New 14" tires for an Imagine 22MLE

[Coach Mac]

I'm buying a new Imagine 22MLE soon and wondering if the Westlakes are adequate or if I should get a better tire. If so, what tire do you recommend. I put on Sailun on my 384GK, which came with the Westlakes. I'll be taking pretty long trips....from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho to Surprise, Arizona annually and this summer a trip across the US and don't want any interruptions with tire issues.
Thanks for your input.

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[Capt Bob]

First, welcome to the "cult"!
The 22MLE is a nice two person trailer. I'm sure there are many who will tell you to change the tires out before you sign the papers.
That stated, I run the Goodyear Endurance size on my boat trailer with good success so I can speak for them. When the time comes to replace the Westlakes, I'll go with those. Again, when I need new tires.

 

[J Maguire]

I'm buying a new Imagine 22MLE soon and wondering if the Westlakes are adequate or if I should get a better tire. If so, what tire do you recommend. I put on Sailun on my 384GK, which came with the Westlakes. I'll be taking pretty long trips....from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho to Surprise, Arizona annually and this summer a trip across the US and don't want any interruptions with tire issues.
Thanks for your input.

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Recommemd Goodyear Endurance Tires. I've changed more than my share of RV tires next to the road. It's something to be avoided if possible. Look into a (TPMS) tire pressure monitoring system as well. A must have!

 

[Coach Mac]

Thanks. I'll go with the Goodyear's and also the TST brand of a TPMS. Do you recommend a built in TPMS or the other?

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[J Maguire]

Thanks. I'll go with the Goodyear's and also the TST brand of a TPMS. Do you recommend a built in TPMS or the other?

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The type of TPMS is really just a personal call; from expensive to inexpensive there are many that work great! Just important to get one setup and in use; not only to let you know if you've lost a trailer tire in which you cannot see from the mirror but to monitor changes in PSI over the passing of time and in different environments on long travel trips.

 

[J Maguire]

Thanks. I'll go with the Goodyear's and also the TST brand of a TPMS. Do you recommend a built in TPMS or the other?

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This inexpensive system has worked as well as the more expensive ones that I've run in the past.

Check this out at Amazon
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[NB Canada]

I'm buying a new Imagine 22MLE soon and wondering if the Westlakes are adequate or if I should get a better tire. If so, what tire do you recommend. I put on Sailun on my 384GK, which came with the Westlakes. I'll be taking pretty long trips....from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho to Surprise, Arizona annually and this summer a trip across the US and don't want any interruptions with tire issues.
Thanks for your input.

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The west lakes are adequate


2021 Imagine 2400 BH
2018 GMC Sierra 4x4 crew 1840 payload

 

[jmbopp]

Our 2017 Imagine had one nail in a Westlake, the other 3 are original. Just on age I'll replace them this spring.

 

[Hitsman3]

Our Westlake's had about 4000 miles on them when i changed them out for the Goodyear Endurance. Still had plenty of life left in them it appeared but with all the horror stories i didn't want to take the chance. I went with the 215/75/14's. Couple of things i noticed on the first trip after changing them was the trailer didn't seem to bounce as much and it tracked better. Also, i just bought the Tire Minder I10 TPMS, haven't had a chance to use it yet but a pretty easy setup.

 

[Coach Mac]

Thanks. I used the tire minder on my 384gk fifth wheel tires and it worked well...just took some time to sync because of the longer distance to my cab.

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[RV Sailor]

We. Hanged out the Westlakes with the GY Endurance....why temp fate
Also have a TST 507. I am a fan

 

[Coach Mac]

Thanks. Did the TST 507 need the repeater, and if so, how and where did you install it?

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[DC22RBE]

We have a 2021 Imagine 22RBE - And I too am looking to replace my Super ST Westlake 14" tires load range D. I see reviews on line about Trailer King, Maxxis, Carlisle as being best - with few mentioning Goodyear Endurance. Some say they've had some bulge problems with Endurance - an understand that all tires could have problems. Recently put close to 5,000 miles on the Westlake's going from TX to Florida and back - so far ok, but planning a long summer trip from Texas to Pacific NW and back this summer - hence a lot of mountains, higher elevations, turns etc.

I also definitely want to increase the speed rating to at least an N - not that I go much over 70 - but with pulling this trailer with a Ford F250 SD 6.7 turbo diesel - and need to pass - I want the comfort that trailer tires will stay up with challenge to 75 mph.

I too have TST Tire monitoring system - would not go without it on. AND I put on Centramatic wheel balancers on trailer and truck - very smooth ride.

Hence - Looking for some good feedback on tire options as well before taking the tire plunge!

Thanks, Dave

 

[NB Canada]

We have a 2021 Imagine 22RBE - And I too am looking to replace my Super ST Westlake 14" tires load range D. I see reviews on line about Trailer King, Maxxis, Carlisle as being best - with few mentioning Goodyear Endurance. Some say they've had some bulge problems with Endurance - an understand that all tires could have problems. Recently put close to 5,000 miles on the Westlake's going from TX to Florida and back - so far ok, but planning a long summer trip from Texas to Pacific NW and back this summer - hence a lot of mountains, higher elevations, turns etc.

I also definitely want to increase the speed rating to at least an N - not that I go much over 70 - but with pulling this trailer with a Ford F250 SD 6.7 turbo diesel - and need to pass - I want the comfort that trailer tires will stay up with challenge to 75 mph.

I too have TST Tire monitoring system - would not go without it on. AND I put on Centramatic wheel balancers on trailer and truck - very smooth ride.

Hence - Looking for some good feedback on tire options as well before taking the tire plunge!

Thanks, Dave

Keep the westlakes and don’t go over 65. They are a great tire


2021 Imagine 2400 BH
2018 GMC Sierra 4x4 crew

 

[jadatis]

If the westlake have 30% reserve to the GAWR, they can last upto 10 years.
If you go for Endurance, also this reserve is needed.
Both are calculated in maxload for 65mph.
I am wayting for the moment, that some TT maker uses Endurance with 10% reserve, as is recomanded, and again many tire-failures happen.

 

[Refclown]

We purchased a 22MLE in 2020 and the first thing I did was to replace all four tires with Goodyear Endurance Tires. Probably for for piece of mind more than anything but they have a slightly higher load rating as well. I also replace the suspension system with a Dexter E-Z Flex wet bolt system. The plastic busing do not hold up on the stock system. I also notice a better ride with the system as well..

 

[SailorDan]

I just picked up my 22MLE in October. Last week I bought 5 Goodyear Endurance online at the Goodyear site. I used my 15% discount from the Escapees RV Club. I felt bad taking brand new tires off but the total bill was $637 for 5 installed with all tax and fees. Like you I will put a bunch of miles on and just don't want to worry about it. I also rationalized by how much damage gets done when you blow a tire. I also run a TPMS system that I transferred over from my last trailer and it works awesome. I paid $123 a year ago and they were $135 a few days ago. They are high right now but watch for them to come down. I use Keepa to track prices. It shows historical prices and it alerts me it gets to my target price.

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[GaryS1964]

I had the 14' Westlake tires and after a couple of short trips and around 500 miles I bought the Goodyear Endurance tires. I had them install internal TPMS sensors at the same time. My TPMS system shows pressure and temperature and with them mounted inside I don't have to think about them. Also had metal valve stems installed. The whole thing, excluding the cost of the sensors, was around $700.

 

[RV Sailor]

Thanks. Did the TST 507 need the repeater, and if so, how and where did you install it?

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Installed it in battery box on the tongue.

 

[Coach Mac]

Thanks!

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