trailer tires on drive
Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by peanut 21, Nov 9, 2013.
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The only thing that I have ever noticed about running trailer tires in a drive position, is that you get one cap instead of two or three.
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what number are you talking about theres a lot of numbers on the side wall
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If trailer tires are able to carry 40,000 lbs they are fine. I wouldnt drive yourself crazy about position. My opinion only
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i look all over the tires and its a lot of number but none say model number
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like goodyear 285 ,80 22.5 or what ever if they are diff. list em on here.
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As I have heard trailer tires on the drive position is not advised, because of the torque exerted(sp) on the tires they are not designed for this purpose. on the other hand using drive tires on trailers has proved not to be a problem.
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they are 11r 22.5
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Trailer tires aren't designed to handle the torque required in that position. You could get away with putting trailer tires on the rear drive axle, since that axle will only have torque infrequently when the interlock is engaged.
Most people running "slicks" on all drives are using "all position", or steer tires.
Check the tire manufacturers' websites for info on which tires are all position(steer), drive, or trailer.
Continental HSR2 is a good choice for all position. It's 23/32 and chip/tear resistant hard rubber.
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