Load Range C tires
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Load Range C tires
I just found out today my truck has Load Range C tires on it. 2714 lbs per tire I think it was.
Would it be OK with these or should I be looking at new tires?
Would it be OK with these or should I be looking at new tires?
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load range C isn't a great idea on our trucks......go with at least a D range, E if you tow often. If you don't tow, there are plenty of good D range tires that will do the job just fine, I have D range on mine, and tow a few times a year, but nothing more then 7000lbs, no problems here.
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You guys should note that he's refering to an earlier F250. Weight ratings have gone up significantly since those days.
On wikipedia, I found this.
F-250: 3/4 ton (6,600 GVWR max)
F-250 HD: 1994-1997 Heavy Duty 3/4 ton (9,000 GVWR max)
If this info is accurate, he's got nothing to worry about. Check the sticker on your truck to verify your GVWR is in this range.
On wikipedia, I found this.
F-250: 3/4 ton (6,600 GVWR max)
F-250 HD: 1994-1997 Heavy Duty 3/4 ton (9,000 GVWR max)
If this info is accurate, he's got nothing to worry about. Check the sticker on your truck to verify your GVWR is in this range.
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the larger the load letter the heavier the sidewalls are and the greater resistance to sway just like lower profile i found on 03 that fully loaded bed or truck camper load d geolander were quite marginal
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I agree. Load range D would be the minimum, but for the extra money load range E is the way to go. I've got load range Ds on my Dakota. I wouldn't want to go with Cs on a larger truck.
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Was this a used truck you bought and it came with C's. If it is a F-250 I belive law requires a minimum D load range. May be diffrent in your state though. Like everyone else has said you can get away with C if you dont tow but I would go with a D range IMO.
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my theory is.......why let a blowout endanger your life or your family's life, and change your mind later about D or E range. I'd get the C's off your truck pronto if I was you! Safety should be the major concern 