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Old 07-23-2001, 04:34 PM   #1
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Proper Tires? I have been doing a little research on Michelin tires. My 86 has a new set of tires. However they are all G rated. Most dealers including Michelin's web site do not list an H tire in the 11R24.5. Michelin does make a 16 ply tire, however it listed for off road, and can be used on the steering axle. I've looked at this tire and it is not bad looking. I believe that their letter designation for this tire is XZE. Has anyone had any personnel experience running this tire on the front steering axle?
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From your description of this as an off road tire, it may have a reduced maximum speed rating, perhaps 55 mph. If so, we would not recommend using it for operation at normal interstate speeds. In addition, your 1986 may be light enough to run load range G tires. According to Michelin, this tire will carry a maximum front axle weight of 12,860 lb. @ 100 psi. If your front axle weight exceeds 12,860 lb., you will need a load range H tire. You may wish to consider the Bridgestone R293. The load range H Bridgestone R293 is rated to carry a front axle weight of up to 14,060 lb. @ 120 psi.
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This is great information as I've been wondering the same thing. Thanks for posting this.
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Old 02-05-2006, 05:36 PM   #4
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What year did newell go to a 24.5
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When Newell went to the 8v92 Detroit Diesel on some coaches in 1985, those had 24.5 tires. If you have an original 8v92, your coach came with the 24.5" wheels and tires. H rated.
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Does anybody know where I can find a list that shows tire ratings?
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