Making the LT tire jump
So I've been reading a bunch and decided on BF Goodrich Commercial AS 2 in LT215/85R16 for my rig, I'm ordering wheels very shortly, most likely the same ones that are on it now, but in 16" instead of...
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Back in 2010, a poster on another forum asked for comments on the use of Michelin XPS Ribs under a 5th wheel with 6K axles. Since I had used XPS Ribs successfully on our 2000 Jayco Designer XL 3610 RLTS, I had recommended them. As is typical, the naysayers came out of the walls to decry the use of the LT235/85R-16E XPS Ribs under a 5th wheel. Soooo...I contacted Michelin. Their response follows:
Rusty
Michelin Tech Support wrote:
Hi Rusty;
Thank you for your email. We welcome the opportunity to serve you.
Obviously the utilization of the XPS Rib tires are limited, as they are only manufactured in 16" sizes, LRE (10 ply) versions. It is an all steel radial casing design and with exceptional strength, making it long lasting, durable and also retreadable.
In its class nothing better, excellent for a recreational or commercial trailer tire.
Only drawback (we see you are in Houston) it is NOT an all season tire.
Highly recommended for your application!
It is our goal to ensure that your issue has been resolved or your question answered to your satisfaction. If we can assist you further, please respond to this email or call us at 1-800-XXX-XXXX (toll free) between 8:00AM and 8:00PM Eastern Time Monday through Friday or between 8:30AM and 4:30PM Eastern Time on Saturday.
Mike T.
Michelin North America
Consumer Care Department
Certified Michelin Product Expert
Rusty
