Expert Answers about Tire Inflator
- Where Is The Wheel Masters 4-Hose Inflation Kit Manufactured?
- The Wheel Masters 4-Hose Inflation Kit # WM8208 you mentioned, is manufactured in the United States.
This kit includes the bracket clamps, 4 hoses for dually tires, and 2 45° valve extenders for the front tires.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Trailer Tire Wear on the Outside Edge of the Tire
- Typically, when the outside edges of a tire are showing wear its because the tires are under-inflated. The solution is to inflate the tires to the maximum pressure listed on the sidewall.
Now if the outside of tires have what looks like gouges are taken out of the rubber most likely it is broken suspension components or its a bent axle or spindle.
Unlike passenger vehicle tires, you always want to have trailer tires inflated to the maximum tire pressure for the best performance and wear.
Now...
view full answer... - Recommended Tire for a Cyclone Toy Hauler 3 Axle 18,000 Pounds
- According to my research, your Cyclone toy hauler came equipped with ST235/80-16 tires (30.9 inch overall diameter) load range E.
I recommend the Kenda Karrier radial tire # AM10248 because it's a radial tire and a load range E. It has a load capacity of 3,197 pounds at 90 psi. A radial tire will flex more and as a result providing better ground contact, traction, stability and tread wear. In addition, it runs cooler than a bias ply tire allowing it to last longer.
Keep in mind that...
view full answer... - Replacement 5.30-12 Trailer Tire for a 2004 Jayco Qwest
- Nearly all tires, whether they are vehicle tires or trailer tires, are made in China. Very few are made domestically. Regardless of where the tires are made they still have to meet DOT specifications. I recommend Taskmaster tire # TTWSF53012C. It meets DOT specifications and exceeds FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards).
This is a 5.30-12 tire, load range C, rated for 1,045 pounds at 80 psi. For trailer tires you should keep them inflated to the max psi. The reason is that trailer...
view full answer... - Location of Manufacturer and Warranty of Kenda Tires
- Kenda tires offer a 2 year limited warranty, and are manufactured in Taiwan or mainland China.
We have sold Kenda tires for years, and when properly inflated and kept at or below their 65 mph speed rating and when used within their weight rating, they work very well.
Always be sure to keep trailer tires inflated to the maximum psi listed on the sidewall. Failure to do so can lead to excess heat build up, which is the biggest enemy of trailer tires.
I see that the tire you referenced...
view full answer... - Is Karrier ST205/75R15 # AM32397 a Bias Ply or Radial Tire
- The tire on Karrier ST205/75R15 and wheel combo # AM32397 is a radial tire. It has a 6 ply rating. Radial tires run cooler than bias ply tires and are great for pavement, concrete, and other finished surfaces. Trailer tires should always be inflated to the max psi indicated on the tire. For this tire it is rated for 1,820 pounds at 50 psi. I have included a link to our FAQ article on trailer tires for you.
view full answer... - Kenda Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13 Galvanized Wheel Warranty Information
- The warranty for the Kenda Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Galvanized Wheel item # AM31994 states that the 1-year warranty is for the tire only as opposed to the wheel, and the warranty is through Kenda tires. For the first twelve months from the date of sale, Kenda will replace your Kenda/Loadstar tire for any reason as part of our Worry-Free Warranty. So, yes any debris causing a puncture is covered. Afterwards for a period of 5 years they state that if the tire fails...
view full answer... - Where Are Loadstar Tires Made And What Will Cause Outer Tire Wear On One Tire On A Boat Trailer
- The Loadstar trailer tires are made in both China and Taiwan.
You will want to check the inside of the tire and if there is wear also on the inside it will be from low tire pressure. Always make sure to inflate trailer tires to the maximum psi rating listed on the tire for maximum load carrying capacity and longer life.
If the wear is just on the outside then the tire is riding at a slight angle with the bottom pointed more in toward the trailer than the top.
You will need to check...
view full answer... - What is the Ply Rating and Material of Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire, # AM10244
- The Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire, # AM10244, actually has a 6 ply rating. It has double steel belts and full nylon plies. It fits 15 by 5-1/2 inch rims, has a section width of 8.1 inches and an outer diameter of 27.3 inches.
This is a load range C radial tire rated for 1,820 pounds at 50 psi. Trailer tires should always be inflated to their maximum indicated psi as indicated on the tire for longest life and best performance.
The tire meet the Department of Transportation specifications....
view full answer... - How Many Plies are in an 8 Ply Rated Bias Trailer Tire 225/75D15 # AM1ST96
- Sometimes the number of plies is indicated on the tire sidewall. in this case, the only ply information that is on this tire is that it has an 8 ply rating and that they are nylon. because of the strength of today's materials, there may not be 8 plies. This is because the materials used today can carry more weight and less plies are needed.
The ply count does not actually matter. You want to go by the load capacity of a tire. For # AM1ST96 the capacity is 2,540 pounds at 65 psi. Trailer...
view full answer... - Are Trailer Tire And Wheel Combinations Balanced And What About Date Codes?
- The tire and wheel combinations like # TA24VR are balanced as far as trailer tire balancing goes, which is different from vehicle tire balancing. With trailer wheels and tires, there is a high spot and a low spot that are labled and placed opposite to balance the tire and wheel. There is not turning for trailer tires, so they have a stiff side wall and are balanced differently due to the way they are made. The combinations come ready for you to inflate to max tire pressure and install...nothing...
view full answer... - What Will The Date Stamp Be On Provider ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer tire - Item # PRG80235
- I can not tell you what date will be on the tire that your receive but our tire inventory turns over quickly. We try to ship first-in-first-out and the date will probably be in the last three years. Our tires are also brand new and are stored in a controlled environment so the date on the tire is not as important when determining the life of the tire.
The Taskmaster Provider ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer Tire, Item # PRG80235, that you referenced has a 4,080-lb maximum load capacity at...
view full answer... - Can New Tires Be Ensured Less than 1 Year Old from Manufacture Date?
- We sell tires that are a sometimes from a few weeks old freshly delivered to up to 2 years old, but have never seen UV rays or improper storage to cause any issues with "new" conditions. We work with our supplier to ensure we get the best parts to pass on to our customers and the manufacturer stands behind their warranties.
The Kenda Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C # AM10199 you were viewing is a great tire that is rated for loads up to 1,360 lbs at 50 psi and speeds...
view full answer... - Ply Rating of Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10501
- The Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire, # AM10501, has a 12 ply rating and is rated for 3,960 pounds at 95 psi. This tire has a section width of 9.25 inches and the height of the sidewall from rim to tread is 7.86 inches.
A trailer tire can fail for several reasons including overloading, heat build-up due to under-inflation, and exposure to the elements causing dry rot. Although I can not determine the reason behind why the other trailer tires failed, going with a tire that has a...
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