Notices
1999 - 2016 Super Duty 1999 to 2016 Ford F250, F350, F450 and F550 Super Duty with diesel V8 and gas V8 and V10 engines
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Real Truck

Question about tire load rang?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 14, 2009 | 09:08 PM
  #16  
AzBlueWolf's Avatar
AzBlueWolf
Post Fiend
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 10,418
Likes: 0
From: SpringHill,Fl
Originally Posted by bpounds
Yes - tire dealers. I suppose you buy yours at the pharmacy?
no tires... just rubbers...


Originally Posted by weekendwarriorfsw32
I get my tires for free there
well...free is an excellent reason to go there...
 
Reply
Old May 14, 2009 | 10:28 PM
  #17  
OverEngineer's Avatar
OverEngineer
Senior User
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 282
Likes: 1
From: Quad Cities, Iowa
One thing to keep in mind. The load rating letter designates the number of plys in the sidewall. More plys should hold more weight due to a higher pressure. Once you get into oversized tires it gets trickier.

IE: a 40x13.5 E carrys almost two thousand pounds less than a 39x18 D


I have always stuck with the E load rating and run the pressure at the high end. I like to keep the wear down and the fuel milage up (to 10)
 
Reply
Old May 14, 2009 | 10:29 PM
  #18  
OverEngineer's Avatar
OverEngineer
Senior User
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 282
Likes: 1
From: Quad Cities, Iowa
Originally Posted by azbluewolf
no tires... Just rubbers...




well...free is an excellent reason to go there...
i love your avitar
 
Reply
Old May 15, 2009 | 01:10 AM
  #19  
weekendwarriorfsw32's Avatar
weekendwarriorfsw32
Thread Starter
|
Master of Strokes
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 6,808
Likes: 25
From: CA
Club FTE Silver Member

Question. At school tomorrow I need to move a cat gen set around the school is this a bad idea with the tires I have. It won't be over 1/2 a mile
 
Reply
Old May 15, 2009 | 09:47 AM
  #20  
bpounds's Avatar
bpounds
Hotshot
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 17,400
Likes: 319
From: Whittier, CA
Originally Posted by weekendwarriorfsw32
Question. At school tomorrow I need to move a cat gen set around the school is this a bad idea with the tires I have. It won't be over 1/2 a mile
It's probably a bad idea to delay getting back to the tire dealer to complain and make them make it right. But as far as safety, driving a half mile at 25 mph or less would not worry me in the least. Of course, that's without knowing the weight of the genset, or seeing the bulge in the sidewalls.
 
Reply
Old May 15, 2009 | 01:34 PM
  #21  
weekendwarriorfsw32's Avatar
weekendwarriorfsw32
Thread Starter
|
Master of Strokes
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 6,808
Likes: 25
From: CA
Club FTE Silver Member

Originally Posted by bpounds
It's probably a bad idea to delay getting back to the tire dealer to complain and make them make it right. But as far as safety, driving a half mile at 25 mph or less would not worry me in the least. Of course, that's without knowing the weight of the genset, or seeing the bulge in the sidewalls.
I already went back to them and they already ordered me new tires that I am going to go get today!
 
Reply
Old May 15, 2009 | 06:19 PM
  #22  
Dually TAS's Avatar
Dually TAS
Senior User
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 145
Likes: 0
From: Glendale, Az
Originally Posted by weekendwarriorfsw32
I already went back to them and they already ordered me new tires that I am going to go get today!

Great news. How did they explain the screw up?
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
dhoff024
2015 - 2020 F150
6
Jan 12, 2017 07:59 PM
Ziob
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
12
Nov 24, 2016 08:58 AM
eagle275
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
11
Jul 10, 2015 10:52 AM
ddivinia
Excursion - King of SUVs
25
Dec 26, 2012 07:10 PM
powerstoked!
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
6
Jun 24, 2010 07:06 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:31 AM.

story-0
10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

Slideshow: 10 ways Ford is losing to the competition

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-15 09:52:01


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

Some great targets in today's expensive world.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-15 09:35:19


VIEW MORE
story-2
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-4
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-6
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-9
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE