Trailer Tire Age and Sun Tips (Canada)

Towing

Trailer tires age out from sun and ozone even with deep tread. Read the DOT date code, inspect for cracks, and replace on age when the sidewall says the tire is done.

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Two inch Receiver CoverCURT 22272$15.92 CADSee the part →

Date codes

The DOT week and year stamp tells you age. Many shops treat older trailer tires as suspect even with tread left. Store out of sun when you can.

Pressure

Set pressure cold to the sidewall. Canadian winter mornings need a gauge check — cold air drops pressure overnight.

Parts we commonly sell

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CURT part 22272Two inch Receiver CoverConfirm fit and rating on the product page.$15.92 CAD

CURT part 21500Five-eighths Hitch Pin with ClipConfirm fit and rating on the product page.$12.84 CAD

CURT part 45036Two inch Curt Class 3 4Confirm fit and rating on the product page.$57.03 CAD

CURT part 22271One and one quarter Inch Receiver CvrConfirm fit and rating on the product page.$29.66 CAD

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