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• Recommended Replacement for H78-14 Tires
  Molson, the H78-14 tire size is equivalent to the ST215/75-14 tire size like the Loadstar ST215/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire # AM1ST90.
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• Bias Trailer Tires vs Radial Trailer Tires
  The main difference between a radial ply and bias ply tire is how the tire is constructed. The cords underneath the tire are run in different directions. On a bias tire, the cords run at a 32 degree angle from the direction of travel and on a radial tire, the cords will run at 90 degrees from direction of travel, or across the tire from wheel lip to wheel lip. Because of the construction of a radial tire, the tire has more flex and will allow for more ground contact. That will improve...
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• Availability of Replacement Tire For Size F65-14ST on Tow Master Boat Trailer
  The replacement for the F65-14ST tire you mentioned would be a ST205/65-14, which is kind of an oddball size that we don't carry. The closest equivalent we carry would be 205/75-14. The tire you currently have is 24.6 inches in diameter, and 7.4 inch section width. The ST205/75-14 is 26.3 inches in diameter and 7.8 inches wide which is about a 1/2 inch wider and 1.7 inches larger in diameter. We have the 205/75-14 available in a bias-ply or a radial tire. The radial is available in a...
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• ST Tire Specs For F65-14 and Compatibility Recommendation
  The F65-14 tire is the ST205/65D14 tire and the closest we have is the 205/75-14 size you referenced. That tire is 26.3 inches diameter and 8.1 inches wide. My recommendation for that size tire is the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D # AM10235. This tire is rated for 2,200 lbs at 75 psi and speeds up to 81 mph. I've attached a video to assist. This may require adjusting your fenders as you stated. If you need smaller tires you will need to drop to 13 inch...
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• Can 205/75D14 Tire Be Used As Spare For A 215/75D14 Tire On Boat Trailer?
  If a 205/75D14 like the Loadstar # AM1ST86 was the only thing you had to get you off the side of the road it would work for a vert short distance, but you would not want to use it long. The reason for this is it will be just under 1" shorter than the 215/75D14 tires you currently have. Having a shorter tire on one side will cause the trailer to sit uneven and will put additional weight on the shorter side which is not ideal. Instead I recommend getting the Loadstar ST215/75D14 # AM1ST90...
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• Can a ST215/75R14 Tire and a ST215/75D14 Tires be Used at the Same Time
  Using a Bias ST215/75D14, like part # AM1ST90, and Radial ST215/75R14, like part # AM10229, tire at the same time on your trailer should only be done if there were an emergency. Since there is a difference in how those types of tires run, wear, and cool, you could end up having an uneven ride or tire failure. The ideal setup is to have all bias tires or all radial tires. That is the best way to stay safe and know that you will get the most life out of each tire.
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• Is a 215/75-14 Trailer Tire Taller than a 205/75-15 Trailer Tire
  I think you might be talking about diameter but yes, a 215/75-14 trailer tire will have a slightly larger circumference than a 205/75-14 tire. Specifically, the 205 will have a circumference of about 82.582 inches whereas the 2015 will have a circumference of about 83.838 inches. The diameter of the 205 is 26.3 inches and for the 215 the diameter is 26.7 inches. That is 0.4 inches of difference meaning that it would raise the height of the trailer by 0.2 inches. Trailer tires should...
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• Replacement 215/75-14 Trailer Tires for a Dual Axle Boat Trailer
  Radial trailer tires are going to give you the best ride and they run cooler than bias ply tires so I recommend going with radials. For tire size 215/75-14 you would need radial tire # AM10229. It is rated for 1,870 pounds at 50 psi so 4 of them would have more than enough capacity for a 5,400 pound gross trailer weight. Trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum psi as indicated on the tire. The reason for this is that trailer tires have a thicker side wall than car tires....
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• We Keep Blowing Out Tires. Should We Go Up From A 6 Ply To An 8 Ply?
  My recommended first step for you to take is to determine what tire size you would need. If you check the plate on the trailer frame near the coupler there will the VIN, axle capacities, as well as the trailer tire size and Load Range recommended. Compare those specifications to the tires you currently have, if you don't have that recommended size and load range, those should be the tires you purchase. The load range of a tire will be the capacity you need, and you can choose between bias...
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• How Many Years is a Trailer Tire Good For Regardless of Wear
  As a general rule of thumb, trailer tires should be replaced every 6 to 8 years regardless of wear. Even though an older tire might appear to have plenty of tread left on it, dry rot and cracking can cause tire failure. If your current tire size is a ST215/75D14 the part # AM1ST90 would work great as a replacement.
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• Modern Trailer Tire Size Equivalent to H78-14
  There are a couple of different size modern equivalents to the 78-14 tire size. But for an H78-14, you would need to use an ST215/75-14, see link. If you just want tires, we have bias tire # AM1ST90 and for a radial we have # AM10229. Make sure not to mix radial and bias tires for best performance and longest life of the tires. I have also included a link to our tire FAQ article for you. If you need a tire and rim and you have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern rim you would want a Karrier...
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• Will Switching From Radial To Bias Ply Tires Help With Trailer Bounce?
  Hey Darryl, thanks for getting in touch. Generally, radial tires are better for reducing trailer bounce than bias ply tires. Radial tires tend to flex a bit more and should not bounce as much as a bias ply. That said, if your tires are excessively worn and starting to separate, this can contribute to the trailer bounce. I do not believe that switching to bias tires will give any significant benefit though. There are most likely other factors contributing to this. Usually trailer bounce...
