clarification on LT vs ST tires please
I just purchased a 2013 raptor toyhauler. I have been reading all the posts about tires along with all the either good information here. Here is my question: the toy hauler I bought comes with ST t...
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TucsonJim wrote:
One thing I never realized about my "ST" tires is that they are rated for 65mph max. In Arizona, our interstate speed limit is usually 75mph. However, with that said, there always appears to be a vehicle cruising down the highway at something less than 65. I usually drive my rig at 64-65mph, but on occasion, I've had to bump it up to 70 while passing so I don't impede traffic. I get a little nervous taking those ST tires up to 70 for the minute or so that it takes to pass.
And while I'm on the subject, a pet peeve of mine is when I ride behind a slower vehicle for quite a while, and finally make up my mind to pass. It seems that quite often, the said vehicle must not like getting passed by a big truck and FW, and decides to speed up once I'm in the passing lane. Or worse, start pacing my speed so I can't get back over!
Jim I hear ya on that passing phenomenon. Or reverse, somebody busts a gut to pass you and then slows down slower than I am going. I'm on cruise so I know I didn't suddenly speed up grrrr.
Anyway regarding the 65mph limit on ST's. IMHO it's not a limiting factor for a brief passing maneuver. It's a long term factor designed to keep the tires from over heating and failing. So I say complete your pass and resume your 65mph.
