| Trailer tires vs Auto Type - Isn't the tandem like a trailer [message #62793] |
Mon, 02 November 2009 13:20  |
JimGunther
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Registered: March 2007
Location: West Haven, CT
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I know there have been some spirited discussions about tires in-the-past and I don't wish to stir that pot.
I'm trying to decide if I can (or even should) use Passenger tires on the trailer I use to tow my Lotus 7 replica. The car weighs less than 1500 pounds and I doubt the trailer (the tandem uses 4 15 inch tires) is anywhere near 1,000# - even if I add spares.
Even cheap replacement tires carry a 1,500 pound rating, so I'm well below the maximum -- 6,000 pound weight (4 x 1500), no?
I'm told that the handling dynamics of a trailer are different than an auto 'cause thet don't - per-se - turn. It occurred to me one could say the same thing about the rear tandem on the GMC - though I don't recall a specific conversation about that.
So, anyone shine light on using passenger tires on a trailer? What do I need to look for? I'm considering tires spec'd for a Chev S-10 pick-up.
PS: I don't mind spending a little more for trailer tires - HOWEVER, I don't want to pay MORE for tires simply 'cause their rare and happened to be spec'd LT. There's MUCH better selection of Passenger tires (and better prices)
TIA, Jim
Jim Gunther
www.LotusV6.com
now former owner - ;(
73 GMC-II 2600
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