RV Tire Saver: Always Balanced

*These are the ones we ordered and installed. Check your bolt pattern.

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ℹ️ About the Episode: When we recorded our episode on How fast is too fast to tow, Eric from Techno RV said, "While we're in our truck with cruise control on, our trailer is having a much different experience." He's right. Trailers are hanging on for dear life—which explains why, when we stop for fuel, we occasionally see pillows and other items on the floor. Just as it's hard to know what's going on with the trailer's interior, it's also hard to know exactly what's going on with the trailer tires, especially whether they're balanced or not. When tires are out of balance, they can wear prematurely and make for an uncomfortable ride. In the case of trailer tires, this wear can add unnecessary stress to the trailer. We learned about Centramatic wheel balancers from the community and friends who have installed them on their trucks. These wheel balancers work on trucks, too—but on the truck, I can tell if the wheels are out of balance while driving. The trailer seemed like the best place to start.
This video explains how wheel balancers work and shows the simple installation process. If you add them to your trailer, just make sure you check the bolt pattern first. We also install the Ford TPMS sensors in this episode. The installation process for these is not as simple, but we offer some ideas to make it easier. Why did we add these? Your standard truck TPMS does not include temperature, which can be another indicator of a potential tire failure.

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[ChrisSlinky]

I’m glad you guys keep planning my retirement for me 😂

[marshall]

Mark, I wish I had a dollar for every time I've been told there is no need to balance a trailer tire. All my trailers, regardless of size, i.e. RV or motorcycle, ALWAYS have balanced tires. It just makes sense!!

[effortless_choice]

Mark, one thing to point out…more and more Discount Tires are using Road Force Balancing. When you see that metal cylinder push up against the tire as it’s it being balanced, that’s a road force equipped balancing machine. What that cylinder does is simulate road force on the tire, giving the machine a more accurate reading of balance requirements. It can make a huge difference in the accuracy of the tire balance. 👍

[brettelizabethspore]

Never a dull moment. Love the educational side of your channel just as much as the daily life side. Keep on the journey!

[sykesc]

Brilliant decision to add the Centramatic wheel balancers. We put them on our Airstream when it was new in 2018. I have hit my share of potholes over the years, but we have never had any abnormal tire wear. When we replaced the tires about 6 months ago (35K miles) due to age, the tread wear was absolutely even on all 4 tires. You confirmed why we will stick with our TST TPMS. It is nice that the sensors are inside the tires, but I don't like that the "navigator" can't monitor the tire pressures or respond to an alarm while we are on the road. Safe travels in the hot and smokey NW!

[ericcummings]

We blew a tire on the highway with about 4000 miles on the tires. I had my tire aid ramp, socket to remove the tire, and my torque wrench to tighten it back on. However, the nut holding the spare onto the mounting bracket was a different size that I did not have. I did manage to get it off with an adjustable wrench and made sure we had that socket within 24 hours.

[BrandonH]

OMG Brady at the end! 2 of my favorite YouTube channels finally doing a mash up! I can't wait to watch this. 😮😮😮🎉

[allanmoulton]

10 to 12 ounces of BBs in your tires will also continuously balance your wheels as you drive. They work well for any size wheel. The larger the wheel, the more BBs you need.
Ceramic balance beads are also available, but they are very pricey.

[Augiebracerofam]

The new, changing each time, contact name for your spouse ❤ 😂. This season’s Easter egg. I have friends who want me to wash my truck because they want it to rain. Thank you for sharing and have a great day.

[kulakds]

MARK I the diesel treatment and had the same problem keeping it in the rear door. I bought a small container from Walmart and now keep it in the bed of the truck with shop rags in case of high elevation passes. I live in Reno and go over the pass a lot so I know your pain!

[lyfandeth]

I put a wrap of duct tape on the arm of the breaker bar that fits my tires. Makes it easier to put the right one on the wheels every time, especially at night.

[nature]

Its always fun here in youtube watching your videos. Thank you.

[MsSunstoned]

thanks Marc. We appreciate any advise you can offer.

[willfountain]

Brady!!! I’m so excited for my favorite two channels (SVDelos/ Cruisers Academy and KYD) to collide!!!

[PeterKupu]

I was driving on southbound I5, leaving downtown Seattle this morning 8/11. I Saw a white Ford and Airstream driving northbound on I5. Was it KYD? My family and I love the channel! Thanks for all you do!!

[robd]

I installed Centramatic balancers on my F450 and Momentum 399TH before it even hit the road for the first trip. The trailer now has 46k+ miles on it and the original tires have 75% of the tread left with NO unusual wear patterns. My truck's steer tires made it 45k miles before I changed them and the drives made it 55k miles before they were replaced. I am a HUGE fan of Centramatic balancers. I wish they fit disc brake hubs since my next trailer will have disc brakes.

[kelliconlan]

Watching your channel reminds me of all the childhood memories of RV camping!! It was a great time. Now to get my husband on board for RV camping. He says tenting or no camping. I'm not a tent camper.

[EngineerSaysWhat]

Jack only at the designated jack points!

[runline]

I installed the Ford TPMS system in my 2024 F350 Tremor and absolutely love it!

[troyclawson]

good imfomation, tack care of your equipment and it will take care of you. have a blessed week!