LT tires on TT
I was telling a buddy of mine how I upgraded my TT tires from ST's to LT's (Michelin RIBS) and he would like to upgrade to LT's also. He asked if he could go to any LT tire as long as they had the cor...
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Huntindog wrote:JJBIRISH wrote:
“ These 16" LT E tires have been recommenced by their manufacturers for trailer use;
Michelin XPS Ribs
Bridgestone R250
Firestone Transport HT
Uniroyal HD-H
BFG Commercial HT
Cooper SRM II
Goodyear Wrangler HT ”
Aside from the XPS rib that has a speed rating reduction to 75 MPH when used on a trailer,
That is obviously not a tire limitation as it doesn't state it on the tire. (as all STs plainly state on the sidewall)
It is more of a CYA label... IE: If you get in a accident towing at more than 75 MPH.... We didn't recommend it so we are not liable
not an answer to the question but,
other than the Marathon the only GY tire recommended for trailer use in 16 inch or less is the G614 RST in LR G and 110PSI…
http://www.goodyeartrucktires.com/tires/
http://www.goodyearrvtires.com/tire-selector.aspx
so evidently the LT designation is not an endorsement, and its not a recommendation for trailer use then what is it… it must be a limitation…
I believe that is widely true for tires of most makes in the US market…
