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tinstartrvlr
Dec 14, 2017Explorer
This is a really interesting topic but I'm a little confused.
When I got new GY Endurance tires while on the road after a blowout, I assumed the GY dealer would put the proper tires on, at least C or maybe D. I didn't think to ask (my bad I guess). The dealer put E rated tires on, and I believe my wheels are in the 2200 pound range (inflation pressure was 50psi) for an 8k trailer.
The E tires are clearly and prominently marked to be inflated to 80psi.
Is it the valve stems that are the real concern, or is the higher rated tire too strong for the wheel? Will the valve stem blow suddenly, or the wheel fracture, or an axle break, or what?
Not really understanding why the tire rating matters(as far as the wheels are concerned).
Apologize if the answer is already here and I am just missing it.
When I got new GY Endurance tires while on the road after a blowout, I assumed the GY dealer would put the proper tires on, at least C or maybe D. I didn't think to ask (my bad I guess). The dealer put E rated tires on, and I believe my wheels are in the 2200 pound range (inflation pressure was 50psi) for an 8k trailer.
The E tires are clearly and prominently marked to be inflated to 80psi.
Is it the valve stems that are the real concern, or is the higher rated tire too strong for the wheel? Will the valve stem blow suddenly, or the wheel fracture, or an axle break, or what?
Not really understanding why the tire rating matters(as far as the wheels are concerned).
Apologize if the answer is already here and I am just missing it.
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