Expert Answers about RV Tire Covers

• RV Tire Cover Recommendation for a LT265/75R16
• The overall diameter of your tire is 31.6 inches. The Classic Accessories RV Wheel Covers # CA80085 that you referenced would be a little bit big but would still work very well for you. They are designed for 32 to 34-1/2 inch tire diameters.
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• Trailer Tire Failure When Sitting Over Winter
• One of the main causes of trailer tire failure is exposure to the elements. Changes in weather cause changes in tire pressure, on top of the damage that exposure to prolonged cold weather, UV rays, etc. can do to sitting tires. It is always recommended when storing a trailer over the winter that if you cannot store it indoors, you park your trailer on solid concrete/asphalt at the maximum recommended PSI for those tires; if you have to park on the grass, it's always a good idea to use...
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• How to Avoid Trailer Tire Failure on Long Trips
• There are two considerations that apply to your concern about repeated trailer tire failure. One is load capacity. If your loaded trailer weight exceeds the load capacity of your tires then this condition could lead to excessive heat build-up and subsequent tire failure. Trailer tires must always be inflated to their maximum psi pressure as indicated on the tire's sidewall. If under-inflated the side walls will flex too much and generate excessive heat. The other consideration is the...
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• Bike Nearly Came Off of Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack Twice
• When you say "Bike started to come off the back of the trailer" does that mean that you are using the T2 Pro XTR # TH69TX on the back of a trailer? If so then that could be the problem. The issue is that there is significantly more movement and bouncing at the back of a trailer compared to the back of a passenger vehicle. Because of this not all bike racks can be used at the back of a trailer or RV. The T2 Classic is not rated for this application so that significant movement could be what...
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• Tire Sidewalls are Cracking on Kenda ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tires # AM1ST86
• I actually have this same problem, though it is occurring on my car and not a trailer. I spoke to our resident tire expert and he stated that this happens from the UV rays in the sun. It is not an immediate concern unless your tires are losing air pressure. If this happens they will need to be replaced. If the tires do need to be replaced at some point, I also recommend cleaning out the wheels where the tires normally cover them. Gunk can build up in there and also cause tire pressure...
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• Can Adco Olefin HD RV Cover for 5th Wheel Toy Haulers up to 31' Fit Non-Toy Hauler
• Yes, the Adco Olefin HD RV Cover for 5th Wheel Toy Haulers up to 31' Long # AD99ZR that you referenced will work on your non-toy hauler 5th wheel camper. The only difference a toy hauler cover would have would be that it has a rear door that can zipper off for access to the back of the RV.
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• Why Does My Internal Tire Sensor for TST TPMS Systems # TST-507-INT-S1 Keep Alerting?
• I have a solution for you. I went ahead and contacted my tech at Truck System Technologies, and he said that the RV does not have to be in motion before the Internal Tire Sensor for TST TPMS Systems # TST-507-INT-S1 accurately reports the data. As far as your alarm issue, it often happens when the monitor is not set up correctly with the axles of your RV and/or trailer. In order to correct this, each tire must be programmed for the axle that it is on (the high pressure and low pressure...
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• Troubleshooting Mounting Issues With A MaxxAir II RV Vent Cover
• to my knowledge there isn't a different generation of the MaxxAir II Covers since it is the second gen for the MaxxAir FanMate. The MaxxAir II RV and Trailer Roof Vent Cover w/ EZClip # MA26JR is 22" long x 17-12" wide x 9-3/4" tall so I would just double check that you actually received this model and not something else. That being said you could also just remove the old brackets and install the new ones to get the cover to mount.
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• Does the MaxxAir II RV and Enclosed Trailer Roof Vent Cover # MA76JR have a Bug Screen
• Yes, if you check out the picture of the underside of the MaxxAir II RV and Enclosed Trailer Roof Vent Cover # MA76JR that I attached you will see the screen that is on the inside of the cover that would prevent bugs from entering.
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• 4.80-12 Trailer Tires Keep Blowing Out on 2000 Coachman Camper Trailer
• Trailer tires are made with a thicker side wall than passenger car tires. Because of the thicker side wall they generate more heat. If they are under inflated and/or overloaded, that generates even more heat and can cause the tire to fail. Always inflate trailer tires to the maximum psi rating as indicated on the tire. If a tire sits long enough, it can suffer from dry rot or environmental wear unless covered when not in use. Given the area you travel in this could also be a factor. You...
