Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Trailer Tires
Posted by auburnbuilder on 09/08/09 - 6:26 PM
#1
I need to buy new tires for my trailer. I have a magic-tilt aluminum trailer with 13 inch tires on it. My boat is a 1999 Montauk. Has anyone had any experience with Duro tires?
Or can anyone let me know what they feel are good tires. Radial or bias ply? I am leaning to radials, maybe Goodyear Marathons. Thanks!
Posted by Joe Kriz on 09/08/09 - 6:32 PM
#2
Goodyear Marathon Radials or equivalent...
Posted by ioptfm on 09/08/09 - 6:56 PM
#3
A lot depends on how far you will be trailering............How fast will you drive.........If you are just running a few miles from your house to the landing then it won't make a lot of difference...........If you are running long distance on the open highway then you want to get a better grade tire.......
Posted by Mr T on 09/08/09 - 11:10 PM
#4
Joe Kriz wrote:
Goodyear Marathon Radials or equivalent...
+1 to those tires, trailer issues suck. I do all I can to avoid them. These help.
Stay away from Carlisle tires.
Posted by Joe Kriz on 09/08/09 - 11:13 PM
#5
Forgot to mention the spare.... another must have...
I put 3 brand new tires on my trailer several years ago.
Posted by mhinch on 09/09/09 - 3:58 AM
#6
I run Bridgestone 175-70-13 radials that I also had balanced. I carry the same for a spare. The load carrying capacity per tire is 1170 pounds (2) = 2340 pounds. I estimate I am running < half capacity. I check pressure every time I transport and have serviced the bearings as well. I also threw away the "bearing buddies" that were on the hubs.