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Trailoring the boat #11705793 07/05/16 09:04 PM
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When pulling my boat to the lake, I generally run about 65mph. I have guys pass me going a heck of a lot faster. I thought that the trailer tires were only good to around 65 or so. Am I missing something? 6 to 65 mph makes for a long trip sometimes.

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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705802 07/05/16 09:07 PM
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Stand on the gas, I run 75 all the time pulling my boat.

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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705817 07/05/16 09:14 PM
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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705840 07/05/16 09:22 PM
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I used to run slower like you worrying the same thing. 70-75 now and never had any problems.

Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705841 07/05/16 09:22 PM
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Going to run fast with trailer tires make sure they are at Max. Pressure.


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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705844 07/05/16 09:24 PM
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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705854 07/05/16 09:29 PM
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I do now that I have tandem axles, didn't use to when just single axle

Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705868 07/05/16 09:35 PM
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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705881 07/05/16 09:42 PM
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tire pressure good then go with it!


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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705882 07/05/16 09:42 PM
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I will often push 80-85 mph on Freeway and Hwy 103 in Austin with no problems. But if you decide to do it, make sure you are running a good premium trailer tire rated for the weight it is going to carry, keep them inflated to the maximum and make sure they are balanced properly.


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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705892 07/05/16 09:48 PM
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As long as you can stop it, hit the gas.


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Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705920 07/05/16 10:05 PM
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My Kumho tires are rated to 99mph look at the load range on your tires and it will let you know. Before i bought these I ran my od tires 80+ all the time, like said before TIRE PRESSURE is the key

Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: TxRanger1] #11705928 07/05/16 10:07 PM
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Couple good points given to you above: 1. Drive as fast as you feel comfortable stopping and 2. Full tire pressure! Nothing wrong with couple pounds over but under inflated tires are the biggest culprit for heat and subsequence tire failure! Amazing how many people put 32lbs in their trailer tires because that's what old passenger tires used to all use. Most trailer tires are 50psi. Fill em up!....and occasionally maintain your bearings!

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If I'm going a long ways on freeway I'll get up to 85. Keep your trailer in good shape. And importantly. Get some good 10ply tires on your truck. I can not say enough about my Dick Cepek Fun Country tires. Truck is stable and stays hooked to the road. Bounce and sway is bad.

Re: Trailoring the boat [Re: ChuChu1] #11706082 07/05/16 11:37 PM
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Originally Posted By: ChuChu1
What's the rush?

The speed limit is 75 and when I am on a 2 lane FM, people get pissed driving 65.

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