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Originally Posted by Pocketlake1
I've read the tire posts for the last 3 years and realize lots of opinions, some very passionate about manufacturer, ST vs LT, etc. Wanted to share my experience
Started with factory Tow Masters, which i'm sure some will refer to as China Bombs, but we made trips from Fla to Mich UP and also Alaska with no issues, so put about 20K miles before a blow, and I believe that was due to under inflation, accidentally running only 60psi when rated for 80.
I did a lot of listening and considering about going to LT's, but ended up purchasing a set of Goodyear Endurance last year. (yes, already how the Goodyear haters opinion will be on that) Have made trips from Fla to Nova Scotia and just returned from a great trip to Utah, so only have a little less than 15K on this set, but believe the Endurance is a pretty good ST.
I think what i consider our success so far is due to 2 things: I am religious about tire pressure now, and keep mine at 75 psi. When we were just in 17 degree weather at Bryce Canyon and heading to Arches, made sure with that cold temp i had them at 75
Also speed, the ST's i have are rated for only 60 MPH and that's what i drive on the highway. Get to my destination a little later, but keeps within the limits of the tire speed, and I'm delighted with the 13 mpg we get on our trips
All that being said, good chance i will go to LT's when i get a new set. No down side, plenty of upside and it only raises the trailer height by probably less than 2 inches
ps: loved the Utah parks, people and weather and now back home in Fla sweating, but happy it's only 85 right now and not 95
Safe Travels
Ken
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More proof that (imo) most, not all, peoples' previous tire issues are due to abuse. Whether unaware of, or just ignoring the use of load inflation tables, knowledge of your tires' age, pressure, speed rating, load limitations, and most of all, getting your trailer weighed are all pieces of information required to keep from abusing a tire.
How many people know, for example, their tires' actual speed rating
and limit themselves to it? How many people do you think would be surprised to find their tire rated at 60 mph?
I was. I'm guilty of being unaware of my tire speed rating (long ago), exceeding it (by only 10 mph) and paying the price. Since educating myself about tires and operating within their limitations I have had zero issues.
Some tires are better than others, but most are fine when used within their limitations, whatever the brand may be.