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My last boat had BF Goodrich radials on it and I am considering doing the same for my current boat, tandem axle Triton. Just wondering what some of you may be doing. I don't tow real long distances (60-70 miles one way at most) and keep probably what is considered a light load to most.
Your thoughts??
For a tandem you are usually fine with non-trailer tires. The problem is they have less weight capacity than a trailer tire which can be bad on a single axle.
Thanks for the input. CatFan. That is pretty much the way I was looking at, just wanted another opinion or 2.
Trailer tires have stronger sidewalls than passenger tires. This is to compensate for not having shocks on the trailer. I use Carisle, American made.
My trailer came with Firestone's and I replaced them after 8 years with Cooper Cobras, and put anywhere from 5-10,000 miles a year on my trailer and have not had any tire problems.
<table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by 1stinLA »</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">My trailer came with Firestone's and I replaced them after 8 years with Cooper Cobras, and put anywhere from 5-10,000 miles a year on my trailer and have not had any tire problems.
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My Cat came from the factory with Cooper Cobras...they are excellent tires. At this time, BassCat doesn't use Cooper Cobras, due to them being not available for some reason.
I am going this spring with BFG Radial all Terain LT tires. If you can match your size up, the ones I am getting have the same load capacity as the Marathons I am replacing. Plus they have a max air pressure of 60 PSI.
Bonus - Specs say made in USA or Mex
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/...Sizes look at the spec on this tire, it is what I have now
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That is a great find !!! And its not made in China. I may have to change my mind.
Really like those as well Myron. Thanks for the heads up!!
Take a look at the specs on these - 205R14, Load Range D, Max Load 2271#, Max inflation pressure 65 psi. However, be sure to check out the diameter - the 195R14 Kuhmos are larger in diameter than 205R14 Marathons. That could be important if you have limited tire clearance like I do.
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/...Sizes
This might provide some interesting reading reguarding tires, it was applied to horse trailers but some boat packages are probably near the same weight. Also most trailer tires have a low speed rating. Not meant for 60+ speeds, something to consider how you drive when selecting tires