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Forum: Modifications and Updates 06-08-2018, 06:53 PM
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Posted By Druff
When we had our Chateau on the E450 chassis I...

When we had our Chateau on the E450 chassis I looked up the Dana axle # and it was rated for 11,000 lbs. So the tires are definitely a weak point that it is rated at 9,600. I had also added helper...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-27-2018, 04:55 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
If I would have known that I probably would have...

If I would have known that I probably would have gone to the heavier 16" tires myself instead of the 17.5s. my concern was that I was at the very limit with the LT tires. Another 400-500 lb rating...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-27-2018, 11:42 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
Just looked up the Nexan tires on Tirerack and...

Just looked up the Nexan tires on Tirerack and they only have the same 2680 lb rating as the rest of tires that size.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-27-2018, 10:51 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
If that is the load rating that would be far...

If that is the load rating that would be far cheaper than the 17.5 conversion. I have heard of Nexan tires, and tires from Korea are far better than the ones from China. Much better quality control...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-13-2018, 11:39 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
I will say that a DP is not for the faint of...

I will say that a DP is not for the faint of heart or if you have a light pocket book. Since buying it we have put close to 10k into it. It had a lot of maintenance that I had to take care of,...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-12-2018, 06:43 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
The new wheels and tires were awesome for our...

The new wheels and tires were awesome for our trip to Florida this winter. It just happens that while there we came across this beauty and bought it. No more weight problem now. Went back 10 yrs...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-04-2017, 11:59 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
Just got to campground 95 miles away and...

Just got to campground 95 miles away and everything rode and drove perfect. It was nice to drive with some peace of mind.

The hand holes are 2" dia. I am using the valve extensions that came...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-03-2017, 12:29 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
Yeah, the wheels look to have a pretty nice paint...

Yeah, the wheels look to have a pretty nice paint job. I believe they are actually powder coated, so should last a while. That's why I am hesitant to repaint them as my paint job may not last as...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-02-2017, 09:47 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
And the front.

And the front.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-02-2017, 09:42 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
Finally got my wheels and tires today. I was...

Finally got my wheels and tires today. I was going to paint them but decided to just put them on instead. I will look at them for a while, I can always mask them off and paint the outsides.

We...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-30-2017, 09:49 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
I don't think 1" difference is 163%, I think you...

I don't think 1" difference is 163%, I think you meant 16%. Still will have a lot more sidewall than most new cars today. The 17.5 tires are still a 75 series sidewall, most cars today are closer...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-29-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
Key to that statement is properly loaded. That...

Key to that statement is properly loaded. That is the whole problem with LT tires on rv"s is that the tires are overloaded and overheated all the time. Its not like on a pickup truck that you go to...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-28-2017, 02:55 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
Blw2, can I ask which side you had the blown...

Blw2, can I ask which side you had the blown tire? From what I heard the one that usually goes is the back on the passenger side. I guess its from the heat of the exhaust running right there.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-28-2017, 01:24 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
A good tire should last 8-10 yrs. That is the...

A good tire should last 8-10 yrs. That is the issue with the LT rated 16" stock tires, everything I here is they give out after only 2-3-4 years. That is why the investment of the 17.5 seems...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-28-2017, 10:22 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
I am hoping the tire life negates the extra per...

I am hoping the tire life negates the extra per tire price. Nowadays with tire install price about 1/3 of the total cost, longer life tires pay off fast.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-27-2017, 10:37 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
80 psi is what I am running now so they won't be...

80 psi is what I am running now so they won't be any harder than the 16" tires. Generally handling will improve because there will be significantly less side wall flex on the 17.5 tires.

On my...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-27-2017, 09:43 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
Per Hankook's tire chart, at 80 psi the tire is...

Per Hankook's tire chart, at 80 psi the tire is still rated at 3198 lbs each on duels. That is min recommended pressure. I'm not to worried about the axle, I am only 100-200 lbs overweight. I have...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-27-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
The covers that are coming are just center hub...

The covers that are coming are just center hub covers, they just cover hub and lugs. They told me the valve stems will be accessible. Here is there picture.

...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-27-2017, 05:21 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
I bought 7 wheels and 6 tires. They will come...

I bought 7 wheels and 6 tires. They will come all mounted and balanced. I will put them on myself in my business shop with the help of an employee. We have Freightliner trucks so we have all the...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-27-2017, 01:44 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
I got a call yesterday saying that my wheels were...

I got a call yesterday saying that my wheels were shipping so maybe by the end of week.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-23-2017, 09:55 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
Yes, pretty much all brands of 30' plus class C's...

Yes, pretty much all brands of 30' plus class C's are within 700-800 lbs of fully loaded when they leave the factory. Once you put fuel, stuff and people in them they are all overloaded. We looked...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-23-2017, 09:13 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
I went with Hankook AH11 tires load range G. ...

I went with Hankook AH11 tires load range G. That gives a weight rating of around 3,500 lbs a tire. It's a 14 ply tire with a full steel sidewall. The 16's are 10 ply with steel belts.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-23-2017, 09:09 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
We have the E450 which comes with 16" light truck...

We have the E450 which comes with 16" light truck tires. By going to the 17.5 wheels you can get a commercial tire, like what's on a super C or a class A. It's all about the weight rating. The 16"...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-23-2017, 08:11 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 39,525
Posted By Druff
17.5 wheels & tires for class C

17.5 wheel and tire upgrade for class C. Just wondering if anyone else has done this install yet. I ordered and paid for the set of wheels and tires from Rickson Truck Wheels on Aug 23 and still...
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