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Tractorhauler
09-11-2013, 11:06
I just purchased a C4500 GMC to tow our Heavy Toy Hauler with. It needs new 19.5 tires. I always used Michelin LTS/MS 10 ply on my HD 2500 and loved them. What is the best tires to use on this C4500?

Thanks in advance.

Mark

rustyk
09-11-2013, 15:39
I have Bridgestone 8x19.5s on my motorhome rear axle (16,000 lbs). Very pleased.

Inspector
09-12-2013, 08:18
I put a set of Toyo 245 70R 19.5 M143s on my C5500 last spring and couldn't be happier. They are H rated and I also had the Counteract balance beads installed at that time. Drives as smooth as glass.
Denny

Tractorhauler
09-12-2013, 08:26
What are 'counteract balance beads'

Inspector
09-12-2013, 12:28
It is an internal balancing system. Basically a packet of beads that are tossed in at the time the tire is mounted to the wheel. No external weights. Trucking companies use the system on their tractors.
Google Counteract Balancing
Denny