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Old 04-23-2018, 04:30 PM   #101
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Has anyone heard of gladiator trailer tires? A friend spoke to commercial truckers who swear by them. He put them on his camper and was told by the i staller, if he ever sells his camper keep the tires for they will last forever. Any info from anyone?
I had a set on my Monty am switching them out for Salians. I’ve had these on for two years and noticed they are separating between the treads. Not going to wait till I have a blowout. I just got Salians for $129.00 plus FET and free shipping from simple tire that’s with 10% off. Total was $552.40.Discount tire said they will mount them for me.
 
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Not trying to change the subject or anything but It would be nice if you could post a picture of the 3" block or blocks that they raised your camper with. Just real curious about that.
I would be glad to except i don't know how to transfer pictures to computer.
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Old 04-23-2018, 08:56 PM   #103
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Just took are first trip since we put on the Sailun's on. Could not believe the Difference in the way the 5er road and handels I should have done right after I got it. live & learn if you haven't yet get em you wont be dissatisfied at all I new the rainers were crap but I'll put them on my demo trailer.

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Old 04-30-2018, 09:19 AM   #104
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I have not had good experience with factory tires in the past with one failure that caused quite a bit of damage. other times found bubbles on them before they failed. last 5th wheel we bought went with the factory ones for a bout 6 months (several 1,000 miles traveled) found a bubble on one so replaced all with Walmart tires good year marathons (was sunday only place open) had a failure on one of them less than 3 months lucky minimum damage that I repaired (maybe 4,000). asked the dealer if he could put Michelins I had put some on the last trailer and ran for several thousands of miles but was told Michelin does not make trailer tires. true of not
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Old 04-30-2018, 02:36 PM   #105
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I have not had good experience with factory tires in the past with one failure that caused quite a bit of damage. other times found bubbles on them before they failed. last 5th wheel we bought went with the factory ones for a bout 6 months (several 1,000 miles traveled) found a bubble on one so replaced all with Walmart tires good year marathons (was sunday only place open) had a failure on one of them less than 3 months lucky minimum damage that I repaired (maybe 4,000). asked the dealer if he could put Michelins I had put some on the last trailer and ran for several thousands of miles but was told Michelin does not make trailer tires. true of not
Just buy a set of Sailun and the only thing you need to do is maintain psi.
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Old 04-30-2018, 05:08 PM   #106
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Sailun S637s and Disc brakes - best upgrades for my money and safety.
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Old 05-30-2018, 10:13 PM   #107
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I switched to Goodyear G614 RST TIRES, after blowing 5 China bombs. The G614 is made for 5th wheels. Never have to worry about blowouts again.
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Old 05-30-2018, 11:25 PM   #108
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I switched to Goodyear G614 RST TIRES, after blowing 5 China bombs. The G614 is made for 5th wheels. Never have to worry about blowouts again.
Most are going to Sailun S637 as they have a better reputation than the G614 at half the cost. Also, OEM on new Montanas.
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Old 05-31-2018, 12:06 AM   #109
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Yikes, just bought new set of G614s today. I’ll consider that new OEM Tire in three or four years. We are full time.
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Old 05-31-2018, 02:43 AM   #110
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jhardinbrook, I would not be so quick. First hit on Bing.... http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fu...d/24548901.cfm
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Most are going to Sailun S637 as they have a better reputation than the G614 at half the cost. Also, OEM on new Montanas.
The “Sailun” tires are made in China. Considering not only our tariff issues going on, in the event like most things from China, their general product quality hasn’t improved, the warranty replacement and store location will certainly be a factor when on the road. “We’ve had great performance and longevity with the Good Year G614’s” and Good Year stands behind their products nationwide...
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Old 05-31-2018, 10:16 AM   #112
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it is amazing to me that these threads keep going on about what tire to buy. the choices seem sooooo clear; either the G614 or the Saliun tire.



of course there are other tires but do you really want to try something else?


