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{ "forumId": 39876, "postTypeId": 1, "postType": "Forum", "forumTitle": "super singles pulling hopper?", "forumContent": "I'm curious to know if super singles are working for trucks pulling hoppers through feed lots, cattle yards, slime pits, etc. I'd like to put them on my truck but I'm concerned about traction in some situations. Anybody have an opinion?", "forumContentHtml": "I'm curious to know if super singles are working for trucks pulling hoppers through feed lots, cattle yards, slime pits, etc. I'd like to put them on my truck but I'm concerned about traction in some situations. Anybody have an opinion?", "thumbUrl": "", "dateAdded": "2015-03-25T22:56:31Z", "lastPost": "2015-04-05T15:29:02Z", "views": 11604, "likes": 3, "dislikes": 0, "messageCount": 28, "premiumOnly": 0, "isfeatured": 0, "showInDays": -100, "showDate": "", "forumLink": "", "youtubeVideoId": "", "approved": 1, "active": 1, "alias": "super-singles-pulling-hopper", "forumUrl": "https://www.bulkloads.com/forum/super-singles-pulling-hopper/", "userId": 11951, "firstName": "RANDY", "lastName": "WULF", "companyName": "RAW ENTERPRISES L.L.C.", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "DELL RAPIDS", "state": "SD", "userCommentCount": 5, "userLikes": 0, "replies": [ { "replyId": 31042, "content": "ive been running then for a year now, cant realy complain about then, alot of people told me id hate them but i havvent found a reason to go back to duals yet", "contentHtml": "ive been running then for a year now, cant realy complain about then, alot of people told me id hate them but i havvent found a reason to go back to duals yet", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-05-13", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T01:31:38Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 11063, "firstName": "Brennan", "lastName": "Miller", "companyName": "NORTHLAND TRANSPORT", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Bad Axe", "state": "MI", "userCommentCount": 26, "userLikes": 9, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31043, "content": "Hi, we have a farm truck with super singles on it. It did good in the field last fall, but if the cornstaulks were wet, i has more trouble. The biggest concern is blowing out 1 of them. I just recently saw that happen in New York and it took out the rim also. Just something to thing about. They are supposed to be 600 lbs. lighter.", "contentHtml": "Hi, we have a farm truck with super singles on it. It did good in the field last fall, but if the cornstaulks were wet, i has more trouble. The biggest concern is blowing out 1 of them. I just recently saw that happen in New York and it took out the rim also. Just something to thing about. They are supposed to be 600 lbs. lighter.", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2014-03-24", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T01:35:37Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 14214, "firstName": "KURT", "lastName": "LOWENBERG", "companyName": "LOWENBERG FARM INC", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "HEDRICK", "state": "IA", "userCommentCount": 9, "userLikes": 1, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31044, "content": "Ya I saved 500 lbs and they seem to wear better", "contentHtml": "Ya I saved 500 lbs and they seem to wear better", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-05-13", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T01:37:23Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 11063, "firstName": "Brennan", "lastName": "Miller", "companyName": "NORTHLAND TRANSPORT", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Bad Axe", "state": "MI", "userCommentCount": 26, "userLikes": 9, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31046, "content": "So, if i would change from 8 steel rims, to super singles, its 500 lbs. Might be worth it in a years time of extra weight.", "contentHtml": "So, if i would change from 8 steel rims, to super singles, its 500 lbs. Might be worth it in a years time of extra weight.", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2014-03-24", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T01:40:34Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 14214, "firstName": "KURT", "lastName": "LOWENBERG", "companyName": "LOWENBERG FARM INC", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "HEDRICK", "state": "IA", "userCommentCount": 9, "userLikes": 1, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31047, "content": "I had all aluminum duals", "contentHtml": "I had all aluminum duals", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-05-13", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T01:41:45Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 11063, "firstName": "Brennan", "lastName": "Miller", "companyName": "NORTHLAND TRANSPORT", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Bad Axe", "state": "MI", "userCommentCount": 26, "userLikes": 9, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31048, "content": "I really appreciate the input.... So the benefits out way the potential hassle? There is noticeable financial gain?", "contentHtml": "I really appreciate the input.... So the benefits out way the potential hassle? There is noticeable financial gain?", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-08-25", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T01:51:00Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 11951, "firstName": "RANDY", "lastName": "WULF", "companyName": "RAW ENTERPRISES L.L.C.", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "DELL RAPIDS", "state": "SD", "userCommentCount": 5, "userLikes": 0, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31050, "content": "sorry