What Causes Uneven Center Tire Wear On 205/75D14 Trailer Tires

Question:

Good day I have a camper trailer aliner 2014 off-road package with tires dated 2013 I bought new in 2016 1600lbs I have loadstar sr 205/75 d14 I have the same condition on both tires. The middle section gets out about half an inch I used my camper 1 week-end out of two Pretty much since day one. See picture included. Is it the radial that gave up ? Both At the same time ? Seems a bit weird. I would need to change them, I guess

asked by: Isabelle

Expert Reply:

I am not really sure what you mean by "gets out" but if you are experiencing uneven wear patterns then this is generally attributed to improper inflation. For example, if the center of the tire is wearing faster than the outside then this means you likely are overinflating the tire. If the outside edges of the tire are wearing faster then that means you are likely underinflating. The proper psi for even tread wear is listed on the sidewall of the tire in the from of cold fill psi. I recommend the Americana Kenda ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire part # AM1ST52 for replacement.

expert reply by: Conner L