Tire Temperatures, what's too hot?

Tire Temperatures, what's too hot?

01-04-2006, 06:08 AM

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Tire Temperatures, what's too hot?

What is considered too hot of a temperature for trailer tires? I check my pressure prior to each trip (and check lug nut torque). I will give the tire sidewalls and tread a "feel" and figure that if I can't touch either for more than 2 to 5 seconds, then it's too hot. I figure that's about 150 - 160 degrees F. Sometimes I can smell them slightly, but it's not a burning rubber smell, just a distinct rubber smell like a new tire. Any suggestions?

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