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cruz-in
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Nov 25, 2013

Tire Width...Using a 215 vice a 235.....pros?....cons?

Hi All, With a moderate wieght 5th wheel (about 10K loaded), what are the pros and cons to using a 215 vice a 235 truck tire? Asking because, with higher end tires like Michelin Ribs, the 215 i...
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VintageRacer
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Nov 25, 2013
If the smaller tire has sufficient headroom in the load rating, then there is no particular downside to the smaller tire. It will wear faster, give a slightly harsher ride and the trailer will sit an inch or two lower. If you are OK with all that, buy the smaller tire. I would.

Brian

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