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dznf0g · 12-07-2011, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Phoenix

The Michelin XPS Ribs on our Bambi (225/75x15, Load Range E) were made in Germany.

OK! In this thread I have ONLY been talking about Michelin LTX M/S LT225/75 R16 LRE....they are only made in USA and CANADA.

r carl · 12-07-2011, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by dznf0g

Michelin???? China???? Either Canada or US....no china.

Ooops, I mean china ST tires.

dznf0g · 12-07-2011, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by r carl

Ooops, I mean china ST tires.

No more STs for me. I hve not had any disasters, but I am not going to borrow trouble. WAAAAAY too many stories to ignore, and ASes are REALLY expensive to fix after a blowout.

Zigidachs · 12-07-2011, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by dznf0g

Thanks, where did you see the info?

See post #41

dznf0g · 12-07-2011, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Zigidachs

See post #41

That question was for Ole Red, who said Tredits were recalled. All I found online was Tredit 15" steel wheels for boat trailers and specific SOB manufacturers on recall.

Alan3940 · 12-07-2011, 08:52 PM

Are there any 16" American made wheels available?

Steve & Mary · 12-07-2011, 11:05 PM

dznfog.... thanks for the info. The Michelin LTX tire I am looking at has a Max Load rating of 2183. I'm aware it will not be as good as moving up into the 16 inch range but I feel like it is a step up from the GYM. We also travel very light when we pull. My tanks are empty and we normally only have clothing and a small about of food. We like to purchase locally and wait to stock up on groceries after we get to or near our site. I may still consider the 16 inch wheels. I'm just having problems finding a style of wheel I like. Again....thanks for the recommendation...steve

r carl · 12-08-2011, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve & Mary

The Michelin LTX tire I am looking at has a Max Load rating of 2183. I'm aware it will not be as good as moving up into the 16 inch range but I feel like it is a step up from the GYM.

Well that is a BIG step up from a china tire!

dznf0g · 12-08-2011, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve & Mary

dznfog.... thanks for the info. The Michelin LTX tire I am looking at has a Max Load rating of 2183. I'm aware it will not be as good as moving up into the 16 inch range but I feel like it is a step up from the GYM. We also travel very light when we pull. My tanks are empty and we normally only have clothing and a small about of food. We like to purchase locally and wait to stock up on groceries after we get to or near our site. I may still consider the 16 inch wheels. I'm just having problems finding a style of wheel I like. Again....thanks for the recommendation...steve

Do yourself one favor though, Steve. Load up the AS and run it over the scales. That'll ease your mind on the proper choice. I like to leave some reserve on the tires due to 2 things.

1) Running in high temps is VERY hard on tires. A maxed out tire in high heat MAY not stand up.

2) Trailers, just like people, tend to gain weight as time goes on. More than you would think. Since your new tires will be with you 5 - 7 years, think ahead.

My personal advice is, if you run over the scales, and you are at 7500 pounds ON THE AXLES (not total weight) loaded and properly hitched, I would strongly consider moving up to 16" LTs. (if you're staying with Michelin). I don't know anything about the Continentals mentioned above, and I don't think there's a lot of "tribal" knowledge on this forum about them. But they do have some more capacity than the 15" LTX extended loads.

ole-red · 12-08-2011, 09:14 AM

Sorry for the mess, the information on the above was in 2004......

dznf0g · 12-08-2011, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ole-red

Sorry for the mess, the information on the above was in 2004......

Thanks, I wanted to make sure we weren't missing something.

Kamiak · 12-08-2011, 05:17 PM

After reading through this thread and several other threads, I’m developing Marathon paranoia. I’ve been running Marathons for a dozen years (not the same tires), and since I’m getting ready to replace them, I’ve been reading these comments with interest. I’m conflicted, somewhat akin to the old Bob Seger lyrics that “…I wish I didn’t know now what I didn’t know then”.

Your wheel wells must be larger than my 25-footer. The most restrictive part on mine is the distance between the front wheel well trim and the tire, which is currently only about ¾”. Stepping up to 16” is appealing, but for my rig I’m nervous about that proximity to the trim.

Did you make modifications, or did the wheel wells become larger in recent years or with the longer trailers?

