rtvenom3911
Newbie RV’er
2017 Venom 3911TK / F350 Dually 4x4
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Post by rtvenom3911 on Mar 29, 2018 20:36:48 GMT -5
Have about 5000 miles on the original tires, good I guess so have been reading way too many blogs about tires. Think I have settled on the Goodyear Unisteel G614 RST Radial Tire - 235/85R16 126R. What do ya'll think little pricy but most all reviews are good at least the ones I have read. My rims will handle the pressure, I will put steel valve stems on and will have all balanced. Already have a TPMS bought and ready for the new tires.
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Post by Chuck on Mar 30, 2018 10:34:50 GMT -5
rtvenom3911 There has been a couple of threads on this subject in the Durango folder  BTW we have over 9k on out original tires an shows hardly any ware, but for peace of mind we will be changing out this years as well on out G384RLT .... Safe Travels Chuck |
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Post by kaboom on Apr 2, 2018 22:15:09 GMT -5
I had one of the original tires "Trailer King" 230/80r-16. The tires only had 1940 miles. I check the air before I leave on every trip.
At a rest stop noticed the tire tread was not flat across the face but was rounded like a bicycle tire.
Replaced with the spare tire. At a tire shop confirmed that the tread sepperated from casing.
After some research I purchased new Goodyear Endurance 235/85r-16.
The main difference I noticed was the overall weight difference. The Goodyear's are heavier. The next was the side wall stiffness. The Goodyear's are much stffer / thicker.
I have only travelled 300 miles on Goodyears, but so far I like them. I think it pulls better. Smoother and more stable.
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rtvenom3911
Newbie RV’er
2017 Venom 3911TK / F350 Dually 4x4
Posts: 36
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Post by rtvenom3911 on Apr 3, 2018 22:17:09 GMT -5
Mine are Trailer King tires also, sidewall looks very weak to me. Was working on it this past weekend and loaded my golf cart into it and rear two tires looked low on air. checked pressures as all ok, drove about 30 miles back to storage barn and heat and pressure buildup made them look a little better. Going to Panama City in July so will have the new tires on before then, only have one small trip between now and then. Keep posting on your Endurance tire, still have time to change my mind on the G614 if I need to.
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Post by kaboom on Apr 4, 2018 20:58:09 GMT -5
Mine are Trailer King tires also, sidewall looks very weak to me. Was working on it this past weekend and loaded my golf cart into it and rear two tires looked low on air. checked pressures as all ok, drove about 30 miles back to storage barn and heat and pressure buildup made them look a little better. Going to Panama City in July so will have the new tires on before then, only have one small trip between now and then. Keep posting on your Endurance tire, still have time to change my mind on the G614 if I need to. |
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Post by kaboom on Apr 4, 2018 21:06:18 GMT -5
Funny thing was that the trailer king tire sidewalls we're not as stiff as a touring motorcycle sidewall.
I think the G614 is an excellent choice. There a few good brands of tires that seem to get good reviews. Sailun, Maxxis Goodyear are the brands I researched.
In the past I had really good luck with Goodyear Marathons that were made in the USA. Those are no longer available, so thought I would try the Endurance.
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Post by Edd505 on Apr 7, 2018 22:08:54 GMT -5
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Post by kaboom on Apr 8, 2018 21:52:49 GMT -5
Edd505, thanks for the heads up. Lucily I don't plan on using the Goodyear G159 tires on anything I own. If I ever purchase a motor home I'll make sure it doesn't have G159 tires.
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Post by Edd505 on Apr 8, 2018 22:32:03 GMT -5
After reading that I wouldn't buy any Goodyear's how many more are they not talking about. There are a multitude of tire threads on RV.net & iRV2.com. Goodyear Marathons (ST tires) OEM on many have numerous blowouts as you'll read. Like I said look into LT's you'll not find anyone that's had a blow out with them.
I personally like the Yokohama Geolandar A/T, check the warrantee. I have them on 3 trucks & my 5W. JMHO
Good luck & safe travels
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rtvenom3911
Newbie RV’er
2017 Venom 3911TK / F350 Dually 4x4
Posts: 36
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Post by rtvenom3911 on Aug 3, 2018 21:14:10 GMT -5
took the Venom out this past week and traveling to Corpus Christi had our very first blowout. Great experience but one we could do without. Made good time in the change out, compressor and impact wrench worked well, bottle jack worked as intended. Got to Corpus attended all softball tournaments and trying to find a spare. Bought a goodyear endurance and were good to go.
Started home and about half way then blowout number 2. So the goodyear hit the ground and we eased our way back home. Tomorrow we bring the Venom to discount tire to have 6 Goodyear G614's installed so hope no more tire issues for awhile. Now get to install the EZTire TPMS on the new tires.
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rtvenom3911
Newbie RV’er
2017 Venom 3911TK / F350 Dually 4x4
Posts: 36
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Post by rtvenom3911 on Nov 4, 2018 12:40:53 GMT -5
PS, the Goodyear G614 tires are American made and are LT tires.
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