Used Tyres Melbourne

In general terms, any sizeable tyre outlet will have a big heap of tyres out the back - a lot of people take tyres off vehicles that could still last a few years on a trailer. The tyre outlets usually have them grouped as 'possible second hand sellers' and 'recycle only'. Don't forget to consider tyre age though (the code on the sidewall will ID that) - a blowout on the camper can of course still cause huge safety issues.

I recommend you check the difference in load ratings before you change to a smaller tyre. There is a big difference in the sizes you are quoting and unless the tyres on the trailer are currently oversize you run the risk of overloading the replacements.

regards

A

Why would anyone purchase USED tyres to put on a camping trailer, that will be used to carry their family goods in ?
Used tyres should only be used for race track fences. Putting them on vehicles went out in the fifties, There is a reason they are USED.

PeterH

Hi Dicko
I agree with PeterH and the other posts.
Not worth the trouble even on a trailer, I learn't the hard way !!
Maybe ?? on a trailer only going to the tip and back but I assume you would take your camper Off Road definately not worth it.
As mentioned check tyre weight loadings.

Remember "Murphy" he strikes at the worst times.

Safe Travels
Barry

Thanks guys

The reason for second hand was the limited life I was looking at. I agree with you 100% on getting new, just cash has a limit.

I will be increasing the tyres and wheels on the Jack in due course when the current ones need replacing, and hence I would like to then have the same wheels and tyres on the camper.

Just want to lower the hight for the time being to be level with the Jack so we don't have to have the tow hitch around the other way and impact the doors potentially.

What about the trailer wheel. Will the rims with the 285's take the narrow 245 size?

Anyone???