SRGuy
Well-known member
Just got back from a trip. Had two of my three year old TT original tires blow out, big time. My fender skirt was destroyed, the underbelly ripped open, a metal support wing was bent and I know it's going to break off when I deal with it. All of the damage occurred on the second blowout. The tire's steel belt became a circular saw for a second or two.
Now, I'm replacing tires. On my last trip, a tire blew. Down to one original, and I'm being proactive with replacing it. I will now travel with two spares.
This whole thing is deja vu, all over again. Different TT, same experience as with two others. I do check my tires, I do keep them inflated at recommended pressure. I do put on those soft tire sun shield shrouds, when parked.
OK, these are ST 225/R15. My TT GVWR is 10,000. Double axels mean each tire needs to support 2,500 lbs.
Have any of you gone the SUV tire route? I feel that dedicated trailer tires are all garbage.
I know there are lots of technical issues, here, but I'm not inclined, yet, to read up on them, on my own.
So, you tire experts, what are your recommendations, here?
All info is greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Now, I'm replacing tires. On my last trip, a tire blew. Down to one original, and I'm being proactive with replacing it. I will now travel with two spares.
This whole thing is deja vu, all over again. Different TT, same experience as with two others. I do check my tires, I do keep them inflated at recommended pressure. I do put on those soft tire sun shield shrouds, when parked.
OK, these are ST 225/R15. My TT GVWR is 10,000. Double axels mean each tire needs to support 2,500 lbs.
Have any of you gone the SUV tire route? I feel that dedicated trailer tires are all garbage.
I know there are lots of technical issues, here, but I'm not inclined, yet, to read up on them, on my own.
So, you tire experts, what are your recommendations, here?
All info is greatly appreciated.
Thanks!