Can I Swap My Tires for Larger Tires on 2014 Rockwood Premier 2516G with ST175/80R13
Question:
Hello, I have a 2014 Rockwood Premier2516G with ST175/80R13 tires. I continue to have issues blowing my tires. Can I move up to size 14? Thanks.
asked by: Chuck A
Expert Reply:
The only thing that would stop you from moving up would be the clearance that adding tires with 1"+ of added height to your setup; you'd want to start by measuring from the top of your current tires to the frame and the top of the wheel well. You'll typically need at least 3" of clearance for enough travel for the tires and suspension. Going with larger tires would also mean changing the wheels, so it's also something to consider.
With that said, you may just want to go up to a higher Load Range, like a Load Range D Kenda Loadstar # AM1ST77, which has a capacity of 1610-lbs. You also may have another issue that's causing your tires to run hot or not at the proper pressure, so a tire pressure monitoring system like the TST TPMS for RVs - Color Display - Signal Booster - 4 Flow Through Tire Sensors # TST-507-FT-4-C can be used to spot potential issues before they start.
I've linked a short review video of the TPMS system that you may want to check out, but if you can let me know what the clearance on your current wheels looks like and the bolt pattern of your wheels I can help you locate potential wheel/tire combos that might work. I've also gone ahead and linked all of our wheels and tires for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range D
- 175/80-13
- 13 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
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TST TPMS for RVs - Color Display - Signal Booster - 4 Flow Through Tire Sensors
- TPMS Sensor
- RV
- Trailer
- Mounts to Valve Stems
- 4 Sensors
- Flow Through Sensors
- Water Resistant
- Monitor Display
- TST
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Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range D
- 175/80-13
- 13 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
more information >
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