Max rim PSI
I noticed that my rims have a max PSI of 65 lbs but I have always run at 70-75 psi with Maxxis Load E tires. I run at 70 psi because the trailer has a max weight of 11k lbs. Should I be concerned ab...
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"SOME" 15" wheels that come with D tires are rated up to 70-75 psi. They work fine at their max psi.
I've pulled commercially for many years and its been my experience that steel wheels that are over pressured can and do split usually around the wheels bead seat flange. Older wheels with lots of use are more suspect.
I've seen aluminum wheels crack in the wells or the flange from using above recommended pressures.
IMO use the right wheel for the tires pressure and capacity ratings.
I've pulled commercially for many years and its been my experience that steel wheels that are over pressured can and do split usually around the wheels bead seat flange. Older wheels with lots of use are more suspect.
I've seen aluminum wheels crack in the wells or the flange from using above recommended pressures.
IMO use the right wheel for the tires pressure and capacity ratings.
