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Different tires for my drop axle?

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by Rick Wilmath, Jun 21, 2018.

  1. Jun 21, 2018 #1
    Rick Wilmath

    Rick Wilmath Light Load Member

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    I have a 93 Freightliner truck. I added a drop axle a few months ago and it is working out real well.
    However, the tires need to be changed and I would like to get used tires if I could. The wrecking yard didn't have the size I needed (255/70R 22.5) so I was wondering if I could install a more common 22.5 on them.
    The other wheels on the truck are 24.5 and there is plenty of clearance when the axle is up in the air.

    Thanks
     
    Rick Wilmath, Jun 21, 2018
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  3. Jun 21, 2018 #2
    Roberts450

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    As long as they clear the fenders and what not you sure can change them. Might have to readjust the pressure a little so its not loading the tires with to much weight.
     
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  4. Jun 21, 2018 #3
    Justrucking2

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    Throw a set of Chineseium tires on, that is what I use on mine. Good old Double Coins.
     
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