i had steel inners, but i think so they seem to be holding up good . we run the 445 michelin xdn2 i believe their called. i like them for the weight difference. doesnt seem like much but every little bit adds up", "contentHtml": "sorry i had steel inners, but i think so they seem to be holding up good . we run the 445 michelin xdn2 i believe their called. i like them for the weight difference. doesnt seem like much but every little bit adds up", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-05-13", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T01:57:48Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 11063, "firstName": "Brennan", "lastName": "Miller", "companyName": "NORTHLAND TRANSPORT", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Bad Axe", "state": "MI", "userCommentCount": 26, "userLikes": 9, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31051, "content": "One thing to remember with super singles is when you have a flat tire you can't limp it to the next town for repair. You are sitting there waiting for a repair truck. If you are traveling long distances in less populated areas you could put yourself in a bind. With duals you at least may have a chance that only one will blow and you can limp it along. Repair shops also seem to like it when out of towners come needing repairs. Just something to think about. If you travel close to home or more populated areas where there are frequent towns you shouldn't have a problem getting service.\n \n", "contentHtml": "One thing to remember with super singles is when you have a flat tire you can't limp it to the next town for repair. You are sitting there waiting for a repair truck. If you are traveling long distances in less populated areas you could put yourself in a bind. With duals you at least may have a chance that only one will blow and you can limp it along. Repair shops also seem to like it when out of towners come needing repairs. Just something to think about. If you travel close to home or more populated areas where there are frequent towns you shouldn't have a problem getting service. \r\n ", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2012-06-19", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T02:35:36Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 7811, "firstName": "CLINT", "lastName": "WEYHRICH", "companyName": "WEYHRICH TRUCKING L.L.C.", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "RANDOLPH", "state": "NE", "userCommentCount": 161, "userLikes": 52, "userDislikes": 2, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31054, "content": "You used to be able to do that...BUT anymore with the CSA and some over aggressive DOT officer..driving with a flat..or if you threw a cap..big points..most trailers that were boughtwith widetrack or supersingles will have an inflation device. Now some body was asking about steel duals going to super singles or wide track...I don't know about anymore..but the super single aluminum used to be cheaper than supersingle steel rims..going from steel duals to aluminum super singles will save you I bet 1000 lbs or better..", "contentHtml": "You used to be able to do that...BUT anymore with the CSA and some over aggressive DOT officer..driving with a flat..or if you threw a cap..big points..most trailers that were boughtwith widetrack or supersingles will have an inflation device.\r\n Now some body was asking about steel duals going to super singles or wide track...I don't know about anymore..but the super single aluminum used to be cheaper than supersingle steel rims..going from steel duals to aluminum super singles will save you I bet 1000 lbs or better..", "parentReplyId": 31051, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2010-11-12", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T04:18:10Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 3078, "firstName": "JEFF", "lastName": "PEARSON", "companyName": "C & R TRUCKING INC", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "PAYSON", "state": "UT", "userCommentCount": 927, "userLikes": 225, "userDislikes": 94, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31055, "content": "Randy...are you talking about super singles like a 385..65..22.5 or 425..65..22.5. Or wide track which are a lower tire like a 455..55..22.5...super singles like bridge stone I believe is an 844 are an all position with a tread for some mud and slop..wide track as far as I know are just a highway tread..the big thing is every time you need a new tire..you are basically buying two..", "contentHtml": "Randy...are you talking about super singles like a 385..65..22.5 or 425..65..22.5. Or wide track which are a lower tire like a 455..55..22.5...super singles like bridge stone I believe is an 844 are an all position with a tread for some mud and slop..wide track as far as I know are just a highway tread..the big thing is every time you need a new tire..you are basically buying two..", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2010-11-12", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T04:30:18Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 3078, "firstName": "JEFF", "lastName": "PEARSON", "companyName": "C & R TRUCKING INC", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "PAYSON", "state": "UT", "userCommentCount": 927, "userLikes": 225, "userDislikes": 94, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31056, "content": "I special ordered my last 2 KW's and Timpte trailers on singles. we weigh 24,700 full of fuel. I run local with my trucks and haul out of the fields as well. All the above posters have made true and valid points. I have no trouble if it's dry, but in a slimy feedlot or field road, you can be in trouble. we just avoid those areas. We are \"fair