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CapriRacer
Explorer II
Feb 07, 2012

Revived Trailer Tire Thread (formerly on the 5th Wheel Forum

OK, I'll try this again but with a different tack. I am of the opinion that ST tires should have a 15% reserve capacity (85% of the load at a given pressure) in order to be reasonably sure they wo...
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OldGreaser
Explorer
Feb 25, 2012
Thanks Chris,

"You might also look at the Bridgestone Duravis R250. Another steel ply carcass tire that cost a little less than ribs. Chris "

I've written this up in my maintenance records, i.e. the exact details/size of the Michelin LT's needed and have added a note to consider Bridgestone Duravis R250. I'm still giving preference to the Michelin ribs but will continue to watch for further info on usage of Duravis.

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