Another tire question

[ontheroad10]

In checking for tires, the overwhelming consensus seems to be, go with Sailun. I'm looking for them now, but I wonder if I should go with the 235x85x16 or 235x80x16. My rig orginally came with Marathon tires that all blew within a year and they were 235x80x16. Also, the height of my rig to the top of the satellite seems to be 13'7" which is pushing the limit. I wouldn't mind an inch less so I wouldn't be constantly worried about knocking off the dish. My rig weights about 14,000 lbs loaded and I'm not sure how much of a factor that is... Thanks

[AZ Traveler]

Ron,

Since you are running fairly light at 14,000 lbs and you are concerned about height, I would go with 80 series tires.

[Carl n Susan]

The 80 aspect ratio tire will save you 1/2" on height compared to the 85. But at 14K, you are fine with either.

[c2itcliff]

I switched to "Primo Haulers" load range H. You can buy on Amazon. Have them shipped to your local installer. I've been around the USA once with these and still have great tread left. In fact they're re-groovable. Consider adding TST tire monitors to each tire. 14k is most likely your dry weight. Best to use your GVWR which includes the cargo carrying capacity. Your GVWR will be around 16k. For safety, I like a heavier weighted tyre. Consider an upgrade too 'H' from the standard 'G' load range.