tire codes, how to read??
bought a used 2008 trailer today and the tires on it are ST/175/80D/13 they look in great shape no checking or wear. there is a DOT number on the sidewall which reads DOT 4LJU and than in a circl...
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Dutch_12078 wrote:coffebreak wrote:Dutch_12078 wrote:
Based on your DOT code, your Carlisle tires made in Shenzhen, China in Sept of 2006 should be replaced.
WOW, so they were 2 years old right out of the factory when the unit was new. Its a 2008.
do u have a web site to find out all that other info? very interesting and would be a good site
thanks
My apologies for the late reply. For some reason, it didn't show up in my unread list.
Here's a site that shows how to read the various tire codes:
http://www.belletire.com/how-to-read-a-tire-sidewall
At this site, you can look up the manufacturing codes. Just uncheck all but "Tires" and enter the two digit code in the "DOT ID" box:
http://www.nhtsa.gov/apps/manufacturer/index.htm
GREAT, thank u, will give them a try. good to know.
