Tire Blow Out Protection

[dedobias]

Originally Posted by Comanchecreek

Tires barely clear the underneath of the slide. The design of these would have them moving up and down with the axles. Don't think there is adequate room underneath for clearance between them and the tire, and them and the slide. I know some may have more clearance, but mine certainly does not. Also wouldn't clear the slide support mechanism/ I'll stick with TitanMike's plan. Nice try though.

This device mounts to the rear of brake backing plate on the mounting bolts so it does move up and down with the axle. Wouldn't be hard to replicate on a DYI

[Tireman9]

Originally Posted by dedobias

suggestion about TPMS systems. Check the response time to display a pressure change. Some are REALLY slow and won't give you immediate warning of a blow out. That is critical to getting pulled over before too much damage occurs.

Yes. I have covered "Annual Testing" of TPMS in my blog RV Tire Safety net


Not just time to report but also do you have the Low Pressure warning go off as soon as the tire pressure is lower than the inflation needed to support the actual load on the tire, AND can the driver see & hear the warning over engine and radio noise?

[Richy R]

Originally Posted by TitanMike

I think I'll stick with good tires, regular inspection, a TPMS system, no overloading, sensible speeds, and carry insurance.

Price of shields for my trailer is same as two full sets of GY Endurance tires with $$ left over.

It all depends on how much risk, damage, hassle, inconvenience and altered plans you're willing to accept.

All the above is fine but still won't prevent tire failures.

The rig does care what brand is on the wheel, the rig can still get severely damaged by a disintegrating tire. Anecdotal as the following statement is, I know of owners that their GY Endurance's blew.

Just my two cents.
Rickard in Milwaukee