Mixed Tire PSIs
I have a double-axle trailer and replaced the rear axle tires. I now have Carlisle RH on the front axle and Carlisle HD on the rear axle. The RH has a recommended pressure of 65 PSI and the HD has a...
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donn0128 wrote:Boon Docker wrote:ScottG wrote:donn0128 wrote:
No matter what IMHO you asking for trouble. Before towing at hiway speeds you really need all 4 tires the same size/rating.
X2.
One good panic brake and your going to be all over the road.
Why, what would cause it to do that?
OH gad, think for a minute.
Mismatched tires can cause all sorts of handling issues, from wonder/sway to improper loading. If you have ever had a mismatched set of tires on a car you would understand how squirlly things can become. Add a sudden panic situation and you can find yourself in real trouble in a hurry.
I did think about it and a panic stop is not going to do what you say if the tires are both radial and the same size.
