Why do trailer tires appear to fail more often than steer or drive tires?
Trailer tires have a greater failure rate due to: extreme load variations; they are predominately retreads (more dense tread area increases heat build up); lack of maintenance; and trailers are not aligned to the tractor. Q. Are hot tires more subject to puncture? A. Overheating can increase punctures, although operating conditions and the type of terrain are the main cause. Q. What will TR/FS do in the case of a tread area puncture? TR/FS will seal around the object to prevent air loss and also protect the steel belts with its anti-rust and anti-corrosion ingredients. Thus with no air loss, the tire retains its correct shape and operating temperature, thereby considerably reducing the risk of damage caused by the nail. Q. During the next tire inspection process what if the nail is discovered? If the object is removed, rotate the tire by driving the vehicle a short distance of at least 50-100 yards for TR/FS to stop the leak. The spot where the nail was removed should be visually inspe
