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quote:Originally posted by bish
Greetings everyone,
After my share of blowouts and reading, re-reading and reading again the postings on tires here on the forum I think I have decided to switch to LT tires. Even though the G rated tires seem the best option, I would rather not go to the extra expense since we are part time travelers and I would also have to replace the rims.
My question: What experience have any of you owners of the 3400RL had after switching the LT tires? I am looking at the Michelin XPS rib or the Bridgestone Duravis 250.
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Steve, before you make a decision, you need actual weights you are carrying on the trailer axles. What are the axles on your trailer rated at? 6K or 7K? If you have 7K axles then you must have 7K wheels.
We need more info from you before a recommendation can be made.
In my case my 2014 3150RL weighs 10,400lbs on the axles. The axles are 7K Dexter. They are rated @6,750lbs each because of the OEM Marathon tires. I installed Duravis 250 tires. I have 2000 miles on them with no issues. I have no problem with down rating my axles due to my tire selection. Because of the tire down rate, I do not think I can go into Canada, but that is not on my trip plans, so not a issue.
Jim
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2012 Ram Laramie 3500 DRW 4x4 3.73 Tow Max Pkg B&W Companion 60 gal RDS aux fuel tank. 2014 Montana 3150RL, 2 A/C's, Leather, 6 Point Jacks, Splendede WD2100XC, Mor/ryde X-Factor, Duravis 250 tires with TST 507RV monitors. 2 x Honda EU2000's