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Low Pro Step Tires

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by dirtyrabbit, Sep 23, 2021.

  1. Sep 23, 2021 #1
    dirtyrabbit

    dirtyrabbit Medium Load Member

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    Tires are nearing the end. And could only find 235/75r17.5 in this town. The rest are 245/70r, and the tire calculator put them pretty close. The 245 have more ground contact. The 235 rev rate is less, so they may not heat up so much.
    What are y’all’s opinions here?

    edit. . A bit unclear maybe.
    53’. Step Low Pro. . 17.5 mostly hauling equipment.
    Which tire would anyone recommend and why?
     
    Last edited: Sep 23, 2021
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  3. Sep 23, 2021 #2
    Lazer

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    Don’t mix different sizes on the same dual.
     
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  4. Sep 23, 2021 #3
    zinita17601

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    How soon do u need the tires?order online,usually i get them delivered within a week
     
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  5. Sep 23, 2021 #4
    dirtyrabbit

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    Yeah, I had one go down. The local coop was the only place with any 17.5 tires. These are really close. Looking for opinions on which works best.
     
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  7. Sep 23, 2021 #5
    dirtyrabbit

    dirtyrabbit Medium Load Member

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    Yes Sir, they luckily had two. Now I have a spare 245.
     
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  8. Nov 9, 2021 #6
    Roadking96

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    i run continental 245/70R17.5 18PR J Continental HTL2 Eco Plus tires on my low pro step.after trying out few other brands continental are the best choice for low pro step.only con is that they were out pretty quick but that's with any 17.5 tires brand.
    few tips to make them last longer keep the inflated to proper PSI & don't go over 65mph when running heavy especially in the summer.or else they will pop like popcorns.
     
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    stwik and Landincoldfire Thank this.
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