Trailer Tire Comparison ST145R12 Kenda Vs. Carlisle

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Ive been shopping for a new spare tire for our pop up camper, size ST145/R12. I notice in this size you carry Kenda Karrier S-trail tires. Do you know how these compare to Carlisle Radial Trail RH as far as quality?

asked by: Heath A

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Expert Reply:

Carlisle and Kenda trailer tires are about the same in terms of quality. We only sell Kenda currently so I'll try not to give you too much bias...but the Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10130 that you referenced is very well liked by our customers who have used it and came back and left reviews. I'd feel very confident recommending this tire for you.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Hi Carl; the Bobcat is another wheel in the long line of discontinued wheels from Lionshead. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon for their wheels. The closest design is the Margay #LH58VR or #LH38VR but that really isn't a great match. If you…

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Answer 2

Hello Greg, Thank you for the rotor measurement, it was most helpful as it tells me you have a 2K axle. Tie Down Engineering is no longer, but Kodiak parts work great! The Calipers are different for the driver and passenger side: - Driver Side:…

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Answer 3

Hey Rick! If you aren't concerned about the appearance of the wheel since it is a spare you can use the Karrier #AM32545 (if you have a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern) or the #KE64WV (if you have a 6 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern). If you just want the wheel…

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Hey Mike, the two Karrier tires part #KE63KV and #AM10303 are very similar but the big difference is the tread pattern. I prefer the part #AM10303 as it is more similar to an automotive type tread pattern but the cost savings of the #KE63KV is pretty…

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Answer 5

Hey Steve, this is a great question but our Kenda Karrier tire part #KE78KV is the Kenda part number AM102210 so it's the exact same tire.

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Answer 6

Hey Walter, the Karrier tires part #AM10210 and #KE78KV both are really similar tires from Karrier. They both have same speed rating of 81 mph, Load Range of D, and weight capacity of 1,650 lbs. The only really noteworthy difference is the tread…

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Answer 7

Hello Justin, thanks for reaching out. Going from a load range C tire up to a load range D likely will not change the ride quality in any noticeable way. You would not be increasing the carrying capacity of your trailer, but the higher rated tires…

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Answer 8

Your current 20.5x8x10 size trailer tires have an overall diameter of just over 20-inches. The modern metric designation for this size is 205/65-10, an example of which is #AM3H490. The tire size you want to switch to, 175/80-13, has an overall…

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Answer 9

Great question, William! The Karrier ST225/75R15 #KE63KV is a KR35 while the Karrier ST225/75R15 #AM10303 is a KR03 according to Kenda. There is a slight variation in the tread pattern and from what Kenda says about them it looks like the KR03 is…

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Answer 10

Hello Joe, Yes, using a Hot Rod electric heater #DGR6VP in a 2010 Atwood 6-gallon water heater causes corrosion. The tank is aluminum, and the Hot Rod typically uses brass or stainless steel, which creates a reaction between the dissimilar metals…

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Answer 11

Hi Marty; the main difference between the #AM10199 and #KE48KV is the tread. The #AM10199, which is their KR03 tire, is the better choice for paved roads. This tread will also have better performance on the road in wet conditions. The tire also has…

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Answer 12

Since both a ST145/R12 size tire, like the Kenda Karrier S-Trail #AM10130, and a 5.30-12 size tire, like the Kenda K353 #AM10068, fit a 12 inch wheel, a ST145/R12 size tire can replace a 5.30-12 size tire. Keep in mind that these tires do have…

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