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• How to Determine if a Torsion Axle Needs to be Replaced and Lifting a Trailer Off the Ground
  It is certainly possible for any axle to wear out enough over time to need replacing. Since the suspension is built into a torsion axle if the suspension part was to wear out pretty much the only solution would be to replace the axle. If the deflection, or amount of travel of the wheels, on the torsion axle has increased, caused the trailer to bottom out, or is not the same on each side then that would be a good indication that something is wrong. Having the weight off of the tires if...
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• Recommended Brand of Tire for a Size ST235/85R16 or ST235/80R16 Tire
  The best tires that we have come from Westlake. For the ST235/85R16 size you could use part # LHWL410 which has a Load Range of G (4,400 lbs at 110 psi). For the ST235/80R16 size you could use part # LHWL401 which has a Load Range of E (3,520 lbs at 80 psi). The thing that sets this tire apart from all of the other options is the warranty. The performance itself is comparable to other brands that we carry, but it also comes with a 5-year warranty. This tire comes with complimentary roadside...
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• Are Trailer Tires Better for a Trailer than Light Truck Tires
  Light truck tires (LT) are sometimes used in RV applications but generally not on utility trailers. Light truck tires are a type of passenger vehicle tire and as such they are not built with as thick of a sidewall as trailer tires. A thicker sidewall allows a trailer tire to handle more vertical load. I recommend going with ST trailer tires. The ST stands for special trailer. A trailer tire can fail for several reasons. Overloading a tire can cause it to fail. You are towing a lot of weight...
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• What is the Difference Between 235/80-16 and 235/85-16 Trailer Tires
  Do you by any chance mean 235/80-16 and 235/85-16? Because there isn't a 275 trailer tire size that I have seen. If so then the widths are the same between the two 235 sizes. The difference is overall diameter. The 235/80-16 is 30.9 inches in diameter. The 235/85-16 is 31.7 inches in diameter. A difference of 0.8 inches but only half of that, 0.4 inches, applies to above the tire. It is unlikely that 0.4 inches will cause a fit issue but you can check to make sure there is space enough...
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• What Can Cause Frequent Trailer Tire Blow Outs
  A lot of trailer tire blowouts are a result of heat build up that causes the tire to fail. There are several things that can cause too much heat to build up but the main two most likely suspects are overloading the trailer and/or under inflated tires. The trailer axle capacity should be located on a sticker or plate on the frame. Avoid loading the trailer beyond its capacity and use tires with an appropriate weight carrying capacity. Trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum...
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• What is the Difference Between Load Range E and F Trailer Tires in the Same Size
  The difference between a load range E and load range F tire of the same size, 235/85-16, is the weight capacity and pressure. The Karrier Radial Tire, Load Range E, # AM10295, has a capacity of 3,640 pounds at 95 psi. The Load Range F Tire, # AM10501, has a capacity of 3,960 pounds at 95 psi. Trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum psi rating indicated on the tire. If a tire is under inflated, it will cause the side wall to build up more heat faster and cause the tire to...
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• How to Read the Date Code on a Trailer Tire
  First, the DOT date code on a tire is 4 numbers. The first 2 are the week and the last 2 are the year. So for example if it was 2314 that means that tire was made in the 23rd week of 2014. There isn't a difference between a tire sitting on the shelf that is 1 year old and the one next to it that is 1-1/2 or 2 years old. Now if one tire is a year old and the other was 6 years old then yes, the older one would have to go. On popular sizes like ST235/85R16 # AM10501 they come in and go out...
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• Can 15 Inch Tires on Enclosed Trailer be Replaced with 16 Inch Tires
  As long as you have the needed wheel well and trailer frame clearance for a larger tire and wheel, you can certainly move up to a 16 inch tire on your 2004 Enclosed Trailer. Generally speaking you will want to have at least 3 inches from the top of the tire to the fender to accommodate for suspension travel. The Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10501 that you were looking at will have an overall diameter/height of 31.7 inches and a width of 9.3 inches. You will want to just...
