R-pod Owners Forum : Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Camping Adventures : Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:37:50 +0000 Mon, 07 May 2018 15:50:16 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=11507 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : They’re 101N. More than suitable... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108898#108898 Author: DaveGamble
Subject: 11507
Posted: 07 May 2018 at 3:50pm

They’re 101N. More than suitable for me. Thanks for the help and advice - now on to getting the fender replaced.]]> Mon, 07 May 2018 15:50:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108898#108898 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : Originally posted by GlueGuy Originally... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108782#108782 Author: DavMar
Subject: 11507
Posted: 05 May 2018 at 7:30pm

Originally posted by GlueGuy

Originally posted by DaveGamble

I’ll have to let you know Monday once I get them put on. I did go for the class D load rating, not the class c, so that might have an effect on the speed rating. He told me they had an S speed rating, but we will see on Monday.
The key piece of information is the weight rating stamped on the tire. If you've got one of the heavier R-pods at ~~ 3800 lbs, I would be looking for a tire that was rated at least 2200 lbs (3800/2 * 1.15) for a 15% safety margin.


Good point GlueGuy,

With the Goodyear Endurance tires with a D load range I think he's covered. Though all DaveGamble needs to do is look at the Goodyear link I supplied and he'll see the tires do not have a S speed rating. With a M speed rating or a N is more then antiquate for present interstate highway speeds. The higher the load range and speed rating the cooler the tires will run which will help prevent de-laminations and tire failures as he sadly experienced. I can't stress enough that upgrading your tires is the best mod you can do on your camper since we only have two tires meeting the road.
]]> Sat, 05 May 2018 19:30:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108782#108782 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : Originally posted by DaveGambleI’ll... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108780#108780 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 11507
Posted: 05 May 2018 at 6:44pm

Originally posted by DaveGamble

I’ll have to let you know Monday once I get them put on. I did go for the class D load rating, not the class c, so that might have an effect on the speed rating. He told me they had an S speed rating, but we will see on Monday.
The key piece of information is the weight rating stamped on the tire. If you've got one of the heavier R-pods at ~~ 3800 lbs, I would be looking for a tire that was rated at least 2200 lbs (3800/2 * 1.15) for a 15% safety margin.
]]> Sat, 05 May 2018 18:44:12 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108780#108780 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : I’ll have to let you know Monday... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108769#108769 Author: DaveGamble
Subject: 11507
Posted: 05 May 2018 at 4:28pm

I’ll have to let you know Monday once I get them put on. I did go for the class D load rating, not the class c, so that might have an effect on the speed rating. He told me they had an S speed rating, but we will see on Monday.]]> Sat, 05 May 2018 16:28:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108769#108769 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : Originally posted by Tars... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108762#108762 Author: DavMar
Subject: 11507
Posted: 05 May 2018 at 3:11pm

Originally posted by Tars Tarkas

Which Goodyear Endurance tires are you getting, specifically?  I'm only seeing 81 mph speed ratings at my local Discount Tire, which may have a more limited selection than Tire Discounters.
TT


I think your part right Tars that the speed rating on the Endurance at the least an M good for 81 mph. though I have a note written down saying N which would be 87 mph. and a quick search on the net confirms this rating. Unfortunately who ever told OPof this thread it has an S rating doesn't know what they are talking about and I'd be very suspicious and shop elsewhere.

https://www.goodyear.com/en-US/tires/endurance/sizes-specs
]]> Sat, 05 May 2018 15:11:26 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108762#108762 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : Which Goodyear Endurance tires... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108733#108733 Author: Tars Tarkas
Subject: 11507
Posted: 05 May 2018 at 7:30am

Which Goodyear Endurance tires are you getting, specifically?  I'm only seeing 81 mph speed ratings at my local Discount Tire, which may have a more limited selection than Tire Discounters.

TT
]]> Sat, 05 May 2018 07:30:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108733#108733 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : Yes, better tires will definitely... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108729#108729 Author: DaveGamble
Subject: 11507
Posted: 05 May 2018 at 6:16am

Yes, better tires will definitely reduce my stress levels. I talked to my local Tire Discounters (from whom I have purchased 30+ tires over the years) about the Goodyear Marathon, but he said those were no longer made in the USA. I am not immediately put off my Made in China - I have many fine and trustworthy things that were made in China. He went on to tell me that the Endurance is made in the USA, but what really sold me was getting two Class D tires with an S speed rating for only $34 more than a pair of Class C with a much lower speed rating.

I don't intend to drive over 112mph - I think the only way I could do that would be to drive over a cliff and I figure the bigger problem in that case would be the abrupt stop at the bottom. I never planned on driving over 75 mph either, but that limit was far closer to my cruise speed. In other words, I was routinely closer to the danger zone with those that I ever could be witn the S rated tires.