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• Recommended Air Pressure Be For a Single Axle Trailer With a 1000 Pound Load
• The tire you reference, Kenda # AM30620, has a 990 lb maximum load with a psi rating of 90. Carrying a 1000 lb load will not be an issue because the capacity with these tires is 990 for each tire which gives tallies a total capacity of 1980 lbs. You will want to keep these tires inflated to the maximum psi of 90 rating. By having the tires fully inflated, they will perform and wear better as well as give you better gas mileage. To find the psi rating, it is stamped on the sidewall of...
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• Why Did 225/75-15 Tires on 5th Wheel Fail In One Day
• You'll want to keep your tires inflated to the maximum pressure listed on the tire sidewall, this goes for any trailer tire unless the tire manufacturer does load testing at various pressures. The main cause of premature tire failure is excessive heat build-up, which can be caused by: • Underinflation. Always keep trailer tires inflated to the max pressure listed on the sidewall (except for the exception mentioned above. • Overloading the tire. Ideally, you want the combined load...
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• Can Camco Class C Travel Trailer Cover CAM45740 Install on Camper with Sealed Bottom
• RV storage covers like the Camco UltraGuard cover part # CAM45740 that you referenced do not need anything to hook onto on the bottom of the trailer as they actually run straps under the trailer and connect to the other side that way.
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• Potential Causes for Uneven Tire Wear on Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer Y08107
• Uneven tire wear on a trailer, whether the Yakima Rack and Roll # Y08107 or an RV camper trailer, can occur for several reasons. The nature of the wear helps point to the cause. For instance, if a trailer is overloaded beyond its weight capacity there will often be excess tire wear on the inside edges of the treads. This happens from the load on the trailer pushing down on the axle/spindles which exposes the inside edges of the tires to more road contact. If only one tire shows the unusual...
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• Recommended Cleaning Tips For The Teddy Bear RV Bunk Bed Mattress
• The Teddy Bear RV Bunk Bed Mattress - 74" Long x 28" Wide x 4" Tall # LC380765 is water resistant but not waterproof. I spoke with the manufacturer, Lippert, and they recommend using a carpet cleaner to wash and then suck out the water from the mattress and then let it lay out to fully dry. If you need replacement covers you can use # LC679284 for chocolate and # LC380765 for tan. The covers can be machine washed but also need to be laid out to dry and not machine dried.
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• Will Magnetic Tow Lights Work if Plugged into the 4-Way Connector of the Towed Vehicle
• You will need to plug the magnetic lights into the RV 4-Way since the 2017 Jeep Wrangler 4-Way will not have power and the lighting system you have will not provide power to the Wrangler's 4-Way. Plug them into the RV and it will solve the problem.
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• Furrion RV AC Leaking Water From The Intake
• There are a couple reasons why your Furrion Chill Replacement RV Air Conditioner for Furrion Setup # FR26PR is leaking water through the intake. This could be caused by the drainage openings being clogged, or the roof gasket is damaged and should be replaced. If the drainage openings are clogged, I suggest attempting to clean them out and seeing if the issue is resolved. If not, you'll need to replace the gasket with # CAM25071.
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• How to Disable Rain Sensor Feature on MaxxAir MaxxFan RV Vent MA00-04500K
• It sounds like you have the MaxxAir MaxxFan RV Vent with rain sensor # MA00-04500K. This sensor consists of a small circuit board, which is shown in the linked photo. This could have failed, perhaps from damage from an impact from a tree branch or something like that. You can try turning this feature off. On the vent's keypad there is a button that allows you to disable the rain sensor feature. This is noted by an arrow in the second photo.
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• Reason for New Tires on Boat Trailer Wearing on Inside
• When a trailer tire is wearing just on the inside of the tire, this can be an indication that the axle is being overloaded. Axles will have a natural arch in them that arches up, so when they are under a load they become horizontal and you will have even wear on the tires. Overloading the axle means that it will instead arch toward the ground, which is what would cause inside wear on the tires. I recommend simply checking the axle capacity on your trailer to make sure you are not exceeding...
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• Why Are Inside and Outside of Trailer Tires Wearing
• The problem is that you are simply under inflating your tires. If your tires have too much pressure then you would see the middle of the tread wearing quicker, but since it is the outsides that means you need more air pressure. Trailer tires should always be inflated to the max cold pressure rating given by the tire manufacturer. In your case that would be 65 psi. Anything more or less means that you could experience premature wear plus it means that the weight capacity is unknown. If...
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