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• Correct Tire Pressure for ST235/80R16 Trailer Tires
  Special trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum psi pressure figure shown right on the tire sidewall. Always check pressure and inflate as needed with the tires cold, such as first thing in the morning. As you drive and as the daytime temperature increases the pressure within the tire will then increase from the cold starting pressure but this is normal and does not require you to compensate for it. Each 10 degrees of Fahrenheit ambient temperature change equates to about...
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• Using Passenger Car Tires on Trailers
  With a few possible exceptions (large fifth wheels that use LT or Light Truck Tires), we recommended that only trailer tires be used on trailers because they have stiffer sidewalls which do a better job dealing with the vertical load tires experience when installed on a trailer. Also, trailers don't have steering axles, which means the cornering forces trailer tires experience are different than those passenger car tires would. For a tire to blow out at the sidewall like you described,...
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• After How Long Do I Need To Replace My Trailer Tires?
  Hello Wade, good question. Trailer tires are pretty durable, and generally they will need to be replaced due to age rather than getting worn down. Generally, trailer tires should be replaced every 5-6 years regardless of mileage and use. The sun is a tires worst enemy, so storing your trailer outside where the tires are exposed to the sun all day may certainly shorten their lifespan by leading to cracks or dry rot. I suggest checking for any fine cracks on the tire sidewalls that would...
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• Tire and Tire Chain Recommendations for 30 Foot Motorhome
  The tires we carry are for trailer use only, they wouldn't be for use on your motorhome. A Class A motorhome is a self-contained unit, with an engine but a trailer is towed behind another vehicle, so yes there is a difference between a 'Trailer' and a 'Class A motorhome'. Your motorhome should have a sticker on it somewhere (usually placed on the drivers door jamb) listing the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR is the maximum the vehicle can weigh once its fully loaded. You'll...
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• Comparing Kenda Karrier, Taskmaster and Provider Special Trailer Tires in Size ST21575R14
  The three radial special trailer (ST) tires we offer in size 215/75-14 can be seen on the linked page. These include the Taskmaster # TTWTRTM2157514D in Load range D, the Provider # TTWTR21514 in Load Range C and the Kenda Karrier # AM10229 also in Load Range C. All of these radial special trailer tires will provide more flex for better ground contact than a bias ply tire. The main difference between these tires, apart from their load range ratings, is their speed rating. Trailer tires...
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• High-Pressure Tire Valve Stem for 110-PSI Tires
  It is usually the tire valve stem that matters when upgrading trailer tires to a higher load range that needs higher psi pressure. A bolt-in metal valve stem like # AM20906 handles pressure up to 200-psi and it includes two grommets so that it will fit a rim hole of either 0.453 or 0.625 inches. You will use only the one grommet that fits your rim. Rubber valve stems usually top out at 100-psi, as with # AM20907. The tire you referenced # AM10501 is a Load Range F in size ST235/85R16...
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• Is There Benefit to Going with Trailer Tire with Higher Load Rating Than Needed
  All things being equal, including price, I'd go with the higher rated tire when available. Even if it's not really needed you end up with a tire that's made a bit stronger. The biggest difference you'll notice is that you'll have to inflate the tires to a higher PSI since the higher the Load Rating the higher the pressure requirement. You should note that trailer tires need to be inflated to their max PSI rating to ensure you get the full weight capacity. In theory the higher PSI rating...
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• Recommended ST235/85R16 Trailer Tire with Load Range G
  Both the Provider ST235/85R16 # TTWPRG235R16 and the Westlake # LHWL410 Load Range G Tires referenced in your question represent premium options of this particular trailer tire size. These are both high quality radial tires with a maximum load of 4,400 pounds at 110 psi. Just keep in mind that when you upgrade the load capacity of your tires, you will still be limited by the axle capacity and capacities listed by your trailer manufacturer. I recommend going with the Westlake # LHWL410...
