Sailun: S637 opinions please

[bigskyjimmy]

LMAO,that's funny even coming from a GM guy...GOOD one ,I would of posted a good Ford joke but I just posted that my GMC broke down ..RATS!

quote:Originally posted by WeBeFulltime

Well, let's see. Ford engines from Mexico and I believe Ram is assembled there too. All that leaves is...............never mind. I'll NEVER get THAT desperate for a new ride!

Baaaaaaaaaaahahahahaha, Just kidding.

[bshgto]

quote:Originally posted by NRA-Girl

Wow! It sounds like someone has their panties synched down too tight. Did not mean for you to lose bloodflow to the middle extremities. Its not good for the love life.

I honestly did not know that my Ford motor was made in Mexico. If I knew that I would have gone a different route and bought something different. Next time (if there is a next time) I will. I'm really not trying to rationalize anything. I try to buy as much American (or allied) as i can. Period. I honestly try to put my money where my mouth is. Am I perfect - No - . sometimes I actually buy something and then find out part of it was made elsewhere. Its part of the times that we live in. So please forgive me for that. I can only try to be better and count on you big boys to show me where I slip.

My point about Mexican jobs was simply that if the choice was between sending money to Mexico or China - I'll take Mexico anyway. I mean really..... China?????

Meanwhile loosen up those panties and take a blue pill to help restore some of that bloodflow. You will feel much better.

BANOSML

Not quite sure about this one, maybe it`s just me

[Mike117]

Wow, a lot of passion about tires. Everyone I appreciate the information. I have tow master and after reading all this tire stuff you all have scared the stuffing out of me. I purchase my 2014 HC from a buddy who used it three times. I am watching these tires like a hawk thank to all of you. I hope everyone doesn't get to passionate about tires to get upset. Thanks for the discussion and education. I have bought and done alot of different things because of all your knowledge. Thanks Mike

[Fordplus5er]

Thanks for the "helpful" replies. Funny how a simple tire thread always turns into some passionate debate about this or that... and almost always strays from the OP's original question... not only at this forum but others as well.

[TLightning]

quote:Originally posted by Fordplus5er

Thanks for the "helpful" replies. Funny how a simple tire thread always turns into some passionate debate about this or that... and almost always strays from the OP's original question... not only at this forum but others as well.

You ain't seen nothing yet...wait 'til we get to tow vehicles...again.

[Williams19740]

I put these same tires on our 3750fl while we were in Florida picking up our camper. Drove from Florida to New Jersey with our average speed being 70 m.p.h in the 95°heat and they performed perfect. Tire monitor system said temps were never over 107°. Couldn't be happier with the tires.

[rames14]

We had tire problems (fortunately no blow out, just flats) with our Big Sky. The problem went away after we switched to G614's. We ordered the Goodyear's on our new unit as well. But, being retired, we need to watch the budget. How is availability of Sailun's? Last year on our Alaskan trip, I knew I could find Goodyear's wherever I traveled. What about Sailun's? As stated earlier by Dick, we'll be watching over the next few years.

[tweber502]

I am on a budget and am guilty of buying the Sailuns and so far I am very happy with them. They are a very heavy duty tire and I am actually getting a much smoother ride with them. I believe ANYTHING is better than the Marathons........Tim

[Goin 4 Broke]

What is the speed rating on the Sailuns? If it is still 65mph like the ST Marathons it doesn't seem worth it to me. The Goodyears are 75 MPH?

[rohrmann]

They are rated the same as the G614, 'L', which is 75 MPH.

[Goin 4 Broke]

I am ready to pull the trigger and buy a set of these Sailuns based on the great advice above. Any suggestions on where to buy? Price I should expect to pay ? Also what have you all done with the Marathons, eBay or something?

[vangoes]

Just replaced my marathons with these S637 tires for $186 ea. through our local Goodyear Tire dealer. They also gave me $30 ea. allowance for the marathons. I purchased Maxxis tires through this same dealer for my previous rig. He understands the concerns about the marathons and he never tries to push the G614's because of the price.

