Trailer Tire Blowouts

[paul_ottawa]

I have never had a blowout, but it is always on my mind. Our previous trailer (2009 1206 popup, which we got used in 2016) had the wrong sized tires (not rated for the weight). The dealer installed some Dunlop tires (can't remember which ones, but I made sure they had a high enough weight rating), and we were fine with them for the ~4000+ miles we put on them.

The new-to-us 2016 x213 probably has the original tires. Going to get new ones next year when we go to PEI (approx 3000+ miles round trip), so that will be a discussion for over the winter.

My brother-in-law was wondering if I had 2 spares (this is a tandem trailer) (it only has 1). My question is should I consider having 2? We don't do any offroading, and basically go from provincial park to provincial park, mostly on highways, so we aren't generally in the middle of nowhere. I understand from reading the forums here that if we do get a blowout, we probably want to replace the other tire on that side as it probably would have experienced higher load than usual. If I had 2 spares, I could do it then, but my thinking is we should be able to limp to the next major town and get it done there. If you do get a blowout, do they generally both go at the same time or it is usually just one?

Thanks,
Paul

[Camper_bob]

Never had a blowout in the 4 years we owned our TT. We routinely towed on the HOT TX roads, long distances, loaded heavy, speed was around 65-70 most of the time, with the occasional stint faster than that.

Our trailer came with Tow Max tires. I spotted a busted belt before it became a problem (I was lucky I was paying attention). I immediately replaced with Maxxis M8008 and went up a load range from D to E. That gave excess load capacity, and thus a higher speed rating, but I tried not to make a habit out of testing that. Technically I was rated over 80mph, but I usually towed between 65 and 70. I always towed with those tires at max sidewall pressure.

Had I kept that trailer another year, it was going to be time to replace those tires, and I would've gone with another identical set. But I would've gotten another spare in that process.

[paul_ottawa]

Good point about keeping the old spare (which, in my case, has never been used) as a spare spare, since the only cost would be another rim (and an extra 40lbs to carry around....)

[AKRUEBBE]

Originally Posted by eagleback

If you have a pinnacle, northporinte or big toy hauler you need to go to G rated tires. E rates are too small and will blow out. Mine are Sailun G637T they are commercial tires for trailers and around 130 dollars each. and if you have a good year product like the marabombs replace them right away they are notorious for failing.

Are the OEM rims on 2018 North Point capable of carrying 110 PSI?

[vcbice]

Until the current trailer I was always able to use tires rated up one grade. So, load range D where spec was load range C. Chinese tires and many thousand miles, mostly in the summer out here in the west. No blowouts.

Current trailer has E rated tires. Only has a few thousand miles with Endurance tires, but, has not had any trouble.

[denn888]

Have about 8000 miles on original Raniers. Always kept pressure at 65psi and checked tire temps when we stopped. The tires still look good but I’m not pushing my luck ! Just got my Goodyear Endurance 225-75R15 E’s. Simpletire.com had a decent price and got them in 2 days free shipping. BTW Goodyear tires were made in jun 2018

[Cannon]

My last 5er had a set of Michelin XPS Rib tires the the guy I purchased from had installed when he purchased the camper new. I changed them at 9yrs old because they were showing some dry wrought. I put them on craigslist and sold them for $400.00 I did not install the same one's because they were $1300 for the set installed and I knew I was not going to keep that rv much longer.

[Papa Don]

I had one marathon blow on my 1999 213 eagle did some fender skirt damage. Bought a new 2013 321 eagle premier and my first long trip blew one in Kentucky and another in west virginia on the way home both were towmax china bombs Lucky no damage to camper. I went with Goodyear LTs and have had no further problems.

[rockaw]

Knock on wood, no blow outs, but caught 3 before they did,

1 nail in the tire at 6 months old and caught it doing flat as we were departing a campsite.

1 we delayed out departure from 3am to 8am and in the light caught a radial tire with the old broken belt bulge (original Ranier tires 2.5 yrs old and about 10,000 miles.

1 a week later, guy pointed to my trailer and wobbled his hand, another Ranier.

After that new load range E tires all around (except for spares) and now carry 2 spares (I'll upgrade all 6 to Load E when next I replace the 4 E's on the axles now) and got an EEZ Tire pressure/temp monitor.

[camper59]

Just got back from a camping trip and was covering the tires and noticed driver's side fwd tire looked strange. Center of tread rounded up. Realized close to failure so replacing both tires on this axle with Carlisle G rated tires but keeping the rims that are stamped 3580 pounds max. Will inflate new tires to 80 psi. Chinese original tires on our 361REQS that are 4 years old

[MadJoker TX]

I have had 2 blow outs and one almost blow out (caught it just before) also had one wheel roll off the trailer as my service center forgot to tighten the lugs.

Reminded me of Ron Whites Sears Tire story.

https://youtu.be/Ii8rC6CPCvM

[eagleback]

Originally Posted by AKRUEBBE

Are the OEM rims on 2018 North Point capable of carrying 110 PSI?

