end I upgraded to 16" wheels to get heavy duty tires I'd never have to worry about.
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Sledgehammer: Did you have any issues moving up to a 16" wheel (clearance under the wheel well)??

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Old 09-09-2015, 06:54 PM   #4
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Not with LT225 75 16 sized tires.....LT235 85 16s are rated a bit more weight wise...but are a bit taller and will be a close fit. I chose LT225 75 16 michelin xps ribs and couldn't be happier.
Everyone has a preferance....but after years of moving heavy equipment around east TN, I wont run any ST tire again....just me again.
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Old 09-09-2015, 07:03 PM   #5
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Do you think you really need a G rated tire? Seems to me that a 10 ply E rated tire would be a huge step up.
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I reference the Maxxis M8008 and the Goodyear only because I constantly see them mentioned as the "best" replacement tires that are not made in China.

Please advise other options:

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Good evening.
2015 Jayco Eagle HT 26.5 RLS with Rainier ST225/75R/15 tires.

Apparently I cannot go with the Goodyear G614 because the smallest I can find is LT235/85R/16.

Should I consider a different Goodyear or simply go with the Maxxis M8008 that can be purchased from simplytires for $111.99 per tire.

In addition, my current wheels are rated at 80lbs and not 110lbs.

Thanks in advance,
With a GVW < 10k, you really don't even need E-rated tires, IMO. Personally, I'd go with the Maxxis, even D-rated, but E's if you really want some overkill. You're talking 12k+ in tire capacity with E's, 2k+ over the trailer's GVW. The '16 Eagle HT's are being offered with 16" Maxxis, for about $700. Another, slightly cheaper option in 15", are the Carlisle RH tires. They actually have an N speed rating of 87 mph, so I figure if I never bust 65, they should be plenty robust enough for me. :-) I'm in my 3rd year with them on my current FW and they still look and run well. I'm over-tired, being placarded for D's, but mine are E's and I usually run them at 80 since I tend to run heavy.

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Old 09-11-2015, 11:28 AM   #8
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Get the Maxxis. I've had them in that size on my trailer for five seasons, over 15000 miles, without any issues at all. They're getting kinda worn and are age-ing out (altho no sign of drying out, cracking, etc) so I'll probably replace them before next season. I've always run 65 psi in them (check Maxxis web site for a weight vs pressure chart). Your trailer is about the same weight as mine. They'll do just fine, no reason to mess with bigger wheels, etc.
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Thanks everyone for the input. I do want to stay with a 15" tire, and Discount Tire in my town can get either the Maxxix M8008 or the Carlisle RH. The price difference is approximately $40.00 per tire.

I believe I will have them order the Maxxis.

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I think you are Maxxis a good choice for your GVW. Heavier 5vers are best with LT's IMHO.
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Sledgehammer: can you give us the rim type, and / or company that you use to get the 16" set up. I am very interested in the upgrade.

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Sledgehammer: can you give us the rim type, and / or company that you use to get the 16" set up. I am very interested in the upgrade.

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Trailertiresandwheels.com is where my wheels came from. They were excellent to deal with and I had the wheels 2 days later.

Picture of new wheels last weekend.

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Another, slightly cheaper option in 15", are the Carlisle RH tires. They actually have an N speed rating of 87 mph, so I figure if I never bust 65, they should be plenty robust enough for me. :-) I'm in my 3rd year with them on my current FW and they still look and run well. I'm over-tired, being placarded for D's, but mine are E's and I usually run them at 80 since I tend to run heavy.

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Exactly the same setup as I run, and for the same reasons. My 5th wheel also has a 9,900 lb. max rating, which I never come close to with my dry weight under 6,700 lbs. I don't drink the Maxxis Kool Aid, so I save my money and spend it for other things. Not saying there is anything wrong with the M8008, I've just never seen anything to make me believe they are better and/or worth more money than the Carlisle RH. The N speed rating exceeds any other ST tire rating as well, which is added peace of mind. It is rare that I see more than 65 mph when pulling, so I don't worry about tires anymore. As an added bonus, you can pull into any Discount Tire and they will have them in stock.
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Trailertiresandwheels.com is where my wheels came from. They were excellent to deal with and I had the wheels 2 days later.

Picture of new wheels last weekend.


Is your 29.5 BHDS raised by having the leaf springs in the lower hole? Or are the leafs in the stock position?
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Is your 29.5 BHDS raised by having the leaf springs in the lower hole? Or are the leafs in the stock position?
Mine isn't adjustable, only 1 hole. I haven't changed the height any.
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