[CaptEpsilon]

I put a set of 5 Sailun's on my 2014 3635RE after a Marabomb explosion w/damage to the coach about a month ago. Just got back from a 2500+ mile trip from Florida to Iowa. According to TPMS, pressure ranged from 119-124psi (from 105 "cold) and temps ranged from 98-105 (ambients were 80's to 103). Extremely happy with them. I got mine from Simpletire.com and paid about $155ish each shipped to my house. I then had a local semi truck place install them for around $50. Remember to replace your spare as well since the aspect ratio goes to 85 and you don't want to put an 80 ratio spare on with an 85 on the other end or you'll damage your axle.

Good luck!

[rohrmann]

The different sizes will have no effect on the trailer axles. There is no moving shaft connecting the wheels as there is on a drive axle, so the slightly different spare could run just fine if needed.

[mazboy]

nra girl, just a little to deep. you buy from our 'allies?' have you purchased anything lately from our ally Djibouti?

relax and enjoy your montana.

[scott-pati]

quote:Originally posted by NRA-Girl

"I know we can get into this made in the USA thing, but thats not even a valid argument today.

I'm sorry but I don't agree with that statement and I hope that most others don't either. I think that's just defeatist and giving up.

I still try to buy American or partial American as much as I can. It sometimes takes work but I consider it my patriotic duty. When that fails I try to buy goods made by any one of our Allies. Sure my engine was assembled in Mexico. But lets be honest - it was assembled from a lot of American parts and supervised by an American company (Ford) My truck was built in the US and provides hundreds of good paying US jobs!

In any event, If this is my choice I'll gladly support a job in Mexico before I send money to China who is just going to use it all against us in the future. At least a job in Mexico helps to provide stability in our neighbor on our southern border and perhaps means one less person who needs to sneak in to the US.

I just got back from a trip to Yellowstone etc and blew two tires on my 5th wheel. On this - my first long trip - I learned the hard way that Montana uses cheap Chinese pieces of junk on their trailers. All to save a buck. So after the second tire went I realized what was going on and I put Goodyear 614 tires on the trailer. The rest of the way there and back went without tire issues. I didn't ask the tire guy if he could find me a good but cheaper foreign alternative.

I haven't spent a lot of time on this forum, but what I have seen is a recurring theme of people complaining how Montana uses cheap parts to save a buck. Then I see some posters doing the same thing that Montana supposedly is doing. Tires are arguably one of the most important safety parts of the trailer. Why would anyone look to do it "on the cheap"? I certainly don't. I want the best I can find.

BANOSML*



* Buy American Now Or Speak Mandarin Later

Couldn't have said it any better!!!
welcome to the forum, NRA-Girl!

[scott-pati]

quote:Originally posted by Fordplus5er

Thanks for the "helpful" replies. Funny how a simple tire thread always turns into some passionate debate about this or that... and almost always strays from the OP's original question... not only at this forum but others as well.

On this forum tires, trucks and dually or no dually are just some of the topics that get pretty heated up on here. What gets me is how nasty it can get.

[vangoes]

Just a little fuel for thought for the OP. How is it determined that the G 614's are "better" than the Sailuns? After being a member of several forums since 2006 I have never read of a blowout with the Sailun G rated tire. I cant say the same about the G 614.

[scott-pati]

What causes a blowout anyway? Do you have stats on what cause it. To say the G614 has had blowouts vs Sailun or any tire is meaningless. Was the cause lack of maintenance, age, flat spots from sitting to long and not having proper inflation, or driving faster then the recommend speed of that tire, hitting curbs/pot holes etc.

The point here is do the Chinese make a good tire? The general consensus on this forum is no. Are the Sailuns any better vs G614's? Probably not. But are they holding up with no blowouts? IMHO to early to tell. They very well could be the true bargain when compared to G614.

I went with the G614 because I did not want to take a chance on a Chinese tire again. All tire brands have blowouts at some point and more brands than others, that's why we are here, on this forum so as to share our experiences. Sometimes you have to take others opinions with a grain of salt.

This is starting to get ugly. People, lets chill out...... GEEEEEZZZZ.

[vangoes]

It has been summed up....it is iyho and everybody has one. Without fact, one will have to go the way they are comfortable with. Both the g614 and the s637 have been around for a while and both are used on commercial vehicles. Go the way that will let you sleep at night!