zulusafari

I currently need to replace some very poor 205/75-15 trailer tires on a 26' 1992 Terry 5ver. I have 4+ inches of room between the tires, and approx. 7" to the fenders (Axles were flipped to accomodate my tall 4x4)

I think I should move up to a radial, 225/75R15's. My question really is whether the 15x6, 5 on 4.5" rims will handle the larger tire. Anyone know what the limits are on Can-Am 15x6 JJ trailer Use Only spoke rims?? I could not find any load rating stamped into them. The name, size, and the "jj"were stamped into the inside bead depression in the center of the rim! What a pain!

zulusafari

Anyone know anything about these??

http://shop.easternmarine.com/index....categoryID=163

shortbed rv

I would recommend an E rated tire. You could get by with a D but for trailers I perfer the stronger tire. I have heard good things about the B.F. Goodrich commercial.

good luck

zulusafari

Yes, I want E's too, but I can't spring for new axles right now to support the rims. I would have to completely redo the suspension to give me the clearance. Good thought, though.

zulusafari

I found a Titan as LR E, but I don't think my rims will work. Still researching...

http://shop.cedarrapidstire.com/resu...=Search+Now%21

zulusafari

From what I see, it really isn't necessary for me to go past a LR D -- my rims are likely maxed at 2150 pounds each (from what I can tell) so the extra capicity isn't needed in tires. If I go to the 8 ply rating, I should be golden!

zulusafari

Well, I have the local shop mounting 5 new Towmaster 225/75R15 LRD tires on my stock rims, with balancing. I provided him with metal valvestems, and he is willing to put them in, also. Cost me $95.50 each, mounted, balanced, and disposal of old. Not too bad considering online prices after adding shipping, plus mounting later. I should be ready to roll tomorrow!

truk

stick with goodyear ! i have blown 4 nakook chinese tires in a 2month period ,they were the "best " on the martket then. put goodyears back on it and pulled the stuffing out of them and there fine. well worth the money.oh side note a frined has a 5er and his china brand tire let go after 6000 miles ,i dont know what it cost to have new floor put in his camper but wasnt cheap he also now runs goodyear, he makes 2 trips to the keys ayear just my opinion thanks matt

canoeontop

Tow Masters were, don't know if they still are, made by Goodyear. Came off the same production lines. My Tow Masters were made in New Zealand.

TrinityTrucking

I Was Looking For E Rated Trailer Tires Online But Couldnt Find That Many Websites. I Have 16 Inch Rims On The Trailer

J&L

your in luck. If you already have 16" wheels all you need is a upgrade to LT rated tires that the tire manufactor recommends for trailer use. Most of our bigger/heavier trailers, and RVs to, come with LT E [and G] rated tires. Some trailer manufactors have a upgrade option for 16" wheels and LT tires. Trailer tires [ST] are only 65 mph rated and are very problematic at interstate speeds. Michelin makes a XPS Rib LT E tire that is probably the best for trailer use out there. I use BFG Commercial LTs on my 11200 lb 5er and my implement trailers. I noticed Hitchiker II 5ers are using Uniroyal Lerado HD-H LT E rated tires.
JIM

stezlaki

I didn't. I bought these

http://http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/findTireByBrandDetail.do?rcz=32225&rc=FLJINT&cs=22 5&pc=49063&typ=Trailer&rd=15&ar=75&tc=GBCTT5

So far so good.

zulusafari

Are those really load range E's? The part number looks like a B! You got a very good price on E's, if they are, and I have heard very good things about Greenball tires. I haven't had an opportunity to tow with my new Tow-Masters, yet, but they help the stance on my trailer immensely!!

stezlaki

Yes, they are E's......80 psi tires. I hadn't really heard much about them but needed something sturdier than what I had. Went to Discount Tire because of their "certificates" that they have for free replacement. That and a good friend recommended them to me.

Actually, I plan to buy all my future tires from Discount Tire. Over Christmas we drove to Colorado. On the way one of my OEM rear tires on the truck went suddenly flat. I put on the spare and dropped off the tire at a Discount Tire in Fort Collins, CO when we got there. The valve stem had "failed." They fixed the tire for free and even offered to put it back on the truck for me, and they appeared to be swamped at the time. I asked the guy if I really didn't owe them anything...........he said, "no, just remember us when you need tires." I certainly will!

zulusafari

Sounds like great service!! Be sure your rims are capable of holding 80 psi, though. The cheap Can-Am wheels I have won't hold that much. My trailer came stock with 205/75D15's, so it was a drastic improvement to upgrade to 225/75R15's