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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 08:05 PM
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trailer tires ???

will need to purchase new tires for a used fifth wheel I'm looking at getting. This will be my first fifth wheel trailer so I'm looking for all the expert info I can find. I was told that this tailer weighs around 9600 lbs empty. 1995 Ductchman Signiture Series 27 feet.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2008 | 07:42 PM
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I like to use a 14 ply rating tire they can handle the weight better.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2008 | 10:43 PM
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I use LT 235/80/16 E's on mine. 15k GVW 11k empty
 
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Old Mar 26, 2008 | 11:50 PM
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I believe in keeping with ST trailer tires. The brand of choice is Maxxis. Here is a link...go check them out.

http://www.maxxis.com/products/trailer/overview.asp

IMO...just keep the standard size tire recommended by the Manf. sticker.


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Old Mar 27, 2008 | 07:10 AM
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I agree with biz4two that you should only use ST tires, whatever brand you can get would be just find, they are especially made for trailers.
 
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