Tire replacement

[GrampaKilt]

Happy to report I'm finally joining the Maxxis 175/80/13 crowd. For Canadaland consumers, got them from https://pmctire.com/en/ for $79.39CAD each, free shipping and only GST charged. That's $59USD. What's not to like? GK

[bcsnave]

Better safe for the little bit of cost of these......mine are coming .

[regnaDkciN]

These tires look new, but may have been in the sun too long. Also, this spindle running warmer than the others.  looking for parts numbers for bearings, brake shoes and rest of this 2012 Camplite 16 DBS.

[Merlin]

These tires look new, but may have been in the sun too long. Also, this spindle running warmer than the others.  looking for parts numbers for bearings, brake shoes and rest of this 2012 Camplite 16 DBS.

Wow, quite the blow up! You can get the correct axle parts by finding the Dexter Axle number on the axle label and then calling etrailer.com. They will know what you need.

[gibby]

These tires look new, but may have been in the sun too long. Also, this spindle running warmer than the others.  looking for parts numbers for bearings, brake shoes and rest of this 2012 Camplite 16 DBS.

I use tire covers while I have the trailer stored. Wonder if that might help lessen the UV deterioration.

[Merlin]

I use tire covers too because my camper is stored in the sun. That being said, the Goodyear Marathon that blew out on regnadkcin is known (to the NHTSA) for failures like that.

[regnaDkciN]

Thanks y'all. Replaced all four tires with Karriers. Then installed 4 new brakes and 4 new drum/bearing assemblies.  Should be road ready now.  (the old drum assemblies and brakes are in good enough shape to sell used)

[happyhiker]

I had to replace tires on our 14 DB this past year.  We bought it with the off road package when it was new and it had the 14 inch wheels.  At that time they made the BF Goodrich AT for 14 inch wheels.  Here is a picture for those that aren't familiar with that tire.  We have taken the trailer from Florida out West 4 times, each time over 10k miles per trip.  I can't tell you how much I loved those tires.  This last year we decided to replace the tires because they were starting to show signs of cracking.  The tread was still very good.  I really didnt't want to change them.

I couldn't find any off road tire for a 14 inch wheel.  I ultimately went with the Endurance, not the Marathon.  Too many bad reviews on the Marathon.  My first impression of the Endurance is disappointment.  Even though I did look at it prior to purchase, it is shocking how little new tread life was built into the tire.  I don't remember the specs, but it is not impressive.  I haven't had the trailer on the road this year (bc of pandemic) but frankly don't expect to get more than a couple of years out of the tires.  If I can't find a 14 inch off road in two years, I will probably change rims (go with 15inch--if I can) just so I can go back to the Goodrich AT.   I can't seem to find a picture of the Endurance tires, but if someone wants to see them give me shout.  Another deal point for me was to have a load range D tire.  I would not even look at a load range C.

[gzelna]

Anyone have experience with these tires ? I have two new ones now so I am hoping they are decent. Had to make a decision on tires on the side of the highway, so not a lot of research done.
Power King TOWMAX VANGUARD - SIZE: ST225/75R15 , LR E (not 'D' as originally equipped).
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Power+King&tireModel=Towmax+Vanguard&partnum=275NR5TMVG

Relating to tire replacements (certainly when one blows up on you....) how about a source for replacement plastic fender wells and the black plastic fender trim piece that mounts to the side of the trailer ? Both of mine were beat up pretty badly by a shredded (right side) tire. Trailer is a 2017 LivinLite 16TBS.

BTW in researching a new wheel for mine which is bent as well, it appears we have these (correct me if I am wrong) 15" Bobcat Aluminum trailer Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 similar to
https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Tires-and-Wheels/Lionshead/LHSO311G.html

BTW on those who post about 'treadwear' on TT tires. My OEM ones while 5 years old per date code, had zero sidewall cracks, looked perfect, and tons of tread left. One just disintegrated on us on the highway.  Pressure was perfect, rig was not overloaded, and speed was 65mph. They are both now gone (as in replaced).

[Merlin]

Tire blow outs are always traumatic. I'm glad you're ok. The Tire Rack sells good stuff, so the Towmax E are a good choice. Likewise, Etrailer knows everything trailer, so wheels from them are fine.

Check the rvupgradestore.com for fenders and plastic parts. Maybe Camping World too?

I appreciate the reminder about tire age. The Maxxis tires on my camper are now 7, so I'll replace those before next camping season. Choices for good radials are extremely limited in the 13" size. It'll have to be either Maxxis or Carlisle.

[gzelna]

Hey Merlin, I will say the staic fatiguing of tires 'just sitting' is what I suspect killed mine. The storage arrangement for my RV is such that the tire on the opposite side is unloaded some due to the leveling jacks. This tire was not, its always under a full static load. And Its the one that failed- cause ? Not sure. I did replace the other OEM one at the tire shop as well- although it looked great. Also bears noting the spare tire stored under the RV with no load on it (same age) provided 900 miles of trouble free service to get us home. Again points to static load fatiguing is my guess. I gotta figure a way to unload the tires in storedif  more than a month (tire shop recommendation, also).
The tire that  failed did so after 300 miles on the road, BTW. Lastly, its of course possible it picked up a nail/screw and slowly leaked down to where it failed- I didn't have my aftermarket TPMS sensors on it at the time (I think they are too prone to leaking).

[Merlin]

Do you remember the brand and model tire that failed? 

My camper came with cheap bias ply tires that I did unload over the winter with jack stands on the frame. Bias ply tires flat spot terribly when sitting. I have not kept the camper on jack stands ever since I bought good radials. Maybe I should.

[Pinstriper]

You don't have leveling jacks. Those jacks are stabilizer jacks.

You level the trailer by putting pads or blocks under the tires, not by using the jacks.

Just trying to help prevent your next big problem.

[djsamuel]

Anyone have experience with these tires ? I have two new ones now so I am hoping they are decent. Had to make a decision on tires on the side of the highway, so not a lot of research done.
Power King TOWMAX VANGUARD - SIZE: ST225/75R15 , LR E (not 'D' as originally equipped).
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Power+King&tireModel=Towmax+Vanguard&partnum=275NR5TMVG

Relating to tire replacements (certainly when one blows up on you....) how about a source for replacement plastic fender wells and the black plastic fender trim piece that mounts to the side of the trailer ? Both of mine were beat up pretty badly by a shredded (right side) tire. Trailer is a 2017 LivinLite 16TBS.

BTW in researching a new wheel for mine which is bent as well, it appears we have these (correct me if I am wrong) 15" Bobcat Aluminum trailer Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 similar to
https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Tires-and-Wheels/Lionshead/LHSO311G.html

BTW on those who post about 'treadwear' on TT tires. My OEM ones while 5 years old per date code, had zero sidewall cracks, looked perfect, and tons of tread left. One just disintegrated on us on the highway.  Pressure was perfect, rig was not overloaded, and speed was 65mph. They are both now gone (as in replaced).

Some people have been able to easily adapt these fender trim kits for the Camplites:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YTPF5P2/?coliid=I2XX23FKRLOO5Y&colid=2OLYQJ33YTU72&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it