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Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 11-06-2023, 05:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,729
Posted By CWtheMan
It doesn't make a difference. The maximum safe...

It doesn't make a difference. The maximum safe load for your axles is found on the vehicle certification label.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 11-05-2023, 04:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,729
Posted By CWtheMan
Axle load capacity will be depicted as GAWR...

Axle load capacity will be depicted as GAWR values on the vehicle certification label.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 10-29-2023, 12:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,723
Posted By CWtheMan
The authority as to how long a trailer tire might...

The authority as to how long a trailer tire might last is published by the tire builder.

Carlisle has always had published short life spans for their RV trailer tires.

My recommendation is to...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 10-22-2023, 08:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,998
Posted By CWtheMan
Tireman9 is twisting standards and regulations...

Tireman9 is twisting standards and regulations and has often done so when it comes to RV trailer tire replacements.

Who is in control of all original equipment tires fitted to RV trailers? The...
Forum: Toy Haulers 10-15-2023, 10:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,845
Posted By CWtheMan
The trailer manufacturer cannot set a useful...

The trailer manufacturer cannot set a useful tongue weight for any trailer, thus the wording is recommended tongue weight. Again, it may not be a useable weight but it is part of the vehicle...
Forum: Toy Haulers 10-15-2023, 01:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,845
Posted By CWtheMan
The trailer manufacturer’s tongue weight is a...

The trailer manufacturer’s tongue weight is a very misunderstood figure. It is calculated by the trailer builder and then combined with the trailers certified GAWR weight (s) for vehicle...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 09-17-2023, 08:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,860
Posted By CWtheMan
https://www.goodyearrvtires.com/pdfs/rv_inflation....

https://www.goodyearrvtires.com/pdfs/rv_inflation.pdf

• Load RangeD
• Load Index105.0
• Speed RatingN
• Measured Rim Width (in.)5.5
• Section Width (in.)205
• Revs Per Mile0
• Max Load...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 09-16-2023, 04:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,860
Posted By CWtheMan
The designated tire size in the OPs post is...

The designated tire size in the OPs post is 205/75R14. That designated size is a passenger tire and is built by at least two dozen manufacturers.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 08-26-2023, 04:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,184
Posted By CWtheMan
The trailer’s federal certification label gives...

The trailer’s federal certification label gives the owner a list of minimums and maximums. On it you will find the trailer’s GVWR, it's maximum loaded weight. Then there is the vehicle manufacturer’s...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-24-2023, 06:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,094
Posted By CWtheMan
Hercules tires are manufactured by Cooper. Cooper...

Hercules tires are manufactured by Cooper. Cooper has more than 60 tire plants worldwide. Almost all brands of ST tires are built in China plants.

It is very easy to verify where the tire was...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-24-2023, 05:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,094
Posted By CWtheMan
In production years 2003 - 2006 there were many...

In production years 2003 - 2006 there were many Keystone RV trailers fitted with LT tires (LT235/85R16 LRE) for 6000# axles. The common brands were Uniroyal and Mission. Because they provided very...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-23-2023, 09:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,094
Posted By CWtheMan
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2023/04/...

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2023/04/26/2023-08734/hercules-tire-and-rubber-company-receipt-of-petition-for-decision-of-inconsequential-noncompliance


Bottom line: "However, any...
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 08-16-2023, 04:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,429
Posted By CWtheMan
MWR Guest Card Program Civilians wanting to...

MWR Guest Card Program

Civilians wanting to stay at NAS Corpus Christi RV Park may do so by becoming an MWR Guest Card Member.

Individuals applying for MWR Guest Card Membership must meet...
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 08-15-2023, 06:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,429
Posted By CWtheMan
Without a privilege to use US Military CGs it is...

Without a privilege to use US Military CGs it is necessary to contact the manager of the military CG you want to use. That's normally the base commander's MWR Program.

A lot of off base facilities...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-30-2023, 08:39 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,953
Posted By CWtheMan
The PSI rating on a tire is not a recommendation,...

The PSI rating on a tire is not a recommendation, it's the amount of PSI required to gain the maximum load capacity of the tire.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-29-2023, 11:49 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,953
Posted By CWtheMan
Have you ever read a final ruling document? ...

Have you ever read a final ruling document?

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2010/04/29/2010-9981/federal-motor-vehicle-safety-standards-cargo-carrying-capacity
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-29-2023, 11:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,953
Posted By CWtheMan
And the never-ending weather reports.

And the never-ending weather reports.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-29-2023, 10:19 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,953
Posted By CWtheMan
Maybe you should identify rules you're writing...

Maybe you should identify rules you're writing about. The vast majority of all rules go before committee before they are approved. All industry activities that may be affected by the rules are...
Forum: New Member Check in! 07-28-2023, 07:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 876
Posted By CWtheMan
My 1st cousin (Jan Whitten Hussey) and her...

My 1st cousin (Jan Whitten Hussey) and her husband Dan, used to own and manage Whit's End CG at West Ossipee.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-26-2023, 09:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,953
Posted By CWtheMan
Excerpt from page #58 of the attached reference: ...

Excerpt from page #58 of the attached reference: Considerations In Plus Sizing: ALWAYS refer to and follow the vehicle manufacturer's replacement tire recommendations. In some cases, a vehicle...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-26-2023, 08:57 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,953
Posted By CWtheMan
Tire plant codes: ...

Tire plant codes: https://wfirm.com/complete-list-of-tire-dot-plant-codes/
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-26-2023, 09:38 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,953
Posted By CWtheMan
It's a good decision to use the vehicle...

It's a good decision to use the vehicle manufacturers OE designated size as replacements. Keystones, like all other vehicle manufacturers seldom approves a size change from the OE designated size....
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-20-2023, 04:46 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,002
Posted By CWtheMan
UTQC grading is not required for ST trailer...

UTQC grading is not required for ST trailer tires.

Tire compounds are confidential.

Load range letters are the only official standard for load capacity measurements for ST & LT tires.

Load...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 07-19-2023, 12:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,002
Posted By CWtheMan
Let's look at trailer tires using tire industry...

Let's look at trailer tires using tire industry standards. Regardless of the brand, your replacement tires MUST have the ability to provide a load capacity equal to or greater than what the OE tires...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-14-2023, 09:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,334
Posted By CWtheMan
Does your TV "squat" a bit when supporting a 5th...

Does your TV "squat" a bit when supporting a 5th wheel? Maybe the squat is caused from the weight of the trailer's transfer of weight to the TV via the tongue weight of the trailer. Once a consumer...
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