If I see a TV pulling a TT in my rear view overtaking me at high speed, I start looking for a safe area to get out of the way, if necessary. I don't want to slow down (we can't go much over 60 anyway) because I want him to get by me as soon as possible.
Wills250psd wrote: Replace the main problem, get another BF who cares about more than himself. People like him KILL innocent people may even YOU.
The more I thought about this and as cruel as it sounds the advice in the quoted post might be the most reasonable if you can't get him to listen to you. Would you want him driving like that with your and his children with you
Larry
2001 standard box 7.3L E-350 PSD Van with 4.10 rear and 2007 Holiday Rambler Aluma-Lite 8306S Been RV'ing since 1974.
My question is, what SPEED is considered safe for TT tires? Everything I have been reading says 65 mph, and my BF was frequently doing 75 even beyond 80....I have told him I think those speeds are far too high for a 30 TT (wildcat) and I'm convinced the high speeds are what caused the tire failure...
I doubt if speed was the primary cause of your tire failure. Whether the speed was reasonable is another question. Perhaps it is not reasonable given the aerodynamics of your trailer, the quality of your braking system, and the sway control properties of your ohitch.
I routinely cruise at 75 MPH in states where that's legal. My rig is stable at those speeds and I'm confident of the tires and brakes.
Some people who are concerned about the "65 MPH max" brand on the sidewall of their ST tires switch to LT tires which do not have a 65 MPH limit.
After reading many, many stories of tire failure I conclude that high speed operation on ST tires only leads to early failure in those parts of the country where ambient temperatures routinely exceed 95 degrees.
1971 Cayo C-11 truck camper, 2010 Airstream Classic, 1997 Chevrolet K2500, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 8.1.
I think that those who speed while towing deserve what they get!
What is the hurry? Cruise at 55MPH, leave early enough, and you are fine. Everyone is staring in ENVY MODE that they don't have what you have and can only wish to be camping.
SLOW DOWN, life is passing you by and realize the campground will be there when you get there.
I hate hurry up and wait!!!!!
I have a lead foot, but with a rig behind my truck, it will be 65mph tops. The wind affecting the trailer goes up by the cube of the speed (so a doubling of wind speed means 8 times as much force.)
If one wants to hit the highways at max speed, consider using a four door sports car (so there is room in the back for supplies) and a good tent. This way, 80-90 mph will be as safe as one can make it. Next to that, the only thing that will safely go faster than 60-65 would probably be a class "A" motorhome that is based on a tractor trailer rig.
I can't add to what others have said re: the safety aspect. 65+ with a TT is just plain irresponsible. You will see a significant gain in mileage if he slows down. Finally, there are so many places in this country that are too beautiful to pass them by in such a hurry. Good luck, enjoy & safe travels.
mlts22 wrote: I have a lead foot, but with a rig behind my truck, it will be 65mph tops. The wind affecting the trailer goes up by the cube of the speed (so a doubling of wind speed means 8 times as much force.)
If one wants to hit the highways at max speed, consider using a four door sports car (so there is room in the back for supplies) and a good tent. This way, 80-90 mph will be as safe as one can make it. Next to that, the only thing that will safely go faster than 60-65 would probably be a class "A" motorhome that is based on a tractor trailer rig.
I had one person relate here in these forums that he had camped under the wing of a single engine plane on numerous occasions using a tarp. That would be another safe way of exceeding 65.
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