weather\" truckers, and park them when the roads get snowy and slick..I did the same when the fleet was on duals too though. The only tire that works for us on the drives are Michelin XDN2's. It's not that we run heavy or are putting a lot of horsepower to the ground, it's that because we have a town about every 30 miles. We are constantly slowing down, stopping, etc. I feel the singles wear better than duals. Yes I have had a couple blow outs, but I've been running them 5+ years and have had maybe 3 times where I needed to call a service truck. We are never far from home, so that's not a concern. As for weight savings, My two ultra-light 2012 Timpte's are listed at 7,700 lbs. My folks ordered a twin 2013 Timpte only on 22.5 alumin duals (their driver didn't want singles, plus it was an additional 3 weeks porduction time to build) their trailer is 300 lbs heavier than mine. When you order a truck or trailer from the factory they are equipped with heavier wall axles. (I have PSI on mine also) If converting an existing rig over the weight savings is slightly more. I'll order them again.\n \n Trent\n", "contentHtml": "I special ordered my last 2 KW's and Timpte trailers on singles. we weigh 24,700 full of fuel. I run local with my trucks and haul out of the fields as well. All the above posters have made true and valid points. I have no trouble if it's dry, but in a slimy feedlot or field road, you can be in trouble. we just avoid those areas. We are "fair weather" truckers, and park them when the roads get snowy and slick..I did the same when the fleet was on duals too though. The only tire that works for us on the drives are Michelin XDN2's. It's not that we run heavy or are putting a lot of horsepower to the ground, it's that because we have a town about every 30 miles. We are constantly slowing down, stopping, etc. I feel the singles wear better than duals. Yes I have had a couple blow outs, but I've been running them 5+ years and have had maybe 3 times where I needed to call a service truck. We are never far from home, so that's not a concern. As for weight savings, My two ultra-light 2012 Timpte's are listed at 7,700 lbs. My folks ordered a twin 2013 Timpte only on 22.5 alumin duals (their driver didn't want singles, plus it was an additional 3 weeks porduction time to build) their trailer is 300 lbs heavier than mine. When you order a truck or trailer from the factory they are equipped with heavier wall axles. (I have PSI on mine also) If converting an existing rig over the weight savings is slightly more. I'll order them again. \r\n \r\nTrent ", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2010-07-28", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T04:36:03Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 2180, "firstName": "TRENT", "lastName": "MCCAIN", "companyName": "MCCAIN ENTERPRISES LLC", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "COLBY", "state": "KS", "userCommentCount": 62, "userLikes": 8, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31057, "content": "Carry a unmounted spare with you. That way if you do get a flat you only need a road service. That way they wont charge you $1400 for whatever brand or tread they may have avaliable. Also check air pres daily !!!\n \n Anyone else have problems with mich drives cupping on outter tread ?", "contentHtml": "Carry a unmounted spare with you. That way if you do get a flat you only need a road service. That way they wont charge you $1400 for whatever brand or tread they may have avaliable. Also check air pres daily !!! \r\n \r\nAnyone else have problems with mich drives cupping on outter tread ?", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-01-02", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T13:52:02Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 9583, "firstName": "Richard", "lastName": "Rickley", "companyName": "R&L TRANSPORT", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Salemburg", "state": "NC", "userCommentCount": 138, "userLikes": 0, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31062, "content": "I run super singles on all my trucks and some trailers. If I aquire a truck without them , I quickly replace them with singles. 445/50/22.5 that is . They are not for everyone. I even run caps on them. They blow out every now and then both virgen and caps. For my operation they are working real good. On weight savings I can take a trailer with dual 22.5 all alluminium wheels to 445/50/22.5 and my weight savings are 800 lbs. Thats over a ton and a half if you do both truck and trailer. But like I say they are not for everyone. I buy most of mine used cause no one else wants them . Everyone has made some good points. I do it just for the weight savings. I never noticed anything like fuel savings or longer or shorter tire life just weight savings. It alone is 80 % my truck payment per month per unit. Good luck with them!!", "contentHtml": "I run super singles on all my trucks and some trailers. If I aquire a truck without them , I quickly replace them with singles. 