The following is listed by Towmax/Power King on their web sight: OEM tires on many trailers, mine sit from October to April on Asphalt, I increase PSI by 20%, keep tires covered at all times, tire age will be 5 years this December. No cracks or problems with tires to date. I also use a tire PSI and temperature monitor system on each tire, keep trailer light as possible, keep tow speed no more then 55 MPH.
Long Term Tire Storage & Care
Long term tire storage, or storage of seasonal use recreational vehicles requires special preparations. RVs should be raised on blocks, so weight is removed from the tires. Storage should be in a dry, cool, sealed garage.
If blocking is not possible, tire pressure should be increased 25% from inflation required for the loaded vehicle. The RV/trailer storage area should be level and well drained. Care should be taken to avoid prolonged tire contact with petroleum based substances: oils, fuels and asphalt. This can be accomplished by placing cardboard or plywood between all tires and storage surface.
The RV should be moved every three months to prevent flat spotting and ozone cracking at the tire sidewall flex point. Flat spots usually disappear, when the tires warm-up, after a 25+ mile drive. Flat spotting, which occurs on vehicles not moved for six, or more months may not disappear.
Tires on travel trailers, fifth wheels and cargo trailers stored outdoors, should be protected by opaque covers to prevent damage from sunlight.
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2012 Cougar TT, 24RKSWE, 27'
2012 Tundra 4.6V8, 2wd, dbl cab
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