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CCCC · 09-23-2007, 01:07 PM

I am buying 7 new tires for C30 with big camper on chassis and, based on good info received on a previous thread, want to get size 235x85Rx16. These most likely will be going on later model (1997-8) dual wheels, the type with the separate outside ring between the lug nuts and the wheel.

However, still need some more experienced advice on 2 points.

1. Will this size (235x85Rx16) make the widest part of the dually tires on the rear too close together under load, causing them to touch and heat?

2. What success have you had with TOYO brand tires (load range "E") in these applications? Is there a much better brand?

Thanks, CCCC

**special-K** · 09-23-2007, 01:29 PM

1.I`ve never had a problem with dual 235/85s.

2.Never used Toyos,so no help there.

**Stocker** · 09-23-2007, 05:58 PM

We have run 235/85-16s (stock size, rear duals) on many trucks for many years in our fleet at work. No problems...

67_C-30 · 09-23-2007, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

1.I`ve never had a problem with dual 235/85s.

2.Never used Toyos,so no help there.

What Tim said. I have had some pretty good loads on my '69 Car Hauler -up to 4 tons on the bed- (the truck weighs 8200# by itself) and I've never rubbed my 235's.

09-23-2007, 01:07 PM	#1
CCCC Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Pedro River, SE Arizona Posts: 734	Advice on Rear Dual Tires I am buying 7 new tires for C30 with big camper on chassis and, based on good info received on a previous thread, want to get size 235x85Rx16. These most likely will be going on later model (1997-8) dual wheels, the type with the separate outside ring between the lug nuts and the wheel. However, still need some more experienced advice on 2 points. 1. Will this size (235x85Rx16) make the widest part of the dually tires on the rear too close together under load, causing them to touch and heat? 2. What success have you had with TOYO brand tires (load range "E") in these applications? Is there a much better brand? Thanks, CCCC __________________ CCCC 67 Sting Ray Coupe 327 4sp; 68 K10 Suburban 327 4sp; 69 K20 Lifted 383 4sp; 69 C80 Fire Truck 478 V6 5sp/2sp; 69 C20 Longhorn 327 4sp; 70 C30 Wrecker 350 4sp; 70 C30 Flat Bed 350 4sp; 71 C20 LWB 350 4sp; 72 K5 Blazer 350 4sp; 72 C30 Flat Bed Gooseneck Hauler with sleeper 350/TH400; 72 C20 Longhorn 402 4sp; 52 Mack LTL Supercharged Cummins 5sp x 3sp; 01 Dodge 5.9 HO Cummins 6spd; 02 Safari Trek 2430 8.1 Vortec on Workhorse Chassis; 03 Silverado 2500 HD 4wd Duramax/Allison Moved but still in the family 70 C20 Custom Camper 350/TH350; 72 K5 Blazer CST Highlander 350/TH350 Recently sent to new homes 72 C30 MoHome 402 4sp; 72 K5 Blazer Conv 350 4sp; 75 GMC 6000 Aerial 350 w Allison; 72 GMC 3500 Utility 350 4sp; 70 GMC 3500, 350 4sp

09-23-2007, 01:29 PM	#2
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: Advice on Rear Dual Tires 1.I`ve never had a problem with dual 235/85s. 2.Never used Toyos,so no help there. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-23-2007, 05:58 PM	#3
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,590	Re: Advice on Rear Dual Tires We have run 235/85-16s (stock size, rear duals) on many trucks for many years in our fleet at work. No problems... __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay Last edited by Stocker; 09-23-2007 at 05:59 PM.



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