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Archive for April 23rd, 2006
Wider Replacement for an 8R19.5
Posted by Tim on April 23, 2006
Is there a wider replacement tire & wheel for a 8R19.5? This is for a 1985 Chev P30 chassis.
There are some wider tires available that fit a 19.5 rim. Specifically, the 225/70R19.5 and the 245/70R19.5. Whenever you consider changing tires sizes, you need to check that you are using a rim width that is allowable on the new tire size and that there are no clearance issues with the inner fender of the vehicle. Remember that any significant change in tire diameter will effect the gearing, also.
Class 8 Tractor Pulling a Camper
Posted by Tim on April 23, 2006
I have a Class 8 tractor that I only bob tail with or pull a 17500 lbs. camper with. I just put new 22.5 steers on. Now I am looking what to do on the rear tamdems with regard to fuel milage and ride. Options that I can think of are taller tires, single tires instead of dual, or both single taller tires. Still want to keep tandem axle. Truck specs are 60 series Detroit , 10 speed Eaton 373 rear axle ratio.
I don't think that taller tires are going to significantly improve your fuel economy. The wide base single tires potentially will improve fuel economy especially if you use aluminum wheels in place of steel rims but, unless you carry a spare, I would be concerned about getting replacement tires on-the-road. If your travels are along the US east coast, this may not be as much of a problem as traveling in the vast, wide open areas of the West.