Replace NoBo 19.6 tires

[Terri Swartz]

I want to replace tires on my NoBo 19.6 and don’t really need the chunky “off road” type tires it came with. (Honestly, the construction quality of the trailer interior doesn’t support any rough terrain anyway. In our first trip over a few bumps, the kitchen drawer unit pulled out from its mount under the countertop. On other trips, the kitchen faucet vibrated loose.)

Any advice on replacement tires? I don’t seem to be able to find non off road type tires in the same size — 235/75/15

 

[Aussieguy]

what pressure you run the current tires at
too much pressure for the weight will rattle things around

consult the sticker on the trailer AND cross check that with the tire manufacture's reccomendation

 

[Aussieguy]

PS the 235 is width and the 75 is ratio
you can normally go up/down a size .... in the width
BUT confirm that the new width is rated for the weight

 

[Chuck_S]

Assuming you're running maximum cold tire pressure try a more reasonable tire pressure.

A 6000 pound GVWR trailer like the NoBo 19.6 with two axles only needs tires capable of supporting 1500 pounds each. There's a built in safety factor since only 90% of that 6000 pounds is on the tires.

Look at the sidewall of your tires and I'll bet they can support much more than that if you're running at maximum cold tire pressure (excessive tire pressure). Check the tire manufacturer's pressure data.

Example: My ST215/75R14 tires under my 6000 pound trailer will support 1520 pounds each at 35psi (thirty five!). Needlessly over inflating to "maximum cold tire pressure" of 65psi kicks that up 2200 pounds (8800) and as mentioned previously by both you and Aussie will hammer the trailer to death opening cupboards and worse.

Do I run or recommend 35psi? Nope but 50psi supports 1870 pounds (7480 total) and works for my 6000 pound trailer.

-- Chuck

 

[Terri Swartz]

Thanks to you both for the advice on decreasing tire pressure to reduce hammering the trailer when underway. My comment about that was really just to say that the trailer is not so off roady as its marketing suggests. Nonetheless, I’ll try the lower pressure.

That said, what I posted for was suggestions on replacement tires with less aggressive tread. Any ideas there?

 

[Chuck_S]

My trailer is just along for the ride but I don't venture off road farther than the beach. I'm running Goodyear Endurance ST tires. Just regular trailer high quality special trailer tires. Made in USA. I run my trailer tires 7 or 8 years and I think these are now 2 years old. I bought mile at the local Discount Tire where I buy most of my tires.

Try the lower tire pressure (whatever the inflation data from your tire manufacturer publishes) compared to the GVWR of your trailer. These tires may prove acceptable if not run excessively hard.

-- Chuck

 

[Aussieguy]

I would use them... replace when worn out
tread has no real bearing on trailer shaking..

Tire pressure AND springs
make sure your springs (if you got springs) are not maxed out too..


lowering pressure will actually make the tread contact more of the road, may be a bit quieter
I never hear my tires... hearing aids has noise reduction


study up on what to look for in tire pressure and contact areas
will benefit you whichever tires you end up using

 

[Chuck_S]

Yeah the tire matters.

Tread like this "off-road trailer tire" is likely to cause lots of vibration of the trailer suspension (and trailer). Can't get a picture to post but a link is below.

Kenda Klever M/T KR29 Off-Road Trailer Tire - LT235/75R15 (Load Range

Off-road and All-terrain Heavy Duty Kenda Klever M/T KR29 15" Trailer Tire If you're serious about exploring off-road, or you need a tire that can handle the toughest jobs, the Kenda Klever M/T trailer tire won't let you down. Its aggressive shoulder blocks bite into loose ground, and the...

rideordietire.com

 

[mcbridek]

There are two tire alternatives where you will find nearly unanimous support for, Goodyear endurance highway tread Falken Wildpeak for an all terrain tread. Both come in the size you listed and both come in higher load ratings. The Falken comes in D and E load. If you use an LT tire, you need to go up to a higher load..

 

[Terri Swartz]

Thanks! I really appreciate the info.

 

[RobbieH]

Even if the trailer were off-roady, having aggressive tires makes no sense. Those aren't drive wheels, so there's no traction to be lost vs. plain street tires.

 

[Bob K4TAX]

Carlisle makes good quality reliable trailer tires. No need for off-road tires and no need to inflate to maximum pressure. This will provide a softer ride.

Bob

 

[jimmoore13]

Look at Goodyear Endurance. I believe they come in 225/75/15.
Compare the load capacity of your current tires with the Goodyears of the slightly smaller size. If the Goodyears can carry more than the load the rig places on them, the Goodyears are highly respected and an ideal replacement. I have them on my rig.
Those Goodyears are load-range E. Load index is

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2833 lb