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Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 11-09-2019, 03:08 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,996
Posted By Tireman9
I suggest you re-read the tire sidewall. It...

I suggest you re-read the tire sidewall. It probably says "Sidewall one ply Polyester, Tread one ply Polyester, 2 steel plus 1 nylon"
Since it is the air pressure that supports the load not the tire...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 11-08-2019, 04:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,996
Posted By Tireman9
Almost certain (better, sharper, closer pictures...

Almost certain (better, sharper, closer pictures would help with the analysis) this is a standard "Run Low Sidewall Flex" failure. Some of the tell tail signs are the nice 360 line around the...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 11-05-2019, 02:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,996
Posted By Tireman9
It's unlikely they will be outlawed given the...

It's unlikely they will be outlawed given the price sensitivity in the RV market. With so many folks buying when the quoted price is just a monthly amount that is so low they will always be...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 11-05-2019, 01:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,996
Posted By Tireman9
Correct. Another fact is that the load formula...

Correct. Another fact is that the load formula for ST tires is based on 65 mph MAX speed. Higher speeds can be achieved BUT there need to be adjustments in inflation or in Inflation and rated load...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 11-04-2019, 05:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,996
Posted By Tireman9
Some facts. - Until recently I believe all...

Some facts.

- Until recently I believe all ST type tires were made off-shore with most from China, This include the GY Marathons.
- Actual measurements (25,000+) of scale weights on each tire...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 11-04-2019, 12:52 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,996
Posted By Tireman9
In my blog I have some very technical posts,...

In my blog I have some very technical posts, specifically on Interply Shear (https://www.rvtiresafety.net/search/label/Interply%20Shear) which is the real belt separation initiator.


Pressure...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 11-03-2019, 03:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,996
Posted By Tireman9
Why do tires fail?

Tires fail from two basic causes.

Low air pressure
and/or
Long term degradation of the rubber usually from excess heat.

Low pressure (active leak from puncture or loose valve stem or valve ...
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