Do you know that there is a difference between passenger vehicle tires and camper tires & RV tires? If not, don’t feel bad. Most people aren’t aware that there is a difference either. This article will help you to learn the difference and make sure you are using the correct tires for your RV or camper.
When looking at the two different kinds of tires, you might not be able to visually tell that they are different but there is a significant difference between them. Passenger vehicle tires are designed for traction and handling over different road surfaces. Camper tires are designed for strength to support the weight of the camper and its contents and to handle the stresses of cornering and backing.
Camper and trailer tires are stamped with “ST” on the sidewall. The ‘Special Trailer’ (ST) tires are constructed for better high speed durability, extended towing time and damage resistance under heavy loads. Trailer tire construction varies quite a bit from automotive tires, for that reason, it is important to choose the correct tire for your towing application. In general, trailer tires have the same load range (or ply) from bead to bead and are bias ply construction. This type of construction allows for a stiffer side wall which provides safer towing by reducing trailer sway problems. The use of ‘Passenger Car’ (P) or ‘Light Truck (LT) tires a on a RV, camper or trailer is not recommended because their construction. They are usually radial or bias belted, making for a better towing stability.
Passenger vehicle tires usually determine their condition by the amount of tread depth they have. Since trailer tires are developed with a stronger sidewall and because campers don’t get used as much as our passenger vehicles, the tread doesn’t normally wear out as quickly so sidewall condition needs to be checked for all campers and trailers. Most trailer tires have a life span of 3-5 years but that can vary greatly between different tires. By replacing the tires soon as they are worn, you can have your trailer looking like new again.
When replacing your trailer tires and RV tires, make sure you have the correct size tires for your camper. Different wheel manufacturers supply different sizes and tire pressures for their tires. You need to buy tires for your camper according to the maximum recommended tire pressure or the ‘ loaded ‘ recommended tire pressure that is set by the manufacturer.
Most RV tires are developed from trailers and come in ‘ radial ‘ (or offset vee) and ‘ bias ply ‘ designs. The offsetvee tire is, as the name suggests, designed to reduce drag by allowing air to flow to the tires instead of pushing against them. This helps your RV to ‘ slide ‘ under the trailer. The bias ply tires are a little more expensive and can develop leaks and require replacing after a certain period of time.
In keeping with the above, it is recommended that you have your trailer tires filled with a tire pressure rating that is well below what the manufacturer of the tires recommends. To be safe, fill both trailer tires and your spare tires according to the ratings on the tire placards and your manual.
Your trailer tires should be considered while you are in the shop keeping your tires and your vehicle in good condition. Be sure when you have filled both your trailer tires and your spare tires that you have inflated them to the manufacturer’s recommendations and that you have the right pressure in the checks. This will help both of you to be able to drive home.
There are a few situations that can arise while you are towing a trailer. You might use an apposite hook up for example. When you store your food or supplies in your RV, make sure that you have a way to tow the RV with the maximum amount ofinka. It is recommendable that you hire a truck camper to assist you towing the RV. Either you or the truck camper can handle the hook ups that are provided by the truck.
Try to beeline for the Best Towing Experience
There are a number of things that you will need when towing a camper. Ensure that you wear your safety and ground protective gear and that you have a good warranty properly dated andInsurance. Most truck owners equip their trucks with Sure Tire for container storage and towing the camper.
When towing a trailer, you will have to beeline to the direction of the caravan you want to towing and park in the straight ahead position, and lock your gates. Then, swivel the van to the sleeping position and attach the camper by hitting its locking button. You can also request your driver to at least lift and secure the front and the rear of the trailer, so that it would be more convenient for traveling.
