I swear I saw somewhere in these forums a discussion about G or H rated tires, but using the search function, I cannot find it again. As is, this 5er comes equiped with E-rated tires and the manufacturer will Upgrade to G-rated tires for a just over $2,000 (MSRP). We will be full-timing, but likely only moving 3-6 times per year. Will the G-rated tires be good enough or should I have the dealer give me H-rated tires, and why?
Cummins12V98 said
07:29 PM Mar 26, 2015
They are full of Barbara Streisand charging 2K! The E tires have a value so they should not be charging you more than $1,000. If you have not purchased this RV yet. Use the G tires as a bargaining chip. I have told several people to insist on the G tires after the final deal has been made. I would highly recommend GY G tires.
FastEagle said
02:30 PM Mar 27, 2015
Here are a few bits of information the trailer manufacturer and their dealer representatives are going to have to abide.
As advertised I’m sure the trailer has 7000# axles. I’m also 90% sure they have been de-rated by the trailer manufacturer. Probably to 6750# and that’s probably the GAWR figure you’ll find on the trailer’s certification label. That’s because the ST235/80R16E tires have three distinct load capacities. 3420#, 3500# and 3520#, all at 80 psi. Because the 3420# tires do not qualify for fitment on 7000# axles all sorts of paperwork would be required by the trailer manufacturer to explain that to prospective owners so they just de-rate the axles which is allowed by DOT regulations. (I’m assuming the OE tires are one of those above. However there are ST235/85R16E tires rated at 3640# that would make all of this post unnecessary).
Without vehicle manufacturer approval a dealer cannot replace Original Equipment tires before the papers are signed. The best possibility for manufacturer approval would be a notation in the vehicle owner’s manual for optional tires.
The regulation states that the tires fitted to the trailer at the time of first sale MUST be the same size as those depicted on the vehicle’s certification label. Dealers allowed to provide optional tires are also allowed to replace the certification label prior to first sale. Not so after the trailer has changed hands.
FastEagle
-- Edited by FastEagle on Friday 27th of March 2015 02:31:34 PM
We have found a 5th wheel that we really like: Grand Design Solitude 365DEN (http://www.granddesignrv.com/solitude365-floor.php)
Quick specs -- GVWR: 16,000; Dry Weight: 14,250; 41' Exterior Length; Axles: 2 x 7,000 Lbs.
I swear I saw somewhere in these forums a discussion about G or H rated tires, but using the search function, I cannot find it again. As is, this 5er comes equiped with E-rated tires and the manufacturer will Upgrade to G-rated tires for a just over $2,000 (MSRP). We will be full-timing, but likely only moving 3-6 times per year. Will the G-rated tires be good enough or should I have the dealer give me H-rated tires, and why?
They are full of Barbara Streisand charging 2K! The E tires have a value so they should not be charging you more than $1,000. If you have not purchased this RV yet. Use the G tires as a bargaining chip. I have told several people to insist on the G tires after the final deal has been made. I would highly recommend GY G tires.
Here are a few bits of information the trailer manufacturer and their dealer representatives are going to have to abide.
As advertised I’m sure the trailer has 7000# axles. I’m also 90% sure they have been de-rated by the trailer manufacturer. Probably to 6750# and that’s probably the GAWR figure you’ll find on the trailer’s certification label. That’s because the ST235/80R16E tires have three distinct load capacities. 3420#, 3500# and 3520#, all at 80 psi. Because the 3420# tires do not qualify for fitment on 7000# axles all sorts of paperwork would be required by the trailer manufacturer to explain that to prospective owners so they just de-rate the axles which is allowed by DOT regulations. (I’m assuming the OE tires are one of those above. However there are ST235/85R16E tires rated at 3640# that would make all of this post unnecessary).
Without vehicle manufacturer approval a dealer cannot replace Original Equipment tires before the papers are signed. The best possibility for manufacturer approval would be a notation in the vehicle owner’s manual for optional tires.
The regulation states that the tires fitted to the trailer at the time of first sale MUST be the same size as those depicted on the vehicle’s certification label. Dealers allowed to provide optional tires are also allowed to replace the certification label prior to first sale. Not so after the trailer has changed hands.
FastEagle
-- Edited by FastEagle on Friday 27th of March 2015 02:31:34 PM