Convert ST tires to LT tires
Hi everyone How do you convert ST tires size to LT tires size? For example 235/80R/16 load range E to a light truck tire size.
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waltbennett wrote:If you compare them side by side (I have) you will find you have that backwards. My old Tow Masters were like bicycle tires compared to the Michelin Ribs I now have. You could grab one of the Tow Masters and wrinkle it up with one hand. In addition the Michelins weigh about 20 pounds more...The weight ratings are less with an LT tire over an ST tire but don't let that stop you. I replaced a 235/80/16 load range E ST tire with a 235/85/16 load range E LT tire. Mine have been trouble free for thousands of miles.
The numbers and ratings are the same. Only change is the letters. Truck tires have more flexible side walls as they may be on steerable wheels, trailer tires have stiffer sidewalls as they won't be steering.
B.O.
