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Old 08-18-2014, 08:29 AM   #1
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Default 1996 2517 tire upgrade?

My 2518 has ST/185/80/13" tires. Can I upgrade to a 14"? I think I remember a discussion on this several years ago. My camper has been setup and used at our property for the last several years so tires did not really matter. I want to get it back on the road and before I buy new 13" ers I wanted check. I have been searching not much luck. Hoping someone can point me in the right direction.

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Old 08-18-2014, 02:34 PM   #2
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Look for posts by MariaG. And check out her TM repair blog at
http://trailmanorrepair.blogspot.com/
She did an older TM, same size as yours, and probably faced the same question.

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Old 08-18-2014, 06:36 PM   #3
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Just personal but take the max weight of the trailer, add 20% and divide by 2. That is your target load per tire. I suspect you need at least a Load Range C and D is better.
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