Nothing ends a Lake Tahoe adventure faster than a trailer tire blow-out. Whether you’re hauling a fifth-wheel, boat trailer, horse trailer, or utility hauler, Swift Mobile Tire brings the tire shop to you—no tow truck, no long wait at a brick-and-mortar shop. We mount replace tires right where you’re parked so you can get back to the fun.
Why Trailer Tires Fail More Often Than You Think — And Usually at the Worst Time
- Age beats mileage. Trailer tires often “camp” more than they roll. UV rays, oxidation, and dry-rot quietly weaken sidewalls while the tread still looks new.
- Under-inflation on departure day. Tires lose 1–2 psi per month. A spring getaway with winter-soft tires creates excess heat and side-wall flex that blows cords apart.
- Overloading & uneven weight. Fresh-water tanks, firewood, and gear stack up quickly. Exceeding the tire’s load range by even 10 % can trigger belt separation.
- Speed + heat on Sierra grades. Long downhill runs on Hwy 50 or I-80 build heat fast; an aged ST205/75R15 running 70 mph can spike to 200 °F internally in minutes.
Bottom line: Even “low-mileage” trailer tires need replacement every 5–6 years—or sooner if you see cracks or bulges.
How Our On-Site Trailer Tire Service Works
- Call or book online. Give us the tire size stamped on your sidewall (e.g., ST225/75R15 LRE).
- We roll with the right inventory. Our mobile truck stocks the most common ST-sizes, load ranges, and premium aluminum or steel trailer rims.
- Professional swap—no shortcuts.
- Break bead and remove wheel with commercial tire machine
- Inspect hub/drum, repack bearings on request
- Mount & inflate new tire to correct cold-psi (always use valve-stem grommets rated for trailer pressure)
- Torque lugs to manufacturer spec (typically 100 – 120 ft-lb)
- Recycle the old rubber. We haul away blow-outs and worn tires to a certified recycler—no mess at your campsite.
- Back on the road. Average four-tire trailer swap: 45 min.
Rim Replacement & Wheel Balancing—Done Right Where You Stand
Bent rim from a curb hit? Rusted steel wheel that won’t hold a bead? We carry steel and aluminum replacements and can balance on-truck so you’re vibration-free at highway speed.
Service Area—We Cover the Whole Basin (and Beyond)
- Campgrounds: Fallen Leaf Lake, Camp Richardson, Zephyr Cove, Sugar Pine Point
- Marinas: Tahoe Keys, Ski Run, Homewood
- Highways & Passes: Hwy 50, Hwy 89, I-80 (Donner Summit), Spooner Summit
- Surrounding towns: Truckee, Meyers, Stateline, Incline Village
Stuck farther out? Call—we often dispatch to Carson City or Reno with a minimal travel surcharge.
📸 Real-World Rescue
Preventive Tips to Extend Trailer Tire Life
- Date-code check every spring. DOT code’s last four digits (e.g., 4119) = 41st week of 2019. Replace at year six—no exceptions.
- Cold-inflation before every tow. Match the max-psi on sidewall unless your trailer manufacturer specifies lower.
- Use wheel covers in storage. UV exposure is the silent killer.
- Rotate positions yearly. Swap front/rear (or left/right on single-axle) to even out wear.
- Weigh your rig loaded. A CAT scale ticket (< $15) verifies you’re within tire load range.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need “trailer-rated” (ST) tires, or can I use passenger-car LT tires?
A: ST tires have stiffer sidewalls and higher load ratings—safer for sway and heavy tongue weight. We recommend sticking with ST unless the axle tag allows LT.
Q: Can you match my existing aluminum rim design?
A: Yes—text us a photo ahead of time. If we don’t carry that spoke pattern on the truck, we can overnight it or supply a temporary steel spare.
Get Back on the Road Today
Ready for new trailer tires—or stuck right now? Click Call Now below or book in two taps:
📞 1-800-618-5191 | 📅 Book Online
Swift Mobile Tire is South Lake Tahoe’s only fully-equipped mobile tire shop: digital balancer, commercial tire machine, torque-verified installs, and eco-friendly rubber recycling—all packed into one service truck that comes to you. Don’t let an aging tire derail your vacation; let us bring the bay to your campsite and keep your road trip rolling.