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Hi, I need to replace my RV's tires, 7.50R16 on right now, with 235/85R/16 but since they have a wider section width rubbing would a problem. Does anyone knows if placing spacers between the back rims is safe? Thank you. | |||
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 3/19 |
It would be iladvised. Would change loading of bearings. For our MINI, Discount Tire beat the best price I could find online. They have also given me excellent customer service with fast, free flat repair, free rotation, etc. | |||
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 2/10 |
Hi Christian You didn't say what your're driving but on our 77 20 ft we have 235/85R 16s which have worked just fine. Regards Bud 1993 Breakaway 36ft & 1977 20 ft Spartan: air ride and brakes & P32(?) Cummins: 8.3 litre 250hp, PACBrake Allison 3060 (6 spd) Front entry, side hallway 7.5 kw diesel gen. 1999 2dr Tracker 4X4 5spd, SMI Braking system | |||
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5/10 |
We have 235/85R/16 on the steers but went with 215/85R/16 because the 235s did rub. 1999 Bluebird Custom 33' 8.3 Cummins diesel pusher Former owner 1989 Barth Regal 25' | |||
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ooops my bad, 215s on the steers too 1999 Bluebird Custom 33' 8.3 Cummins diesel pusher Former owner 1989 Barth Regal 25' | |||
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Hi Bud; yes, you are right, I should have mentioned my RV which is a 1994 Itasca Passage on a P30 chassis, with a 454, 7.2 Liter Chevy engine. The inside of the wheel measures 6" Appreciate your taking the time to reply. Christian.
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I did consider the 215/85R16 but the smaller diameter would affect the gas mileage which is important when the engine is a 454. Thank you for your help. Christian.
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| 2/10 |
Hi Christian Ours too is a P30 but as you can see a "tad" older (more experienced). I do not know what the wheel measurements are but the original tire spec was for a 7.50 X 16. Regards Bud 1993 Breakaway 36ft & 1977 20 ft Spartan: air ride and brakes & P32(?) Cummins: 8.3 litre 250hp, PACBrake Allison 3060 (6 spd) Front entry, side hallway 7.5 kw diesel gen. 1999 2dr Tracker 4X4 5spd, SMI Braking system | |||
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Hi Bud, I found out that the 7.50R16's on the RV have a section width of 9.2" so, the 235/85R16 should not be a problem as far as rubbing, besides, I think they are better tires and less expensive. Thank you again Bud. Have a great day everyday! Christian.
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