In a message dated 98-05-10 20:50:27 EDT, Jonyqest22@AOL.COM writes: << Anyway my question is do I need to go with the "D" load rating and the 8 ply sidewall, can I get away with something with a little less rating, is so h0w much less. >> Jon-- Technically you CAN use a C, I wouldn't. For a couple of bucks more, the "D"'s will take more air, and thus more weight. This is important: Folks tend to forget, the static weight of our loaded van is only one factor figuring load. When going around a curve, the leaning top-heaviness of our vans shifts a great deal of weight to the outboard tires, significantly increasing their loading above the static load. While this occurs in a regular car, like a Jetta or Passat, it is far more pronounced in our vans. Get the "D"s. gmbulley cary, nc |
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