jardin
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Post by jardin on Sept 30, 2017 11:13:39 GMT -8
Ain't that the sad truth bigbill.....
I live in the middle of nowhere so ordering online is the only viable option...I ordered from Tire Rack as they were the only ones who said they would be from within a year of purchase date and the Tires are from mid May 2017 So I am happy about that.
Back to putting that roof on!!!
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ambersunrise
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Post by ambersunrise on Oct 7, 2017 14:44:18 GMT -8
I have a question about rims and tires. I have read all the comments and understand the basics. I have a 69 Shasta Starflyte, just brought it home this afternoon.
The trailer has 215/75 R14 tires on there and I really think they are way too small because when I go in the driveway the bumper scrapes the ground really bad.
What is the standard rim size, is 14 correct? Can I get bigger rims or bigger tires? I would really like to see it raised up a bit more so I dont tear off the bumper with every bump in the road.
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datac
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Post by datac on Oct 8, 2017 11:12:11 GMT -8
14s may be original on you Shasta, but there's other factors that can impact your ride height. Make certain that your springs aren't worn and sagging, and that your shackles are in good shape and where they should be. If it's the same trailer as your profile picture, that looks very low indeed, so it's possible someone's installed lowering blocks at some point to make it a better fit for their tow vehicle.
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Post by bigbill on Oct 8, 2017 13:04:28 GMT -8
It does look like your trailer is sitting a little low, probably due to sagging springs. Also what were you towing it with was the tongue level or was it elevated up. The higher the hitch the lower the rear bumper.
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ambersunrise
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Post by ambersunrise on Oct 10, 2017 14:52:44 GMT -8
It does look like your trailer is sitting a little low, probably due to sagging springs. Also what were you towing it with was the tongue level or was it elevated up. The higher the hitch the lower the rear bumper. I have a Tundra it is a bit higher, the hitch is a 3" drop. I am going to look at replacing the springs thanks for the reply!
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Post by bigbill on Oct 10, 2017 19:37:32 GMT -8
You are certainly most welcome.
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