5 Tire Rotation
5 Tire Rotation
The Pacifier
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Cloverdale, BC
So... what do you want to know?
If you have a diagram of a 5 tire rotation, and you have been thinking about doing it, first make sure that your 5th tire is the same size and load rating as the other 4. If they aren't, then don't do it.
What some people have done is gone out, bought 5 tires brand new, and a new full sized rim, and had all of them mounted. When it comes time for a rotation, they swap out the "spare" which just happens to match. No need to worry about that little donut spare blowing up because of overload or overspeed.
What happens with a 5 tire rotation is tire wear is spread over 5 tires instead of 4, which "mathematically" should give you about 20% more tire life. The kicker is that you have to be consistant about it. While one tire is sitting in the trunk, the other 4 are getting worn out.
Something you should keep in mind. If you get a flat, get it fixed asap. And take the spare off. Having that 5th tire in rotation longer than the other 4 will do funky things. If the tire wasn't repairable, buy a matching pair of tires, and put them on the same axle. Then rotate the other 2 with the 5th after that.
If you have a diagram of a 5 tire rotation, and you have been thinking about doing it, first make sure that your 5th tire is the same size and load rating as the other 4. If they aren't, then don't do it.
What some people have done is gone out, bought 5 tires brand new, and a new full sized rim, and had all of them mounted. When it comes time for a rotation, they swap out the "spare" which just happens to match. No need to worry about that little donut spare blowing up because of overload or overspeed.
What happens with a 5 tire rotation is tire wear is spread over 5 tires instead of 4, which "mathematically" should give you about 20% more tire life. The kicker is that you have to be consistant about it. While one tire is sitting in the trunk, the other 4 are getting worn out.
Something you should keep in mind. If you get a flat, get it fixed asap. And take the spare off. Having that 5th tire in rotation longer than the other 4 will do funky things. If the tire wasn't repairable, buy a matching pair of tires, and put them on the same axle. Then rotate the other 2 with the 5th after that.
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What do I want to know? Try rereading my post. I am looking for a diagram. Just a diagram. I hate it when I am browsing forums and someone spews forth a bunch of info that the original poster obviously already knows without providing what the person is looking for. Why would I be asking if I didn't have a matching spare?
Does anybody have a diagram they can post or send me?
Thanks!
-IKE
Does anybody have a diagram they can post or send me?
Thanks!
-IKE
Cargo Master
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From: Elk River, MN
http://gworobec.users.50megs.com/tires.html
I see you are a new user, but I feel the need to mention that users of this sight are usually a tad bit more polite to each other.
I see you are a new user, but I feel the need to mention that users of this sight are usually a tad bit more polite to each other.
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From: Central IN
ranger pat
I think that tire rotation pattern for radials may be out of date. I believe now they do recommend switching radials from side to side also. My 94 Ranger manual shows to cross the tires every other rotation. My Ranger came with radials.
I think that tire rotation pattern for radials may be out of date. I believe now they do recommend switching radials from side to side also. My 94 Ranger manual shows to cross the tires every other rotation. My Ranger came with radials.
The Pacifier
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Cloverdale, BC
Okay, Ike. Sorry I misread your post.
click here: http://www.vanagon.com/syncros/technica/tire-rotation/
The diagram you want is in the middle. Now, I know the spare is in the front of the vehicle, but just imagine it's in the rear.
Hope that helps.
click here: http://www.vanagon.com/syncros/technica/tire-rotation/
The diagram you want is in the middle. Now, I know the spare is in the front of the vehicle, but just imagine it's in the rear.
Hope that helps.
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