Lourdes Amil

Jeep Parts - Tire Information



Posted: Thursday, July 22, 2010

by Lourdes Amil
http://www.jeep4x4center.com

In order for you to get around town you need your Tires. One of the most important Jeep Parts that often times goes ignored. Here we are going to discuss Radial Tires and Bias-Ply Tires. Radials are probably the most common tires made tires and sold. They are made by Mickey Thompson, Pro Comp, Nitto, TSL, Dick Cepek and many other manufacturers for Jeeps. These tires can all terrain, aggressive Tread Design, Mud Terrain, Off Road, and many other designs to satisfy the Jeep owners need. This is the Jeep Part you need to maintain the least and one that gives you back every day.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides a Tire Safety Checklist that included Tips and Safety Advise. The checklist includes Tire Pressure, Tire Inspections, Vehicle Weight, Tire Temperature and Towing. The NHTSA also has UTQG (Uniform Tire Quality Grading) system on their site. The UTQG provides you with information to check the rating on your tires for Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature. The ratings are assigned by the manufacturers based on the test they perform or on the testing performed by independent companies they hire. Every tire that is sold in the United States must achieve a"C" rating, this rating indicates that the tire can withstand speeds of 85 MPH.

What does all the numbers and letters on the side mean?

Example: P235/75 R15

P Stands for Tire Type in this case and most cases "Passenger"

235 This the Tire Width

75 This is the size of the tire from the Bead to the Tread

R This the Tire Construction in this case "R" means Radial

15 This is the Rim Size

Radial tires are made of polyester and steel plies that overlap to form a very sturdy and resistant surface. The Bias-Ply tires have a criss/crossing, this crisscross design gives the tire strength in both directions. Bias-Ply tires are made of nylon and are extremely strong and weight bearing.

In conclusion the way you treat your tires, your tires will treat you. Selecting the right tires for your Jeep will be the most important decision you make. Once you have selected the tires that fit your needs and lifestyle you have to maintain them. Maintaining your tires is simple, Air Pressure, Tire Rotation and Visual Inspection will keep you on the right track, extend the life and keep you safe .

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