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pud2 · 10-17-2007, 01:07 PM

Steve
I understand the numbers. At 3042x4=12,168. I have a weight of 11,060 on the axles and i have 6,000 lb rated axles. I know the 3042 would be sufficient but is getting close to max rating and if more weight was to be added it would even be closer. What i don't understand is if these numbers are as is why would keystone put on a higher rated tire? The other thing is after doing research and reading on tires i understand that the ST tire is made different to withstand different loads verses the LT tire. Also after looking at the specs for a 3670 on Montana's web site it has 235/8516R size listed and they have 235/80R16 size on the sticker on my RV. Know i am REALLY GETTING CONFUSED. I know experience is a big part of making a decision on things but i also know when it comes down to a legal matter all that matters are the facts and what should have been.

10-17-2007, 01:07 PM	#13
pud2 Montana Fan Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Zachary Posts: 324 M.O.C. #4142	Steve I understand the numbers. At 3042x4=12,168. I have a weight of 11,060 on the axles and i have 6,000 lb rated axles. I know the 3042 would be sufficient but is getting close to max rating and if more weight was to be added it would even be closer. What i don't understand is if these numbers are as is why would keystone put on a higher rated tire? The other thing is after doing research and reading on tires i understand that the ST tire is made different to withstand different loads verses the LT tire. Also after looking at the specs for a 3670 on Montana's web site it has 235/8516R size listed and they have 235/80R16 size on the sticker on my RV. Know i am REALLY GETTING CONFUSED. I know experience is a big part of making a decision on things but i also know when it comes down to a legal matter all that matters are the facts and what should have been.