Rim max PSI
Am in the process of replacing the tires on the trailer. Current tires (and the ones which came with trailer) are load range C and maximum psi is 50.
Have been looking at the new Goodyear Endurance, load range D and psi of 65.
In doing some research, I have come across a number of forum threads (on other sites) in which the discussion revolved around the rated psi of the rim. As usual, there are varying, and opposing, opinions.
It seems reasonable that, like tires, the psi rating of a rim is based on a "cold" temperature and the raise in psi (from use) is taken into account by the manufacturer.
However, other than the opinions of some, I can't find any actual documentation anywhere that would support this position. In fact, there is a thread in which a poster contacted a rim manufacturer who would not commit, one way or the other.
So, my question: Does anyone know of any bonafide documentation that states whether the max psi of a rim is for cold pressure or is the max pressure, period?
Thanks,
Marv
Have been looking at the new Goodyear Endurance, load range D and psi of 65.
In doing some research, I have come across a number of forum threads (on other sites) in which the discussion revolved around the rated psi of the rim. As usual, there are varying, and opposing, opinions.
It seems reasonable that, like tires, the psi rating of a rim is based on a "cold" temperature and the raise in psi (from use) is taken into account by the manufacturer.
However, other than the opinions of some, I can't find any actual documentation anywhere that would support this position. In fact, there is a thread in which a poster contacted a rim manufacturer who would not commit, one way or the other.
So, my question: Does anyone know of any bonafide documentation that states whether the max psi of a rim is for cold pressure or is the max pressure, period?
Thanks,
Marv
