Tire Pressure (Trailer stamp vs tire info)

[Bill]

Originally Posted by Deb Mac

Still think inside the rim is a really silly place to put that information. …. Silly! It would be so easy to stamp it into the back of the rim, with the other info…

Everyone who has dealt with that issue agrees with you. But the thing that makes it even sillier is that not all rims are stamped on the inside - or anywhere, for that matter. You may very well pull the tire off the wheel, look inside, and find ... nothing.

Good luck

Bill

[Deb Mac]

Originally Posted by Bill

…… You may very well pull the tire off the wheel, look inside, and find ... nothing.

Good luck

Bill

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I think I’ll just go with assumption of 65psi and live in blissful ignorance…

[Deb Mac]

Went and “visited” my old tires. Maxxis 225/75 R15 D. So D rated tires from 2007, would lead me to believe the rims are most likely 65psi max. I’ll run at 60psi. Haven’t heard back from Carlisle, so until I do, that will be my determination.

[Wavery]

Originally Posted by Deb Mac

Went and “visited” my old tires. Maxxis 225/75 R15 D. So D rated tires from 2007, would lead me to believe the rims are most likely 65psi max. I’ll run at 60psi. Haven’t heard back from Carlisle, so until I do, that will be my determination.

In my opinion, Maxxis are the best trailer tires on the market. I have used nothing but Maxxis for over 15 years and 7-trailers. I've never had a flat tire.

The ones on your trailer are 15-years-old. That should say a lot. I use "D" rated tires on my, 2004 Coleman pop-up, flat bed and cargo tailers. On my TrailManors, I have always used "E" rated.

[Shane826]

I don’t think I’ve ever come across Maxxis trailer tires. I’ve looked now and then but the only name brands I really find are Goodyear and Carlisle. I’ve run Carlisle with no issues.

[Wavery]

Originally Posted by Shane826

I don’t think I’ve ever come across Maxxis trailer tires. I’ve looked now and then but the only name brands I really find are Goodyear and Carlisle. I’ve run Carlisle with no issues.

They have been available on Amazon for years. I no longer see the load range "E" on Amazon. Maybe because of the price. I bought 3 Last January (from a local tire dealer) for $160 each.

I see that Amazon is mow carrying a "Maxxis M8008 Plus" Load range "D" that has a load weight rating of 2535#. They recommend that a 4000# load inflation @ 45psi

https://www.motortrend.com/how-to/15...r-tire-review/


https://www.maxxis.com/us/tire/m8008-plus-st-radial/

[Deb Mac]

Just checked those out. Found the Maxxis Canadian site - didn't find any on amazon.ca. My Carlisles are new, but a few years down the road I'll take a look at the Maxxis. Especially if I'm not happy with the Carlisles. Thanks.

[Deb Mac]

Originally Posted by Wavery

In my opinion, Maxxis are the best trailer tires on the market. I have used nothing but Maxxis for over 15 years and 7-trailers. I've never had a flat tire.

The ones on your trailer are 15-years-old. That should say a lot. I use "D" rated tires on my, 2004 Coleman pop-up, flat bed and cargo tailers. On my TrailManors, I have always used "E" rated.

Got me home with her! They were definitely showing their age though. Cracks coming up between the treads. Tonnes of tread - he never went anywhere!
Even though I wouldn't ever be running mine at 80 psi (rims aren't rated for that - pretty sure) I'm still happy going with E rated tires, fill to 60psi and get the extra layers.

[Shane826]

Just so you know an E rated tire @60psi has the same max load rating as a the same brand & model D rated tire @ 60psi.

[Deb Mac]

Thanks. I realize that. But I figure having an extra couple of layers can't hurt - not for the increased load, but the increased tire strength, which I would hope would translate to increased durability. The axles are only 3500 lb anyway! My limit isn't so much the tires, as the axle. I plan to swap my tires out after 5 or 6 years too. Maybe then I'll give the Maxxis' a try!