just retired and now this

[jjscsix]

Sorry to hear of your failure. I agree that traiers should have some sort of wheel well that would contain most blowouts. It would not be expensive or difficult if done as part of the design.

The OP is in Texas as am I. This summer has had brutal heat. That is the enemy of tires. The only defense is buy good tires, keep them out of the sun in storage, and be vigilant about tire pressures. The OP sounds like he knows what he is doing. Many times luck is the deciding factor. If he puts motorcycles in it he gets browny points from me.

I just looked up that model. The specs say single axle but a picture came up showing two axles. Which is is? Just curious

[jadatis]

Originally Posted by Oaklevel

You should start your own topic on your toy hauler. Instead on going off topic here. Your questions have nothing to do with the OPs blowout which is in the welcome mat thread.

You will get more responses .

But basically nothing is that different about a toy hauler over a travel trailer or 5th wheel.

OK, I did not noticed it was in the welcom mat part, so introduction.

But most op beginpost was about the damage, so I thought main goal was about the tire and damage.

But still usefull to let me calculate, to prevent TS buing new tires with to poor reserves, or using to low pressure, wich cources same damage in the future.

[MichaelBarb]

My motorhome would not pass inspection this year. The tires even though they had only 16K miles and lots of tread left they were really starting to crack. They all had lots of crazing and an a few deeper cracks. It made me sensitive to the problem and camping this year I have been noticing tires like my old ones. I have never seen any cracks on motorhomes. A little bit of crazing on some but not that bad. On trailers it is another matter. At least every campground has several with crazing and at least one with cracks. Often more. I guess having to get them inspected had dealt with the motorhomes but without a required inspection the trailers slip through the cracks (pun intended).

I got a set of tire covers. They are cheap but a pain to put on. Not that bad but still a pain. I have decided to only but them on if I am going to go more than a month without moving. I got silver ones and they look terrible. I wish I had gotten black or grey.

[jkgruet]

Originally Posted by rsdata

buy some more sturdy tires up a load D from C or E from D

I like goodyear Endurance

if tires don't blow they don't destroy the wiring...

tires supplied are minimum from the factory

Our first TT had Castle Rock. We were ignorant, and drove at max speeds (75 - 80 MPH in our area) for two years. No problems.
But we learned from the Forum how fortunate we had been, and got Goodyear Endurance. Quite happy, and raised the rating, which made the trailer at the campsite a bit more stable.

Traded up to a 5er. Immediately replaced China Bombs with Goodyear Endurance. Always kept to 70 MPH max sustained--usually less. On first trip, had blow-out with over $2K of damage. TPMS for the tire involved was not working, so no warning. We're still finding what we believe to be wiring collateral damage two years later.

Moral to the story: although one can play the odds--Goodyear Endurance usually better than Castle Rock--statistics indicate that there's no sure thing. Yes, we are continuing to purchase Goodyear Endurance with our most recent replacement.

[TDServices]

Carlisle’s recommend or no ?

[D W]

Originally Posted by Life Without Whine

My DH changes out our tires every 4 years regardless of how many miles on them. Being TT tires they age differently with sidewalls the issue, not the tread; plus weather and sitting is what does them in. Used to think he was throwing away good $$$ but every post out here over the years has keyed me in to the fact that he might be a keeper (celebrating 22 yrs this week & he retires next year so travel FINALLY out of FL with our TT will take precedence....)

Honestly, I have seen a lot of ST tire failures, some my own, every one of them has been a tread failure. Either the tread has blown apart or the tread has peeled off of the tire.

[Oaklevel]

Originally Posted by TDServices

Carlisle’s recommend or no ?

Yes, I recommend Them. I have used them for years

[rowdy boys 3]

Originally Posted by TDServices

Carlisle’s recommend or no ?

I have carlilse, yep...

[rowdy boys 3]

Ive had carlisle since august 2020 and travel pretty regularly with the camper, we actually just returned from a 2,600 hundered mile trip round trip (right under 2,400 on the camper) from southeast, Louisiana to albuqurque, NM. No problemos...

[Boomerweps]

Originally Posted by MichaelBarb

I guess having to get them inspected had dealt with the motorhomes but without a required inspection the trailers slip through the cracks (pun intended).

Trailer inspections are required annually in many states IF they have or require trailer brakes.

[tomkatb]

For the bigger rv’s the Goodyear heavy duty trailer tire G614 is pretty much blow out proof. Weigh a ton.

But, not everyone uses 14 ply G rated tires.

Our two year old Westlake blew and took out the fender and some support metal.

The price will also impress you. About $600 each.

[TDServices]

Cool I have used Carlisle’s on my atv trailers and always liked them better then hi run and a few others

[tomkatb]

Just got the news.

My rv appears out of alignment. My opinion was the axle.

The repair guy said it is not. The rear axle failed. Likely crap steel. Plus the Chinese springs are done.

The bill will be near $4500. I guess it’s back to beans and rice again.

Repairs on a larger fiver I cannot handle are expensive.

My opinion is that the steel from overseas is likely the culprit. The repair guy was shocked. Last year he replaced more Cedar Creek axles in a year than the previous 20. He had 8 rv’s waiting for axles at one time.

Maybe our roads?

At least the rv will be ready for the two month western trip next year. Better than new.

We do love traveling in style. The guard dog is maturing. Ready to do his job. The guard dog breeds sort of mature slowly.

[MichaelBarb]

Originally Posted by tomkatb

I guess it’s back to beans and rice again.

I like beans and rice. Reminds me of college days.

[TDServices]

Lmao

[D W]

Originally Posted by tomkatb

For the bigger rv’s the Goodyear heavy duty trailer tire G614 is pretty much blow out proof. Weigh a ton.

But, not everyone uses 14 ply G rated tires.

Our two year old Westlake blew and took out the fender and some support metal.

The price will also impress you. About $600 each.

I know a couple of folks who have gone the 14 ply route. Aside from being expensive, it is a catch-22 situation running those tires. If inflated to specs they make for a rough ride for the towable. If deflated to soften the ride, the outside of the tires wear. For our short camping season they are a waste.

[NMWildcat]

Originally Posted by D W

I know a couple of folks who have gone the 14 ply route. Aside from being expensive, it is a catch-22 situation running those tires. If inflated to specs they make for a rough ride for the towable. If deflated to soften the ride, the outside of the tires wear. For our short camping season they are a waste.

I am one of those folks who upgraded from LR E to G of the same tire size as OEM. Best move I ever made with my 12k fifth wheel.
It handles so much better, and no more tire failures.
The tires are 110psi cold max, and I run them at 85psi. (RV sticker says 80psi). They are now in their 4th year and I see no abnormal wear and have had zero tire problems.
Cost total was about $150 more (I did not buy the overpriced GYs), and they weigh a lot more

[Littlehouse]

Glad you’re able to get it fixed in time for the next camping season. Better than new. Unfortunately repairs can be expensive. Insurance would cover a blowout. Check with them, could be worth it.
You have high temps to deal with in the southern states. We don’t up here in Ontario. We ran Castle Rocks for at least 5,000km without problems. Our new trailer has Good Years but I have seen posts of them blowing out also.
Have fun and roll with it.