Zigidachs · 12-08-2011, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Kamiak

After reading through this thread and several other threads, I’m developing Marathon paranoia. I’ve been running Marathons for a dozen years (not the same tires), and since I’m getting ready to replace them, I’ve been reading these comments with interest. I’m conflicted, somewhat akin to the old Bob Seger lyrics that “…I wish I didn’t know now what I didn’t know then”.

Your wheel wells must be larger than my 25-footer. The most restrictive part on mine is the distance between the front wheel well trim and the tire, which is currently only about ¾”. Stepping up to 16” is appealing, but for my rig I’m nervous about that proximity to the trim.

Did you make modifications, or did the wheel wells become larger in recent years or with the longer trailers?

Sorry, I can't answer the question of whether a 16" rim/tire will fit in a 25'. We had absolutely no problem with the 30'. I guess the next step would be to measure a 30' and compare to you own. AS should be able to advise you as well. Good Luck.

dznf0g · 12-08-2011, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Zigidachs

Sorry, I can't answer the question of whether a 16" rim/tire will fit in a 25'. We had absolutely no problem with the 30'. I guess the next step would be to measure a 30' and compare to you own. AS should be able to advise you as well. Good Luck.

Likewise, I'd guess I'm at 3/4" AFTER the 16" install.

I would say that if you CAN'T do the 16's, your next best bet might be the LRD 15" Michelin's discussed above or maybe the Continentals discussed above. I would not buy another set of GYMs.

RLS · 12-08-2011, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Kamiak

After reading through this thread and several other threads, I’m developing Marathon paranoia. I’ve been running Marathons for a dozen years (not the same tires), and since I’m getting ready to replace them, I’ve been reading these comments with interest. I’m conflicted, somewhat akin to the old Bob Seger lyrics that “…I wish I didn’t know now what I didn’t know then”.

Your wheel wells must be larger than my 25-footer. The most restrictive part on mine is the distance between the front wheel well trim and the tire, which is currently only about ¾”. Stepping up to 16” is appealing, but for my rig I’m nervous about that proximity to the trim.

Did you make modifications, or did the wheel wells become larger in recent years or with the longer trailers?

There are a few on here that have the 16" wheels on a 25-footer. moosetags is one. Do some searching on here and you will find them.

Kamiak · 12-08-2011, 08:39 PM

Thanks dznf0g, I’m assuming you’re referring to the Michelin LTX M/S2, 235/75R15. That tire would be about .15 inches closer to the forward trim, bringing the gap between the tire and the trim to about .60 inches.

Thanks RLS for the tip on other 25-footers that have bumped up to 16 inch wheels. I’ll review the posts specifically for that.

dznf0g · 12-08-2011, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Kamiak

Thanks dznf0g, I’m assuming you’re referring to the Michelin LTX M/S2, 235/75R15. That tire would be about .15 inches closer to the forward trim, bringing the gap between the tire and the trim to about .60 inches.

Thanks RLS for the tip on other 25-footers that have bumped up to 16 inch wheels. I’ll review the posts specifically for that.

Yes. Do you know what your weight is, on the axles, loaded and ready for travel?

Kamiak · 12-08-2011, 09:25 PM

It varies, of course, but tends to run about 3200# per axle.

dznf0g · 12-08-2011, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Kamiak

It varies, of course, but tends to run about 3200# per axle.

If that's relatively consistent, you should be OK with the XL Michelins or the Continentals.

dznf0g · 12-08-2011, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Kamiak

After reading through this thread and several other threads, I’m developing Marathon paranoia. I’ve been running Marathons for a dozen years (not the same tires), and since I’m getting ready to replace them, I’ve been reading these comments with interest. I’m conflicted, somewhat akin to the old Bob Seger lyrics that “…I wish I didn’t know now what I didn’t know then”.

Your wheel wells must be larger than my 25-footer. The most restrictive part on mine is the distance between the front wheel well trim and the tire, which is currently only about ¾”. Stepping up to 16” is appealing, but for my rig I’m nervous about that proximity to the trim.

Did you make modifications, or did the wheel wells become larger in recent years or with the longer trailers?

BTW, the definition of paranoia is "the belief that someone is out to get you". Based on the number of Marathon "issues", it's not a belief....they are really out to get you. That's not paranoia.