Tires

[Carl4570]

We bought a 2016 Jayco x17z and it still has the OEM tires on it today. We are planning a cross Canada trip next summer and want top quality tires. What do you recommend? I would like to go up one load range if possible without changing the rims I currently have. Here is a pic of the tire with the size!

ST205/74/R14

[bwft57]

Discount Tire, Upgrade to D Load Rating.
Those take more weight, run cooler, and you have less likeliness they will go pop.

Go with the Carlisle Radial Trail HD in D Load Rating.
Discount Tire stocks these so every location will normally have them. The goodyear are another choice but they are newer and aren't a normal stock item.
So if you need one they will have one of the Carlisle.

Run max pressure in them to get the stated load rating and then forget about them.

Also, I run pressure sensors as the cost is so cheap, the alarm will let you stop before you rip the side off the trailer with a torn up tire.
I have this one and run 2 on the trailer, 2 on my rear tires:
https://amzn.to/2uWWL1I

Hope that helps!

PS: ST205/75R14 Carlisle Radial Trail HD Trailer Tire LR C 1,760 lb Capacity

[bankr63]

I really like the Maxxis M8008's we put on our X19H 2 years ago. Your size is currently C$104.92 with free shipping. Trailer | Maxxis Canada eStore In your size they are only available in the LR-C.

Mine arrived in a few days (3-4) and I had them installed at a local shop for $10 each.

So far they still look like new with no appreciable wear.

[Isaacs]

Your trailer is almost exactly like mine. Mine came with 13" wheels--good luck finding a replacement in a hurry! It's good to know they've gone to 14" radials and yes, go with a "D".

[Murff]

Not to disagree with the opinions above, I have owned the Maxxis tires and would be my first choice if Goodyear had not come out with their made in USA Endurance brand of trailer tires. They have a speed rating of 87 MPH compared the 65 MPH rating of most other brands.

Unlike some advice above, I would NOT run at max air pressure but use the Goodyear Endurance inflation chart. I cannot understand why anyone would overinflate their tires when the tire manufacturer produces a tire inflation chart.

These are also available at Discount Tire.

I suggested avoiding any brand made in China.

Murff

[Regulator]

The new Goodyear Endurance tires are the real deal. I have them on my bass boat trailer and on my travel trailer. They are not expensive, but are proving to be bullet proof.

[in the wind]

Originally Posted by Murff

I suggested avoiding any brand made in China.

Murff

Maxxis is made in China.

[ifallsguy]

I replaced the OEM China Bombs with Goodyear Endurance. Just went 2800 miles one way on a trip and they show virtually no wear, handle every road condition we saw, and roll much easier than the OEM tires.

Made in Alabama, and for us the new tires took up to load level D.

[norty1]

Originally Posted by in the wind

Maxxis is made in China.

On edit: Taiwan.

[Murff]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Murff View Post

I suggested avoiding any brand made in China.

Murff

Maxxis is made in China.

Yup, aware of that. Some Maxxis are produced in Taiwan, not exactly China.

Murff

[in the wind]

Originally Posted by Murff

Quote:
Originally Posted by Murff View Post

I suggested avoiding any brand made in China.

Murff

Maxxis is made in China.

Yup, aware of that. Some Maxxis are produced in Taiwan, not exactly China.

Murff

Close enough. LOL

[bwft57]

Originally Posted by Murff

They have a speed rating of 87 MPH compared the 65 MPH rating of most other brands.

These are also available at Discount Tire.

I suggested avoiding any brand made in China.

Murff

Speed Rating, 81mph.
This is one reason I got them. Load D, Speed Rating much higher than I will consistently tow it. (65-71mph).
I have once seen 83mph when I had to get on the highway and out run a tractor trailer that climbed up on me cooking.

https://www.carlislebrandtires.com/o...adial-trail-hd
Carlisle Radial Trail HD
Part: 6H04541
Size: ST185/80R13
Load: LRD
Mounted Diameter: 24.7
Mounted Width: 7.2
Rim Width: 5
Load Capacity: 1710
Max PSI: 65
Tread Depth: 8
Speed Rating: 81

Discount stocks these in every store. They usually have 2 in stock, unless you are unlucky and they just sold them.

Walmart lists that they have them also, but I have not bought from them.

[mleger11]

If they are in good condition and you have a spare, leave them. Tires are good for 5 years or until they are at the wear bars.
Why change them if you dont have to?

[bwft57]

Peace of mind.
Jayco tires are chinese junk.
And as I said before, a higher load rated tire runs cooler with the same weight.
Heat is the death of tires, that's what makes them come apart (sans road debris).

And for the cost of D range over C range (less than $200 for all three tires, with road handler/certs) it is well worth the peace of mind.

All that coupled with the face that everyone overloads the trailer. Once you get all your junk in it, the chance of it being overloaded is almost assured.

Now mind you I am talking about my 16XRB which has minimal carry capacity to start, and only 3 tires.

But back to peace of mind.

[mleger11]

I didnt know they were junk tires from factory. You would think they would put something decent as these things are carrying alot of weight up and down the highways...
My trailer i bought used and it came with 3 new tires.

[norty1]

Originally Posted by mleger11

If they are in good condition and you have a spare, leave them. Tires are good for 5 years or until they are at the wear bars.
Why change them if you dont have to?

My experience is rv tires will never last long enough to wear out. After 4 years, inspect them closely for bulges and indications of impending trouble often. The heavier the rig, the more often.