essie
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Hi I need to get new tires for my Jayco 1207. I am not sure what size to get. The tires that are currently on it are are not the same tire or size. Can anyone tell me what size tires they have on their 1994 jayco 1207 or what size I need.
My husband and I are going to try and change them ourselves. Any advice on doing this and what type of jack I need. Thanks in advance.
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PopUpTom
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I found a 1995 brochure, but it dosen't list the tire size. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is 2460, so get a pair of ST (trailer) tires that will meet that load. I'd also suggest getting the tire and wheel combo - the wheel is also probably due for replacement. Once you find the right size, you can get the wheels and tires online or at places like NorthernTool, Co-op, and even Wal-Mart.
Any jack will do. I carry an old Toyota car sissor jack where I can get to it if I have to, but use a floor jack at home. Find a place on the frame that is strong enough to lift the side of the camper without bending anything.
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HersheyGirl
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I suggest contacting Jayco and ask what they recommend. I ordered the tire and wheel combo from JCWhitney and were very pleased with them. I put them on myself and just used a regular car jack and it worked well. Torqued the lug nuts to 100. Good luck.
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markwi
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HersheyGirl has it right. Send an e-mail or call. Mark
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essie
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Thanks all for your help. I am going to buy the tires at the local trailer store. The clerk told me that she had 6 ply tires but thanks to you I also understand that load rating is important. I am also planning on picking up a floor jack. I will look and see if I need the whole wheel assembly but I was told I might not need it. I will let you know how it goes as I have never really attempted anything like this before.
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mike4947
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The weight limit will be on the side of the tire.
While you are at it replace the valve stems as well. On that size tire the pressure will require high pressure valve stems.
If the tires are original (the end of the DOT code will have three digits on tires before 2000 and 4 digits for tires newer than that, The first two are the week and the last or last two are the year) most likely you'll find the inside of the rims pretty rusty. If they are we've found it's better to replace than try and clean up the bead area so the new tire will seal. No fun chasing slow rim leaks.
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Roatan4us
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HersheyGirl wrote:I suggest contacting Jayco and ask what they recommend. I ordered the tire and wheel combo from JCWhitney and were very pleased with them. I put them on myself and just used a regular car jack and it worked well. Torqued the lug nuts to 100. Good luck.
If I were you I would also check your manual or manufacturer for the torque specs, as the above post stated he torqued to 100, that is way to high for my PU, which is rated for 75lbs of torque, (don't want to brake or bend something like a lug bolt). ALso, always recheck the lug nuts after a few miles and then again at 100 miles to make sure they are good. Another tip is to make sure you run your ST tires with the max pressure on the side of the tire, NOT like a car or truck tire that you can run with less pressure.
When in doubt, go with a better tire, not cheaper tire. 
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matt7591
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I had a 1996 1206 and it used 20.5x8-10. It came with C rated and I used E rated. I would probably get D rating next time to make it easier to fill the tires but still have decent capacity.
With these, a scissor jack is better due to short tires. Keep a block of wood handy to get a good start height.
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springoflife
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matt7591 wrote:I had a 1996 1206 and it used 20.5x8-10. It came with C rated and I used E rated.
Same here! I have a 1997 Jayco 1207DD.
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HersheyGirl
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The he that torqued the lug nuts is a SHE and my manual says to torque to 80 to 120...so I go in the middle. My 95 Jayco also said to torque 80 to 120.
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