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• Recommended Replacement ST235/80R16 Tires for 5th-Wheel Trailer
  Trailer tire failure is usually a result of excess heat, which can arise from a variety of potential causes. The first important factor to always consider is the inflation of your trailer tires. A tire that is under or over-inflated will build up more internal heat. You should always make sure that all of the tires on your trailer are inflated to their maximum cold psi pressure as listed on the tire sidewall. Next, you always want to make sure you are not overloading the tire with more...
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• Is the Karrier Tire and the Loadstar Tire the Same Brand of Tire or Different
  The Karrier tire and the Loadstar tire are separate lines of tires that are made by the Kenda tire company. If the same tire size is made in both brands they will interchange with each other as long as the load carrying capacities are the same on both tires. In the Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range F, part # AM10501, that you have referenced, it is only available in the Karrier line of tires. Kenda has been producing many types of tires since 1962. In the their specialty...
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• Replacement Tire Recommendation for a 14,000 Pound 5th Wheel Trailer with 235/80-16 Tires
  You could go to a slightly larger tire, 235/85-16, and get a higher ply rating which will mean the tire will be stronger. I recommend # TTWPRG235R16 which is a Load Range G rated for 4,400 pounds at 110 psi. It has a ply rating of 14 and an M speed rating (81 miles per hour). The issue you have had could be related to capacity. If the front of the trailer is riding high then that puts more weight and stress on the axles. Be sure to keep the trailer level in addition to keeping the tires...
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• Best Trailer Tire in Size 235/75-16
  The best option we have for the trailer tire size 235/75-16 is the part # LHWL410. This tire has a capacity of 4,400-lb max load at 110 psi, has a speed rating of 75 mph. But what is really great is the 2 year roadside assistance program. If your RV or trailer has a flat tire, call the help line and a technician will come change the flat for you. You can call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year from anywhere in the United States, Canada, or Puerto Rico. I attached a review...
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• 16 Inch Trailer Wheels Rated for at Least 3,960 Pounds at 110 PSI
  Dexstar Steel Mini Mod Trailer Wheel # AM20794 has the same 3,960 pound capacity at 110 psi as Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10501. So if you are looking for an 8 on 6-1/2 bolt pattern these two would be a great match. For a valve stem use # AM20906. You can also use white Mini Mod wheel # AM20789 or 8 spoke white wheel # TTW660865WS4.
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• Trailer Tire Recommendation for a 15k Trailer with 16 inch Trailer Rims
  I did some research on the Provider ST Tire F835 that you have, and it looks like the tire has a 4,080 lb capacity when inflated to 110 psi. Based on that you would have a total of 16,320 lbs of tire capacity since you have 4 tires on your setup. That should be enough capacity for you since you have a 15k GVW. The only option we have that would be pretty close to that would be the Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10501. This has a 3,960 lb capacity when inflated to 95 psi which...
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• Can I Upgrade ST225/75R15 Tires to ST235/80R16
  You can replace a ST225/75R15 trailer tire with a ST235/80R16 trailer tire as long as you have enough room to accommodate the larger tire. The ST235/80R16 tire will be 1/2 inch wider and 2-1/2 inches larger in diameter than the ST225/75R15 tire. This will put the inner wall of the tire 1/4 of an inch closer to your frame or trailer wall and it will put the tread 1-1/4 inches closer to the underside of the fender/wheel well. You want at least 2 inches of clearance between the inner side...
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• Can an ST235/80/16 Load Range F Trailer Tire be Safely Used on a 15k 5th Wheel Trailer
  There seems to be a mix up somewhere. Trailer tire # AM10501 that you have referenced is size 235/85-16, not 235/80. We have 2 tires in size 235/85-16. First, # AM10501, is a load range F and is rated for 3,960 pounds at 95 psi. Then we have # AM10295, load range E, rated for 3,640 pounds at 95 psi. So the load range F tire is rated higher. For tire size 235/80-16 we have 1 tire, # AM10248, rated for 3,197 pounds at 90 psi. As far as if any of the above tires can be used on a 14,800 pound...
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