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• Recommended 275/75-14 Size Tires for Travel Trailer Highway and Off-Road Use
  For your application I recommend going with the Loadstar ST215/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire # AM1ST90. This comes with a load range of C (1,870 lbs at 50 psi) and a speed rating of M which means it is rated for up to 81 mph. Bias tires are better for off-road use than radial tires because bias have a sidewall that is more stiff.
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• What PSI Should Kenda Loadstar ST215/75-14 Size Tires be Run
  The size 215/75-14 Kenda Loadstar bias tire K550 is our part # AM1ST90. It has a maximum capacity of 1,870 pounds each at 50 psi. Trailer tires should always be inflated to their maximum psi when they're cold. These tires have plenty of capacity for your 1,300 kilogram (About 2,866 pound) boat. As long as the trailer's weight doesn't put you over. I've also linked an article on trailer tires for some more information you might find helpful.
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• Can a Radial Tire Be Used On One Side and a Non-Radial On the Other Side Of a Trailer
  You will need to use the same ply tire on all sides of the trailer whether that be radial or bias(non-radial). If you were to use two different plies you could have two completely different tire temperatures and even pressures which would put you at risk of a blowout. The actual material used in the constriction of the belts in the tire (nylon or steel) does not really matter but ideally you want both tires to be the same brand/model as well. I have attached a list of our trailer tires...
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• Can Radial and Bias Tire Types be Used Simultaneously on a Boat Trailer
  We do not advise mixing bias ply and radial ply tires on any vehicle. Each type of tire has a unique cord construction under the tread layer that gives each one different ride characteristics. Bias tires use cords that run on a 32 degree angle to the direction of rotation. Radial tires use cords that run on a 90-degree angle to the direction of rotation. Bias ply tires have a stiffer sidewall and are generally more durable and suited to off-road use, while radial tires are more flexible...
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• Replacement ST215/75-14 Trailer Tires
  You can get the ST215/75D14 tires by themselves as part # AM1ST90. If you would rather go wit ha radial tire then use # AM10229. Both tires are rated for 1,870 pounds at 50 psi. Current pricing is available on the product pages. I have included a link to our informational article on trailer tires for you.
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• What is the Modern Equivalent of an 8.55-14 Trailer Tire on a 1977 Volunteer Camper Traielr
  I believe your tires use the old Inch size rating that was used in the 1960s and 1970s. I believe it is an 8.55-14. You will need to measure your tire to be sure. The 14 would indicate that the tires are on 14 inch wheels. The width should be about 8-1/2 inches wide. The closest modern tire is going to be a 215/75-14 like # AM1ST90. This tire sits on 14 by 6 inch wheels, has a width of 8.4 inches and an outer diameter of 26.3 inches. If his matches your existing tires, then the Loadstar...
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• Black Trailer Wheel 5 on 4-1/2" With Loadstar ST215/75D14 Tire
  We have the Black Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel # AM20353 that you will be able to have a Loadstar ST215/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire # AM1ST90 mounted. Our wheel and tire combos come from the manufacturer mounted and we do not have a way to mount them in our facility. We currently do not carry any wheel and tire combos pre mounted in chrome or black like the Loadstar ST215/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire with 14" White Wheel # AM3S550.
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• How Do I Find My Correct Tire For My Shasta Starflyte Camper
  The fact that you have "ST Tires" means you definitely have a trailer tire. Those tires will be labeled ST before the tire size to designate a special trailer tire. This will mean the tire is designed with stronger sidewalls to handle the extra loads that a trailer/camper will put on the tire. As a result you may have the correct sized tires. In regards to tire clearance, the minimum distance between the inside of a tire and the frame rail depends a lot on the setup of the trailer. But...
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• What Is the Difference Between ST215/75D14 And ST705/75D14 Tires
  If you change from a tire like part # AM1ST90 which is a ST215/75D14 tire to a tire like part # AM1ST86 which is an ST205/75D14, the tire will be about 1/2 inch narrower and 1/2 inch smaller diameter. Both tires will perform well if they are properly inflated and if the trailer is properly and evenly loaded. Most trailer tires have a 65 mph speed rating. Exceeding this speed can cause heat to build up in the tire reducing the lifespan of the tire.
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• What are the Correct Size Tires for the Dexstar Vintage Steel Trailer Wheels in 14 inch
  The Dexstar Vintage Steel Wheel is a 5-1/2 inch wide wheel and will accept 14-inch bias ply trailer tires, in ST205/75D14 and ST215/75D14. In the ST205/75D14 tire size we have the, # AM1ST86, load range C. In the ST215/75D14 tire size there is one load range C tire available in bias ply, # AM1ST90. I provided a link to our Trailer Tire Sizing chart for you to review also. In the Chart you can compare all of the tire sizes, diameters, load ranges and appropriate rim widths, to match your...
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• Frequent Trailer Tire Blowouts and Dry Rot on a Tandem Axle Boat Trailer
  Tires blowing out is usually caused by either overloading the tires or because of excessive heat generated when the tires are under inflated. But with all of the problems you are having there may be something else going on as well. I recommend having the trailer inspected for suspension wear. Any egg-shaped holes in the suspension components could be the root cause of the problem. If the axles are torsion axles without suspension then this would not be the case. I also recommend pulling...
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• What is the Difference Between a Bias Ply Tire and a Radial Tire and Can I Tell Date of Manufacture
  The D14 will not fit your wheel if you currently have an R15 tire. That means your wheel is a 15 inch wheel and a D14 or R14 tire will fit a 14 inch wheel. The difference between a bias ply and a radial tire is the way the rubber is layered. A bias ply is layered around the tire, and a radial tire is layered from sidewall to sidewall with steel belting. A radial tire will be more stable and will yield better ride quality. Currently we do not have a 215/75-15 size tire. We do have a 225/75-15...
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