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Title: 50 PSI on the trailer tongue: Is this max or recommended?
Post by: ron on May 04, 2015, 09:06:24 PM
[p]So on my 14DBS I am running 40psi in the 4 tires.  Should I be at 50?  Geez, that just seems like a lot......[/p][p]
[/p][p]And, does anyone have a good link to trailer tire theory?  RE: at my 40psi they look almost over inflated.  It looks like the middle three ridges [ all of the same design] stick 1/8" higher than the two outer ridges, of a slightly different design.  Maybe they are intended to look like the middle ridges are higher?   [/p][p]
[/p][p]Thanks, r[/p]
Title: 50 PSI on the trailer tongue: Is this max or recommended?
Post by: mitch on May 04, 2015, 11:16:45 PM
It does seem high but I've always followed the manufacturers guidance on this.  Your question did prompt me to do a quick search and I found this


[a href="https://www.etrailer.com/faq-trailer-tire-frequently-asked-questions.aspx"]TIRE PRESSURE


A[/a]lso read an article that states higher pressure reduces tire movement and thus reduces sway.
Title: 50 PSI on the trailer tongue: Is this max or recommended?
Post by: craigd on May 04, 2015, 11:24:33 PM
Thanks for the link Mitch a lot of great info there. etrailer.com has a lot of great info and very helpful video's too.
Title: 50 PSI on the trailer tongue: Is this max or recommended?
Post by: bobbie56 on May 04, 2015, 11:31:46 PM
You will find the pressure to set the tires to on the GAWR sticker on the side of the hitch frame at the front. Use that pressure.
Title: 50 PSI on the trailer tongue: Is this max or recommended?
Post by: ron on May 06, 2015, 08:03:06 PM
50 psi it will be, thanks to all who provided input, especially Mitch with the good link.

Lots of fun this RV learning curve.

Safe camping !!!
Title: 50 PSI on the trailer tongue: Is this max or recommended?
Post by: mitch on May 06, 2015, 11:13:44 PM
Safe camping always starts with safe driving! Enjoy!