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Where the rubber meets the road!
Your tire footprint or the small surface of your tire that
actually meets the road is roughly 4x6 in size (Of course depending on the
inflation). This is the only connection between your RV and the pavement.
Considering this, the footprint is quite small in comparison
to the RV, yet this footprint is responsible for sending you down the road at
various speeds with various weight. If your RV tires are improperly inflated,
it can actually reduce the size of your footprint and affect the performance of
your vehicle. Remember, your RV is not like a car or truck. It contains a lot
of weight and it is much taller requiring even better traction to keep it
moving safely.
The best air pressure for each tire is determined by the
weight it is carrying. This ideal inflation will give you the best traction on
the road.
How to inflate
properly:
1. Find the gross vehicle weight and the axle
weight on the Certification label of your RV usually on the side near the
fender. Record those weights.
2. Load up your RV with water and belongings.
3. Then go weigh your rig.
4. Use your Scale ticket to validate the
weights versus the maximums on your vehicle. Locate the load and proper
inflation tables for your tires on the certification label or in your owner’s
manual.
5. Determine your tire pressures from the
tables.
6. Finally, inflate your tires to the correct
pressure and you’re on the road!
Author: R.C. Norman
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