How fast is too fast

[RSchleder]

I run 60 mph while towing my 33' TT. It would appear to me that when you have a pickup towing a large (long) TT or 5th wheel, 65 mph should be a comfortable and maximun safe speed.

[Boots49]

As for the speeder, I use to have a sticker on the back of my truck that might be appropriate, it read " Drive like hell, you will get there sooner or later ", just a saying.

[Big Bill]

I tow at 65 MPH ,thats someone to stay away from also 18 wheelers

[Ringbill]

60 mph is the max I tow the pup or my duck boat. I am that guy you just cussed at in the right lane going 5 or > mph below the speed limit; I love cruise control when I can use it, should have been an airplane pilot, the left lane is for the runaway romantics.

[Bonniebp]

Towing in California? Posted limit is only 55 mph. It was funny when we crossed the line between California and Arizona we overheard truck drivers complaining about how much money they lose because they have to drive so slow in California and in Arizona they could go 70 mph. New to fifth wheeling, we had trouble going too far past the 55-60 we are comfortable with.

[Herk7769]

I am sure it was mentioned, but ST trailer tires are speed rated at 65 MPH.

Will they "blow" at 66? No, of course not.
Even bursts to 80 would probably be ok in the short term.

However, cumulative damage to the belts will one day result in a surprise.

I would prefer my surprises at slower speeds.

[Canadiancrew]

Originally Posted by Happy Vibe

The max speed of st tires (65) is one factor the second is braking distance. The difference between 60 and 80 is almost double and add to that trailer brakes aren't the best, I could see them over heating from a 80 mph panic stop.

Yes

[14 CC 38CK]

I also came up on a guy yesterday heading south on I-69 north of Indianapolis and the first thing I told the DW was look at that dummy pulling a toy hauler at about 75 mph and as we followed him the rear was all over the road . He was passing everyone and I just couldn't believe how brave or stupid he was , I told the DW I wonder what he had in the garage area and she said why and I said that 1 day that he won't be able to stop it when he needs too . I never did get around him , I didn't feel safe passing him at 80 plus . Please please please be safe out there , after all I have read about tires on here I don't trust even the good ones .

[Rodgers]

Yeah the faster you go the more stuff will jump around in the camper. For me speed depends on the roads, ambient temps outside, most say it doesn't help but I've had less trouble using nitrogen in my tires. Just my thoughts. We are talking SAFETY ! A bigger safety issue for me and I've been berated on here for it. Pulling with a 1/2 ton on less TRUCK OR SUV. Would any of you call the cops on someone you believe is overweight for their TV! Safety in all things.

[OldCoot]

I don't know why the folks that see these idiots don't call the state patrol and report them. I have and will continue to do it.

[thehitchman]

Originally Posted by Happy Vibe

The max speed of st tires (65) is one factor the second is braking distance. The difference between 60 and 80 is almost double and add to that trailer brakes aren't the best, I could see them over heating from a 80 mph panic stop.

Hercules st tires are L rated 75mph

[Herk7769]

Originally Posted by thehitchman

Hercules st tires are L rated 75mph

So I checked this out and it is true:

Mickey Thompson Tires - Load and Speed Ratings

http://www.herculestire.com/tire-gal...er-str/#loaded

Learn something new every day.

PS - For full disclosure these are also made in China.

[BusyRetirees]

If you are retired, what is your hurry? So it will take you an extra 15 to 20 minutes to get to that day's destination. Yippee ding. You will arrive less stressed. I average 60 mph, get decent gas mileage, less stress and enjoy the view. Slow down, it is not a race.

[mzbrandi]

Hmm....I'm like a couple of others. I drive in the right lane doing 55/60 mph. I also drive secondary roads or interstates. I drive any place I want to. If you don't like how I drive, you take the secondary roads.


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[tande]

There is no shortage of idiots, in todays society .......

[dunk05]

I tow my wife's car on a dolly. I also have a governor on my motor home. She sits next to me and set around 60. 65.

[D_B Travelers]

Originally Posted by mzbrandi

Hmm....I'm like a couple of others. I drive in the right lane doing 55/60 mph. I also drive secondary roads or interstates. I drive any place I want to. If you don't like how I drive, you take the secondary roads.

X2 Amen

[boatman]

I like around 65mph, 55 is to slow RPMs are to low in the torque curve truck works harder climbing hills. I prefer to set cruise control on 65mph put in some good tunes and relax.


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[mark0224]

Most tires have a speed rating as stated by others and the person towing this 5er was exceeding the tires limitation and his own. One gust of wind or a pot hole and he would be done and probably would take out some innocent responsible driver. Sooner or later his number will come up hopefully no one else will be hurt by his irresponsibility .

[Happy Vibe]

So Rodgers I should be towing my 3700 lbs trailer with a 3/4 ton??????