Should Tires be Inflated to Max PSI?
Question:
I have a small trailer , with 5.3 × 12 bias ply tires , trailer is pulled behind a motorcycle. Empty weight is 190 lbs. Cargo weight is about 125 lbs. Max tire pressure is listed at 80 p.s.i. what pressure should I run these tires at.
asked by: Scott T
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Expert Reply:
On any trailer tire you always want to inflate the tire to the maximum cold psi, which on your tire is 80.
Doing this will give you the best performance, allowing the tire to wear more slowly and give you optimum gas mileage.
expert reply by:
Kyle S
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Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 175/80-13
- 13 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Kenda
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