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Old Jun 23, 2013 | 05:11 AM
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Help!

I know it's early, but if anyone has any ideas let me know.

I'm on my way to the Ohio truck meet, cruising 65-70 mph and when I correct my steer any amount it feels like my back end is floating. I pulled over and checked each tire. No movement, and they don't look low on air.

I just had a new tire put on the right rear. Could that affect the drive?

Again, this is urgent because I'm currently driving, and I'm a bit worried. Thanks to anyone who can help this early!
 
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Old Jun 23, 2013 | 07:04 AM
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Is the new tire the same size and profile as the others? How many mile are on the other tires?

I had a similar experience years ago when I had passenger car tires put on my old Suburban. The sidewalls were too soft for a truck and squirmed, especially when loaded.
 
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It is the same size and profile as the others, with the same max weight rating. With similar tread depth also.
 
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Old Jun 23, 2013 | 09:03 AM
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New tires often seem "floaty" until they wear in a bit. Many have mentioned that same feeling.

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Old Jun 23, 2013 | 12:31 PM
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do you have too much pressure in the tires?

that can cause squirrely issues as well
 
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Well, it didn't feel like I was going to lose control or anything, but it was a feeling that wasn't there before, so I was concerned. I'll let it break in some and see how it goes. I'll check the pressure when I have a chance too. Thanks!
 
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