Over 6 pages saying the same thing. Probably it is time for the web administrator to lock this thread.
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The “Sailun” tires are made in China. Considering not only our tariff issues going on, in the event like most things from China, their general product quality hasn’t improved, the warranty replacement and store location will certainly be a factor when on the road. “We’ve had great performance and longevity with the Good Year G614’s” and Good Year stands behind their products nationwide...
I'll stay with Sailun as I prefer not to have problems. The 614 is a good tire, Sailun just has fewer complaints. If prices go up they are unlikely to more than double to equal 614 price. Quality? I'll happily pay for it and Sailun is above reproach. My dealer gets them overnight like 614s. To each their own comfort level.
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Just sittin' here in Arkansas trying to figure out why my rear axle tires are wearing out on the inside. U mentioned being nose high, I thought equalizers between the axles accounted for this. (Up to a point, of course).have about 12k miles on this trip an have replaced 4 tires. Just got through pulling alignment measurements and all appears to be within 1/8 inch. Is inside tire wear a problem with all Dexter 7k axles? I have weighed trailer twice this trip and both times have had 12k or less axle weight. Just under 16k gvw. Spoke with Keystone this am and lady said loss of camber would cause outside shoulder wear. Hmm? BTW, this is first trip over 1 thousand miles for this 5er. Never saw this before. It has correct track and CRE3000 w/wet bolts, lube every 3k miles
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...... Spoke with Keystone this am and lady said loss of camber would cause outside shoulder wear......
No, loss of camber, or a lessening of the arch to the extreme could cause the inside shoulder wear you're describing.
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Tires are classified by load range. Buy a tire that exceeds your expected needs by some amount based on actual weight and the speed you drive. Expect off balance loads and road hazards. Ten years ago, our Montana came with load range E tires which failed as many have. We replaced them with load range G as many have. All is well. Chinese or American according to your price tolerance and your politics. We chose American.
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Tires are classified by load range. Buy a tire that exceeds your expected needs by some amount based on actual weight and the speed you drive. Expect off balance loads and road hazards. Ten years ago, our Montana came with load range E tires which failed as many have. We replaced them with load range G as many have. All is well. Chinese or American according to your price tolerance and your politics. We chose American.
Agree ~~ I chose Chinese as they have a better reputation than the American. Being half the price is a bonus.
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wow! not one mention of good year Endurance tires, best trailer tire available, USA made & affordable. Forget all the Chinese crap & step up to these & you won't look back. I have them on our 05 Alfa Toyhouse, recommended by tire shop after blowout. all reviews seem to be five stars, I haven't seen a negative one yet. I will be putting them on the new monty in the spring.
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Old 08-06-2018, 07:29 PM   #119
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Sailun S637 all the way. They are designed of of semi trailer tires. I just installed them along with a TPMS. My Montana 3500RL pulled like a dream. I highly recommend them.
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wow! not one mention of good year Endurance tires, best trailer tire available, USA made & affordable. Forget all the Chinese crap & step up to these & you won't look back. I have them on our 05 Alfa Toyhouse, recommended by tire shop after blowout. all reviews seem to be five stars, I haven't seen a negative one yet. I will be putting them on the new monty in the spring.
It will take 5 years for the Endurance to prove it self. One year is hardly proof. Don't forget the Marathons were good when they came out and years later became known as Marabomb! Don't forget GY hid many accidents, many injuries, and at least 9 deaths caused by their MH tires for years and kept selling them. Not a very trustworthy company.

Now~~ the PROVEN tire with the ABSOLUTE BEST reputation comes from China. That is the Sailun, a Canadian company. They also cost less than the Endurance.

EARLY reports indicate the Endurance may prove to be a very good tire. In time it may be the best for those with 15" wheels and smaller that cannot hold at let 80 PSI. Those with a heavy 5er should not consider LR E (10 ply rating) tires but go with LR G (14 ply).
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