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Archive for June, 2005
Question 97
Posted by Jay on June 11, 2005
I continue to hear people make a statement like “We get 7,000 miles a 32nd on regulars and 4,500 on steers”. Is there an average that one should be looking at, either for a type of operation or use?
Miles / 32 of rubber varies based on tire tread design, tread depth, load, inflation, vehicle, spped, and driver. There is no average miles/32 for a given tire.
Question 98
Posted by Kenneth on June 8, 2005
I saw another person asking about lowering engine speed by using taller tires in the 245/70R 19.5 range and I saw the stats for the 265/70R 19.5. My question is that since we are having some difficulty in obtaining 245/70R 19.5 in the H Load Range could I substitute for a 265/70R 19.5 and what difficulties would I encounter with ride and handling. The application is Freightliner 60 series as an ambulance/rescue application. I also have some IH Med duty with the same 245/70R 19.5 tire and the same appliction as the Freightliner.
You are going to raise the vehicle 1/2" with the 265/70R19.5
The ride would be slightly better because of the higher sidewall. Handling may be slightly lower.
Question 99
Posted by Dean on June 7, 2005
I read all the questions from people re: tire wear and fuel savings. We manufacture PressureGuard Tire Inflation Systems, w/ a TIS you save on both. One of our customers saved over $100K on fuel last year using TIS plus tire savings. Why are companies still reluctant in buying TIS???
Thanks
Dean R.
PressureGuard.com
Every fleet is looking to reduce their tire costs. Inflation Pressure is critical to maximize tire mileage, retreadability, and to maximize fuel economy. Most fleets today recognize how important maintaining proper inflation is to their operation and have their drivers, mechanincs check air pressure on a regular basis using calibrated air pressure gauges.
Question 65
Posted by JOE on June 3, 2005
with michlelin pushing the wide base radial market and it seems to be catching on does goodyear plan to try and get some of that market?
We have been evaluating the new 445/50R22.5 super single tire for a few years. There are many benefits such as reduced weight of 1 tire vs 2, fuel economy, and handling of the tire.
Negatives included reduced mileage, reduced retreadbility, lack of vehicle limp home capabiility. We see this tire as a niche product.
Question 66
Posted by JOE on June 1, 2005
WHAT IS THE MOST FUEL EFF. TIRE ON THE MARKET TODAY TO BEST OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE?
It depends on many factors. To answer the question, need to know which wheel position that you speak...steer, drive, or trail.
Our G302 is a great fuel efficient drive design.