How much PSI when towing?

[UseYourBlinker]

What PSI shoud I run when towing a horse a trailer which all together is about 5,000 pounds? I am running 33's



Eric
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[pcorssmit]

I can hit about 35-36 psi max--but I guess you're probably talking tire pressure.

I'd say probably max pressure for the tire (around 35 psi?). 15" wheels?

Pete

'83 K5, 350 TBI (ex 6.2), 700R4, NP208, Dana 60/14 bolt, 4.56s, Detroits, 3" lift, 15-39.5x15 TSLs
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[UseYourBlinker]

Yea...33/12.5R15



Eric
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[83ZZ502_Jimmy]

I'd run 35psi if thats max... If you can go higher I'd run about 45-50. Remember, You'll need 10-15% tongue weight. roughly 500-700lbs. Be careful, thats a lot of weight on the tail end of a K5.

When in doubt, slow down, esp with a trailer. I'd also make sure your trailer brakes are working.

John

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