Look on the back of the rim, you should see load and psi stamped on them if you have a 3750 lbs then only inflate the sailuns to 80 psi. I recommend steel valve stems even if you do not or can not inflate to 110 psi. the 14 plys on the G rated are way better at 80 then any e rated. my rims are 3750 and my g rated are at 80 psi

[camper59]

Just replaced 2 TowMax that were on my 361REQS Eagle Premier. One bulging on center tread the other had separation on interior when dismounted. Put on a set of Carlisle G rated. While be replacing the other set on the other axle soon.

[skijlw]

We have had 4 blowouts on 2 RV's. All blowouts were with Chinese tires. 2 of the blowouts were 10 miles apart one on each side of the RV. We also had tire monitoring but by the time it takes the monitor to go off and you slow down the damage is done. The cheapest repair was $3500. It only took out sheet metal around the wheel and the black tank. Highest was $4800. Sheet metal, skirts, and brakes on both sides. No overloading or high speed. We now have MAXXIS 3008 tires and have been trouble free.

[RedHorse1]

Originally Posted by skijlw

We have had 4 blowouts on 2 RV's. All blowouts were with Chinese tires. 2 of the blowouts were 10 miles apart one on each side of the RV. We also had tire monitoring but by the time it takes the monitor to go off and you slow down the damage is done. The cheapest repair was $3500. It only took out sheet metal around the wheel and the black tank. Highest was $4800. Sheet metal, skirts, and brakes on both sides. No overloading or high speed. We now have MAXXIS 3008 tires and have been trouble free.

Wow, 10 miles, that’s awful. I’ve had 2 blowouts (you win, mine were 75 miles apart) and credit the TPMS with preventing any damage. One was pretty dramatic as abt 2/3 of the tread came off in one piece and was laying in the highway. I put G’year G614’s on and got new rims so I could put 110psi in them.

[nunyadamn]

I live outside Phoenix, AZ - I had 2 separate blowouts when my trailer was under warranty (thankfully Jayco covered all the damage(both sides of the trailer had major damage) including the tires). One tire on each side of the trailer - factory tires (tow max if I remember).
Then in 2016 I bought all new Maxxis tires and immediately went on a 6000+ mile trip across the country in the summer. Since then I probably put another 4000 miles on them. I just had one of those Maxxis tires blowout on my way home from California a couple weeks ago.

I drive 60-62mph with the trailer at most. Discount didn't have any Maxxis in stock and they suggested the Goodyear Endurance. I will be switching over to those in the spring before we go on vacation - 87mph speed rating. It would be nice to be able to go 65 when the speed limit is 85.

[msubobcatsrock]

While driving on 470 in Denver two weeks ago saw a TT on the shoulder after a blowout... Pretty bad damage from a quick glance.
And coming back from Townsend MT yesterday saw a TT on the side of the road and also saw some pretty fair damage.
I notice quite a few are over a reasonable speed, IMHO. I will not drive over 65 and if it is hot will lower my speed a bit. Our tires at speed rated at 65.

[Pinnacle Pete]

Have had (2) 5vrs plus several other smaller towables. A few rules we go by:
1. change out tires every 4-5 years. 2. Always keep tire pressure at recommended pressures, especially on the heavier rigs. 3. Buy 14 ply tires for the heavier 5vrs, and 10 ply for trailers under 8,000 lbs GVW. 4. You may not be getting USA Tires just because it's a USA brand. Most tires are imported. Our last two 5vrs wore Sailun 14-ply tires and we had no issues (China). Kept our pressures at 110lbs to 105lbs. We pack and inspect bearings annually. We are seasonal travelers and put 7K+ miles on per year. We watch our tires very closely including pressures and temperatures, left, right and middle via a laser gun. If you see any bulges what so ever, replace the tire. That indicates a cord has split and more are to follow!

[jmj49]

I have had way too many. And I drive at the recommended speed and weight and check pressure the morning of every travel day. On my 43’ Jayco 5er ( 375 Bhfs) the first trip 2 blow outs. Second trip a blow out and when the guy come to fix it he says take a look and he pointed out bubbles in another tire. Jayco says they are Es and at maximum range. Bought 5 Goodyear’s. Two blowouts. Finally I made the controversial decision to put a larger rim with G rated LT tires. Drove 35,000 miles, 70 mph where permitted over the last 2 years with absolutely no issues. Also when I check tire pressure they have never needed air added thus far. I am very happy with my choice.

[nynethead]

One my last 5th wheel a Laredo 30bh. Stock tires were good for 4 years and had a blow out in the driveway. Replaced all 4 tires. Every year for the next 4 years I had a blow out going down the highway. Twice caused damage and insurance covered it. I always replace all 4 tires with new because I couldn’t trust the remaining 3. I started lifting the trailer and storing of jack stands to keep temperature changes from affecting(cold winters). This worked until I got a. Ew trailer. I only bought new one because I could get it with 16” tires