Owner`s manual
Quicksilver
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Braking, Tires & Wheels
The tires should be checked before starting
on every trip. Check them regularly and keep
inated to recommended pressures. The
recommended tire pressure is on the side of
the tire. Rotate tires at least once every
5,000 miles or as recommended by the tire
manufacturer. All models have a spare tire
available in case of an emergency.
All trailers are equipped with tubeless tires. They
are designed for today’s turnpike speeds and
are rated to carry the weight of the trailer plus
your family’s personal needs for an extended
vacation. If you should require an adjustment
on a faulty or defective tire, secure the name
of your nearest tire dealer or distributor and
request an adjustment according to the
conditions and terms of the warranty.
Tire Changing
1. Use emergency ares when near a road or
highway.
2. Block wheels on the opposite side from
the tire you wish to change to prevent
accidental movement.
3. Position a hydraulic jack on the frame close
to the spring hanger.
4. Raise trailer until the tire clears the ground.
Tire Markings
Sample tire size: LT145/85 R 12 E (Your tire
may be different)
• LT reects the “Light Tow vehicle” usage.
Light tow vehicle tires are used on anything
from compact pickups to class A motor
homes.
• 145 indicates the “contact patch” width. The
contact patch is the amount of tire surface
that actually comes into contact with the
pavement. In this case the width is 145
millimeters wide.
• 85 indicates the height to width ratio of the tire.
• R identies the construction type of the tire R–
Radial, B–Bias Belted, D–Diagonal Bias. Some
tires may have a speed designation label in
front of the construction type. Example – MR
tires are rated for use up to 81 mph. SR tires
up to 112 mph. ZR tires carry the highest
speed rating, and are safe for speeds over
150 mph. However, ZR tires should never be
installed on any motor home or travel trailer.
If no speed rating is listed on the sidewall, the
maximum speed for light tow vehicle tires is
87 mph, and for passenger cars 105 mph.
• 12 is the rim size. This is the only
measurement made in inches.
• E is the load range.
Tire Load Ratings
Load ratings for tires go up as the corresponding
letter changes. For example, load range “E” tires
have a heavier rating than load range “D” tires.
Load capabilities of tires change as the psi (air
pressure) is lowered. As much as 220 lbs. of load
carrying capacity is lost per tire for each 5 psi
below the recommended ination. This decreased
load amount varies from one tire manufacturer
to the next; therefore it is recommended that
you contact your tire manufacturer for further
information in this regard.
Tire Air Pressure
When checking air pressures, if the tire has
been driven more than 6 miles, you can add 4
to 6 psi to the rated maximum “cold” ination
recommendations. For example, if the tire has a
maximum rating of 90 psi cold, you can inate
the tire to 96 psi after being driven on. Under
ination generates excessive heat (a tire’s worst
enemy!), increases tread wear in the shoulder
area, and reduces your vehicle’s fuel economy.
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WARNING
Failure to follow tire pressure recommendations
can adversely affect the way your vehicle
handles. Do not exceed the Livin’ Lite
Recreational Vehicles, Inc. recommended
pressure even if it is less than the maximum
pressure allowed for the tire. Doing so can
cause serious injury or loss of life.