I have a large-ish RV dealer nearby and drove out yesterday to get a fender and some of the other little bits on order. No idea how long that will take.

I'll be driving that stretch of highway later today - I'm wondering if I'll see my old fender lying on the side of the road.]]> Sat, 05 May 2018 06:16:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108729#108729 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : DavGamble sorry to learn about... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108722#108722 Author: DavMar
Subject: 11507
Posted: 04 May 2018 at 10:17pm

DavGamble sorry to learn about your misadventure with the tire blow out and your fender going the way of the wind! Though a good RV repair shop should be able to order a replacement fender and repair your troubles. As for the tires you've already ordered the top tire manufactured for an trailer which is a smart move on your part. I hate to mention to you or anyone else who wonder but the vast majority of tires that are used on camper tailer's or any type of trailer are made in South East Asia and specifically China. One exception is the tire you ordered which I believe is made in the USA. No mater where the tire is manufactured the important part when considering RV tires is the speed rating, load range, and the number of ply's that make up the tire and the higher that is the better. Unfortunately in order to save money RV manufacturers put the cheapest tires they can buy as possible that have low speed ratings and load ranges and less number of ply's. This the reason Rpod owners and other RV owners have had problems with Carlisle and other tires such as you sadly found out. In fact Carlisle makes an excellent Radial Trail HD tire with a speed rating of M (up to 81 mph.) and a load range of D (2040 pounds per tire), 8 ply tire that far exceed what Forest River puts on our campers and equals the Goodyear Endurance tire. Since we only have two tires "meeting the road" I can't stress enough the best mod you can make on your camper is improve your tires as you sadly have found out the hard way.

Now I will get off my soap box! Wink
]]> Fri, 04 May 2018 22:17:14 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108722#108722 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : Originally posted by texmanThanks... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108636#108636 Author: Keith-N-Dar
Subject: 11507
Posted: 03 May 2018 at 1:30pm

Originally posted by texman

Thanks for sharing.  Since you encountered all that trouble, you should be good to go.  i replaced my tires with carlisle tires.  many folks have gone through that is why i went ahead and replaced almost new tires.  im sure the other victims will have some recovery information for you. 


How many?  I have seen a few.  How many people have had problems with Carlisle tires.  I have seen complaints about them.

If the interweb is your source for data it will over estimate any "problem" by a factor of ten.


]]> Thu, 03 May 2018 13:30:21 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108636#108636 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : They say Ridgway Sport ST. Made... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108632#108632 Author: DaveGamble
Subject: 11507
Posted: 03 May 2018 at 12:45pm

They say Ridgway Sport ST. Made in China, and they presumably meant Ridgeway.

From their website:

RIDGWAY SPORT ST

The Ridgway Sport Radial ST tire exemplifies the ruggedness and resilience of the small town in Colorado in which it was named. Built with custom aluminum molds for a precise and consistent finished product, the Ridgway Sport ST is a durbale and reliable tire. The Ridgway Sport is available in both Radial and Bias Ply construction. 

I have the bias ply. 

]]> Thu, 03 May 2018 12:45:00 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108632#108632 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : How old were the tires and... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108631#108631 Author: Subzilla
Subject: 11507
Posted: 03 May 2018 at 12:36pm

How old were the tires and what brand?  The factory brand on my '17 is "Constancy" which on other forums has questionable reviews.  Which BTW, mine are D rated with 75 MPH speed rating and 65 lbs.
]]> Thu, 03 May 2018 12:36:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108631#108631 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : Thanks for sharing. Since you... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108628#108628 Author: texman
Subject: 11507
Posted: 03 May 2018 at 11:45am

Thanks for sharing.  Since you encountered all that trouble, you should be good to go.  i replaced my tires with carlisle tires.  many folks have gone through that is why i went ahead and replaced almost new tires.  im sure the other victims will have some recovery information for you. ]]> Thu, 03 May 2018 11:45:47 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108628#108628 Adventure: Bledsoe Creek State Park : It's a long story, so....... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108627#108627 Author: DaveGamble
Subject: 11507
Posted: 03 May 2018 at 11:20am

It's a long story, so.... http://www.tripsandtravails.com/2018/05/bledsoe-creek-state-park-travail-level.html
The adventure came on the way home when the left side tire delaminated quite energetically and took the fender with it. There are pix at the blog linked above - if anyone has any suggestions on repair options and/or finding more robust tires, I would certainly appreciate hearing them!


Update: as to tires, I have ordered a pair of Goodyear Endurance to replace what was on there.]]> Thu, 03 May 2018 11:20:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=11507&PID=108627#108627