Tire Inflation Guide
Can anyone tell me where I can find a chart telling what pressure I should run for the axle weights that I have? Thanks
Forum Discussion
The quality of the 'ride' is partially dependent on tire pressure. The tire mfg site gives you the minimum pressure to carry the weight, while the tire sidewall gives you another maximum pressure. Also, the coach mfg gives you a sheet with their "recommended" pressure. In general, the lower the tire pressure you have, the smoother the ride you will have.
For example, on my coach, I have Michelins and I know the loaded weight on each corner. According to the Michelin charts, I can carry 85 pounds on the front tires and 90 pounds on the back. The max pressure listed on the tire is something like 115, and the mfg chart recommends 110 front and back. I chose to carry each tire at 95 pounds which seems like a compromise all around plus I get a good ride at that pressure.
I ran my calculations past the dealer, who said "huh?". I called the Monaco and talked to them. They confirmed my calculations and my decision to carry 95 pounds pressure.
For example, on my coach, I have Michelins and I know the loaded weight on each corner. According to the Michelin charts, I can carry 85 pounds on the front tires and 90 pounds on the back. The max pressure listed on the tire is something like 115, and the mfg chart recommends 110 front and back. I chose to carry each tire at 95 pounds which seems like a compromise all around plus I get a good ride at that pressure.
I ran my calculations past the dealer, who said "huh?". I called the Monaco and talked to them. They confirmed my calculations and my decision to carry 95 pounds pressure.
