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12-29-2018, 04:13 PM #21
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MidwestCamper
Jim & Dawn
Near Milford, Michigan
2017 Imagine 2600RB
2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4x4
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12-29-2018, 04:27 PM #22
Hi Jim,
The only pressure information is on the label and I would assume this is what correlates to the 8200 lb GVWR. The empty truck is about 5800 lbs. The label pressures are 55 front and 60 rear for the LT E spec tires. I take these down to 50 all round when travelling at near empty and I go to 60 front and 70 rear when towing. I could probably go lower when empty, but the "everyday" ride is quite acceptable at 50 all round. I replaced the tires at 80,000 miles and had even tread depth across all four tires . . . no indication of running over/under correct pressure.
I will be really interested in your before/after towing experience with the new tires!
RobCate & Rob
2015 Reflection 303RLS
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12-29-2018, 04:34 PM #23
Jim,
This is so true! I always loosen and re-torque after a dealer tire rotation. I have checked torques (in the increasing direction) and found them to be all over the map. To make the "Torque Stick" work, the installer has to hit every lug nut only once. Inevitably, he double checks one or two or more. This second hit drives these lug nuts way over spec torque.
RobCate & Rob
2015 Reflection 303RLS
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12-29-2018, 05:03 PM #24
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Rob,
With my Imagine at 940lbs tongue weight my truck axles with a full water tank on the Imagine are at 3240 for the front and 3520 for the rear. I have made some adjustments to the hitch where most likely I'm much closer to being balanced between the front and rear axles. Will need to head to the scales again in the spring.
I will be using the load tables but will most likely be leaning toward a 50 front and 60 rear for my towing to gain the benefit of the stiffer side wall. I will also be monitoring tire wear.Last edited by MidwestCamper; 12-30-2018 at 07:33 AM.
MidwestCamper
Jim & Dawn
Near Milford, Michigan
2017 Imagine 2600RB
2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4x4
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12-30-2018, 06:39 AM #25
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I'm wondering if the sidewalls on the Michelins are more forgiving than the BFG ATs I was running on my half ton. They were nothing short of terrible as far as ride quality goes.
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12-30-2018, 07:01 AM #26
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My situation is not what yours is as I have always run 3/4 ton and one ton trucks but I will say the LT E rated Michelin Defender is a great tire. I’m running them on my F-350. Good luck!
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12-30-2018, 07:14 AM #27
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12-30-2018, 07:27 AM #28
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12-30-2018, 07:37 AM #29
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Last edited by MidwestCamper; 12-30-2018 at 07:46 AM.
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Jim & Dawn
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12-30-2018, 08:33 AM #30
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I went from P rated BF Goodrich Rugged Trails to Michelin LTX in LRE and I didn't find much difference in towing stability though. Thought it was just memory playing tricks on me but in the last couple of days had to bring the 297 home to do some mods and towed with P rated Toyo GS5 Winter tires and again didn't notice a difference with towing stability. I would have thought that brand new winter tires would have been a less stable for sure but seemed fine. I have them aired up to 33 PSI per the door sticker and the LT's to 55 per Michelin. I need to replace the Michelin's in the spring before we go to Florida for a couple of weeks and not sure the LT are worth the extra money as stability doesn't seem to make a difference. Tire shop suggested some Laufen P-rated tires as they have a higher than normal load capacity. Had not heard of Laufen before.
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