Lots of tires for sale out there but for the stock size of 245-60-18 and they all seem to be load range 104 or 105. Looking at the tire capacities 2039lb each for 105s vs vehicle GVWR 6000 I think there should be enough capacity with the 105 load range. I could go with 255-55-18s and get a load range 109 but not sure I like the idea of less side wall for towing. Thoughts?
For reference, I am shopping for a trailer that I hope fully loaded not to exceed 5000, possibly one like this: http://www.rvguide.com/specs/skyline/travel-trailer/2009/nomad-joey/246.html but I am still shopping. If I can find something lighter I like I would certainly go that way, not heavier.
Past towing duties on other rigs have been served with LT tires only for me and it appears that isn't an option for this rig in stock sizes looking at tirerack.com. So, looking for recommendations from those that tow bigger RV trailers with their GMT360 on 18s - what brand/model of tires you really liked or suggest I avoid for the tow vehicle? I don't mind spending coin on decent tires, but want good value is all. I plan to further explore the tirerack ratings as well.
Thanks.
For reference, I am shopping for a trailer that I hope fully loaded not to exceed 5000, possibly one like this: http://www.rvguide.com/specs/skyline/travel-trailer/2009/nomad-joey/246.html but I am still shopping. If I can find something lighter I like I would certainly go that way, not heavier.
Past towing duties on other rigs have been served with LT tires only for me and it appears that isn't an option for this rig in stock sizes looking at tirerack.com. So, looking for recommendations from those that tow bigger RV trailers with their GMT360 on 18s - what brand/model of tires you really liked or suggest I avoid for the tow vehicle? I don't mind spending coin on decent tires, but want good value is all. I plan to further explore the tirerack ratings as well.
Thanks.