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Originally Posted by fjrmann
check this:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tirete....jsp?techid=35
you are looking @ 111# load carrying difference between the goodyear over bridgestone and speed ratings of h rated = 130MPH vs w rated 168 MPH.
so the goodyears allow you to carry a little more weight slower, the bridgestones allow you to carry less weight faster |
Ah thanks for that info! I later checked with the guys at Tirerack and they said that the load ratings are fine based on the gross vehicle weight (including passengers and cargo). Turns out that the load rating is still about 400 lbs. over the acceptable load per tire so I went ahead and ordered a set. They're back-ordered at the time being so I should have some time to ponder it further. I guess the tipping point may be if I ever decide to tow a boat or something with a tongue weight greater than 800 or so pounds but given the fact I have no hitch that does not seem likely.