Maxxis vs Towmaster tires?

I'm going to replace the tires (2005 DOT code) that came on my recently purchased 2006 3023. After reading everything I could find on the forum and calling my local tire stores (I don't have a Discount Tire nearby), I'm trying to decide between the Maxxis and Towmaster tires (225/75R15 D). The Maxxis total will run me about $75 more for the 3 tires, which I don't mind paying if there's added value. Are the Maxxis worth $75 more? The dealer said they have seen much lower failure rates on these brands than the Carlisle (which are actually a little more expensive). Either way, I will be getting the metal valve stems and making sure they lift TM by frame and not axle (Thanks to great info on forum).

[Civil_War_Buff]

I did an exhaustive search before I settled on Maxxix tires. I searched reviews and saw nothing but good things about Maxxis. I will be upgrading to 15" this year and I will stay with the Maxxis there too.

I cannot speak to the Towmaster tires, but anything other than Carlisle is an improvement, and it appears that Goodyear Marathons are trying to catch up to Carlisle.

Thanks for the info. It seem like both are good choices from everything I've read. I'm going to go with the Towmaster, based on availability and a lot of positive comments I read over on an Airstream forum. I'll post here after some time on how they hold up.

[rvcycleguy]

I use the 15 inch Carlisle Trailer tires. Purchased a new set this past Nov. (E) rated and I have them at 80psi. Dragged the TM from the Gulf Coast to northern AZ and New Mexico this winter for over 3000 miles and feel they performed very well. I have also used them for years on a toy hauler and have never had a issue at all.

[Civil_War_Buff]

Originally Posted by Brifla

Thanks for the info. It seem like both are good choices from everything I've read. I'm going to go with the Towmaster, based on availability and a lot of positive comments I read over on an Airstream forum. I'll post here after some time on how they hold up.

Good luck Brian, I look forward to your personal review of the Towmaster tires. It appears that they are made by B.F. Goodrich, and while I know nothing about their trailer tires, I am always looking to augment my supplier list.

Regards, Larry

Are the Maxxis ST or LT?

If LT how is it working out with your modified suspension characteristics cause by the change from ST to LT.

Are you happy with the shortened life expectancy from 5 years to 3 years?

[scrubjaysnest]

Originally Posted by PopBeavers

Are the Maxxis ST or LT?

If LT how is it working out with your modified suspension characteristics cause by the change from ST to LT.

Are you happy with the shortened life expectancy from 5 years to 3 years?

They are most likely ST since LT is light truck and has to be de-rated.
ST is something to do with trailer tires. Hope wmtire jumps in on this one.

[Civil_War_Buff]

Yeah Bobby should jump in and clarify, but my research has indicated that ST are designed quite different in that they are made to slide a little through a curve where the LT is designed to grip a bit more which places additional stresses on the trailer frame. Aside from a utility trailer, I would only use ST tires on my trailers.

Originally Posted by Civil_War_Buff

Yeah Bobby should jump in and clarify, but my research has indicated that ST are designed quite different in that they are made to slide a little through a curve where the LT is designed to grip a bit more which places additional stresses on the trailer frame. Aside from a utility trailer, I would only use ST tires on my trailers.

ST also ahs softer sidewalls compared to LT. This is to soften the bouncing.

ST tires also have lubricants to reduce cracking due to sunlight. Trailer tires tend to be under used compared to truck tires, in terms of mileage before being replaced.

[Civil_War_Buff]

I agree 100% Wayne!!