LT or ST

[Tireman9]

Originally Posted by toslow

the tires i got new are 235/80/16 load range is E

the tiers that came on the trailer are 235/85/16

Interesting. I am having problems finding either size in the truck or bus tire section of Tire & Rim Association yearbook.

I do find ST235/85R16 LR-E in Special Trailer section rated at 3,640# @ 80 psi

and I do find an LT235/85R16 LR-E in Light Truck section rated at 3.415# @ 80

Could yo let us know what brand tires and where you found the 235/80R16 LR-E

Thanks

[toslow]

Originally Posted by Tireman9

Interesting. I am having problems finding either size in the truck or bus tire section of Tire & Rim Association yearbook.

I do find ST235/85R16 LR-E in Special Trailer section rated at 3,640# @ 80 psi

and I do find an LT235/85R16 LR-E in Light Truck section rated at 3.415# @ 80

Could yo let us know what brand tires and where you found the 235/80R16 LR-E

Thanks

goodyear marathon, i got them from cerka trailer supply in milton ontario


http://www.amazon.com/ST235-GOODYEAR.../dp/B006UH6KGU


these are the tires i bought

[Tireman9]

Originally Posted by toslow

goodyear marathon, i got them from cerka trailer supply in milton ontario

Amazon.com: ST235/80R16 GOODYEAR MARATHON Radial Trailer Tire, Load Range E: Automotive

these are the tires i bought

OK So the tires were not 235/85R16 and 235/80R16 but actually ST235/85R16 LR-E and ST235/80R16 LR-E

It really does make a difference to know what the tire size really is when discussing changing tires and confirming load capacity.

Given this thread topic was LT vs ST and not commercial sizes I think you can understand my confusion.

[toslow]

Originally Posted by Tireman9

OK So the tires were not 235/85R16 and 235/80R16 but actually ST235/85R16 LR-E and ST235/80R16 LR-E

It really does make a difference to know what the tire size really is when discussing changing tires and confirming load capacity.

Given this thread topic was LT vs ST and not commercial sizes I think you can understand my confusion.

it probably is my fault, i'm sorry if i didn't explain myself clearly. the tires on the trailer now are LT235/85/16 . they are an "all country"

but you being a tireman, do you think i'll be ok with the change?

[Blackhat6mike]

Another recall on China Bombs. Recall notice from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. 15T009
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15T009
Synopsis : Shandong Jinyu Industrial Co. LTD, (Shandong) is recalling certain Jinyu YS78 and Evergreen ES89 AT tires, size LT225/75R16, manufactured April 1, 2011, to August 31, 2014 (DOT date codes 1611 through 4314). The affected tires may not be able to properly dissipate heat, and as a result, the tire belts may separate. If the tire belts separate, the tire may suddenly lose air, increasing the risk of a crash. The remedy for this recall is still under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Shandong customer service at 1-786-521-1296.