Towing Tires

Hey everyone!
Just wanted some opinions on what I should get for a second set of rims and tires? I have a 2016 Platinum and
want a 2nd set for towing. I have a travel trailer and don’t feel comfortable with the P275 55 20R stock set I currently am using.
Should I go to a 18 rim and larger tire? Just want some suggestions
Thanks

 

Why don’t you feel comfortable with stock?

What is the size and weight of what you are towing?

Do you have any other modifications to the truck?

 

In addition to the questions above, are you towing in sand, mud, or snow?

 

I have a older trailer 1500 tongue weight
7200 lbs dry. I got a lot of sag in the back currently. I plan on adding sumosprings and new shocks and struts but I do see the weight in the rear tires.
I wanted to feel comfortable that when I’m hauling and have the family aboard I’m in good shape.

 

1500 lbs is a very high tongue weight for a Tundra. Without knowing you’re exact truck, you are likely well over the payload of the truck. Tires are a concern, but a Tundra may not be the right truck for your trailer, especially if you have a family and items in the bed while towing.

 

Agree with this. Sounds like you’re well into 3/4 ton payload range. As for tires, I think e rated michelins would be the best choice assuming you don’t need an all terrain tread.

 

Tires won't make that tongue weight okay.
The tow/payload ratings of a Tundra are done with stock tires, new even E rated tires don't increase that rating.

 

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Thanks for the input. I thought I might be pushing it. I will have to travel light.
Looks like a trailer upgrade is also in my future.

 

That tongue weight is way to high for a Tundra. No chance I would even consider towing that with a Tundra.

 

I had that size tire on my previous Tundra, a 2011 Tundra DC Limited and also towed a travel trailer. I think the tongue weight was about 700 pounds, the trailer was around 5500 pounds dry. I got LT rated tires in the stock size (BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2). Went all over the US and Canada with that setup and never had any problems. But then again, I had about half the tongue weight you have. That's an awfully high tongue weight for a trailer that weighs 7200 pounds dry. What kind of trailer is it, the brand and model? Is it old or new?

My current Tundra has 18" wheels and I like that because I can have a taller sidewall. That being said, might be kind of expensive to buy an extra set of wheels and tires to put on when towing. However, lots of people have two sets of wheels and tires - winter and summer tires. If you already have that, then you'd have three sets of tires and wheels.

 

It’s an 03 travel trailer. I don’t have a second set of tires so I didn’t think it was a bad idea to have a summer set when I’m towing. My past trip I was pretty loaded up and felt it, the ride overall was good but I did have sag. I plan on redistributing weight better in the future.
Thanks for your input.

 

I've got a 2003 as well, mine is a 22 foot Arctic Fox. Previously I had a 25 foot 1990 Airstream that I towed with a 2011 Tundra DC, it was only slightly heavier. In both cases, tongue weight was round 750 pounds. The back end of the truck doesn't sag much unless I put a lot of stuff in the bed of the truck. In both cases, I had/have weight distribution hitches which I'm sure helps. I think a good set of all season LT All-Terrain tires would be a choice for a single set of tires.

 

Every truck has its limit like everyman has its limit. My pops 2500 duramax with a 1000lb tongue weight and 6500 dry weight feels heavy. I cant and wont even put those numbers for a 1/2 tundra to haul safely!

first think the lawman will on a stop or investigation is XYX was unsafe etc...

 

I wouldn't want to overload a truck either. I forget the exact number, because it depends if you have a Tundra Double Cab, CrewMax, Regular Cab, etc, but I believe it's got roughly a 10,000 pound towing weight and a good rule of thumb is to only tow 80% of your maximum capacity. My trailer weights about 5500 pounds dry, and I forget what the tongue weight is, but I think 500ish pounds. I know I'm well within the limit, even when the trailer is loaded with some water and gear.

A quick Google search shows a 2020 2500 Duramax's towing capacity is about 15,000 pounds. Maybe the older ones were less, but I would be surprised if it was significantly less. But, I know a worn out suspension can make a big difference. When I got my current 2009 Tundra TRD Off-Road it still had the original suspension with original Bilstein shocks, springs, etc. It was ok, but didn't feel as sure footed and stable as I thought it should be. After replacing the shocks, struts and springs with new OE style Napa parts, the truck handles a lot better - both when towing and when driving solo.

 

Yes^, i am just referring to the OP post, the numbers on his trailer would make a 3/4 ton gas or diesel truck work! It would be unsafe and hell on a tundra.