445/50/22.5 that is . They are not for everyone. I even run caps on them. They blow out every now and then both virgen and caps. For my operation they are working real good. On weight savings I can take a trailer with dual 22.5 all alluminium wheels to 445/50/22.5 and my weight savings are 800 lbs. Thats over a ton and a half if you do both truck and trailer. But like I say they are not for everyone. I buy most of mine used cause no one else wants them . Everyone has made some good points. I do it just for the weight savings. I never noticed anything like fuel savings or longer or shorter tire life just weight savings. It alone is 80 % my truck payment per month per unit. Good luck with them!!", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2010-03-04", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T15:56:52Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 381, "firstName": "JUBENTINO", "lastName": "MENDOZA", "companyName": "JUBENTINO MENDOZA", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "DUMAS", "state": "TX", "userCommentCount": 18, "userLikes": 3, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31063, "content": "I am grateful for the input. I don't know that much about it as far as determining which type of tire would be best for my application I've heard some horror stories about not being accessible if you do get a flat but I'm also hearing that they are becoming more popular therefore not as challenging to find in case you do blow one on the road. I think my greatest concern is the traction issue in that I do run a lot of feed lots and some times even with duals I have a hard time getting the truck to go", "contentHtml": "I am grateful for the input. I don't know that much about it as far as determining which type of tire would be best for my application I've heard some horror stories about not being accessible if you do get a flat but I'm also hearing that they are becoming more popular therefore not as challenging to find in case you do blow one on the road. I think my greatest concern is the traction issue in that I do run a lot of feed lots and some times even with duals I have a hard time getting the truck to go", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-08-25", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T16:18:06Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 11951, "firstName": "RANDY", "lastName": "WULF", "companyName": "RAW ENTERPRISES L.L.C.", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "DELL RAPIDS", "state": "SD", "userCommentCount": 5, "userLikes": 0, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31064, "content": "Like I say they are not for everyone. My operation is in the Texas Panhandle and with belt trailers going to feedyards and dairies so pretty much like yours. I do carry a strap in every truck for tugs every now and then. If you decide to go with them I wish you the best of luck. If your ever in the Texas Panhandle and need tire service look me up. I will be more than happy to lead in you in the right direction with the least money. Again... good luck. 806.681.9095", "contentHtml": "Like I say they are not for everyone. My operation is in the Texas Panhandle and with belt trailers going to feedyards and dairies so pretty much like yours. I do carry a strap in every truck for tugs every now and then. If you decide to go with them I wish you the best of luck. If your ever in the Texas Panhandle and need tire service look me up. I will be more than happy to lead in you in the right direction with the least money. Again... good luck. 806.681.9095", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2010-03-04", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T16:26:09Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 381, "firstName": "JUBENTINO", "lastName": "MENDOZA", "companyName": "JUBENTINO MENDOZA", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "DUMAS", "state": "TX", "userCommentCount": 18, "userLikes": 3, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31067, "content": "Super Singles work great in my operation! We are enjoying the weight savings and less pulling resistance on trailers. Here's what happened to me back in February: I was running empty with another truck. Both of us were empty, pulling similar Timpte hoppers, and had 13 spd manual transmissions. We got to a half mile strecth of 9% uphill grade in approx 4\" of snow/slop, both locked our power dividers in and headed up. I was running single, he had duals. I made it up and the other driver spun out half way up... The point of this is that super singles can perform just as good as duals, if not better in some situations.\n \n Lonnie", "contentHtml": "Super Singles work great in my operation! We are enjoying the weight savings and less pulling resistance on trailers. Here's what happened to me back in February: I was running empty with another truck. Both of us were empty, pulling similar Timpte hoppers, and had 13 spd manual transmissions. We got to a half mile strecth of 9% uphill grade in approx 4" of snow/slop, both locked our power dividers in and headed up. I was running single, he had duals. I made it up and the other driver spun out half way up... The point of this is that super singles can perform just as good as duals, if not better in some situations. \r\n \r\nLonnie ", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2011-09-28", "dateAdded": "2015-03-26T19:21:09Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 5472, "firstName": "LONNIE", "lastName": "FRIESEN", "companyName": "FRIESEN TRANSFER", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "BARRON", "state": "WI", "userCommentCount": 5, "userLikes": 1, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31071, "content": "we have to remember guys the most eficient money saver is coming sense\n we run 455 caps on our belt trailer never have any problems we check air pression often\n we rotate them so they all wore out evenly i did notice backing up in the mud they seem to drag more\n ligth weigth yea easy pulling easy to drag in turns to we run short hauls so far so good last 2 caps i buy only pay 280 a piece so do ur math..\n", "contentHtml": "we have to remember guys the most eficient money saver is coming sense \r\nwe run 455 caps on our belt trailer never have any problems we check air pression often \r\nwe rotate them so they all wore out evenly i did notice backing up in the mud they seem to drag more \r\nligth weigth yea easy pulling easy to drag in turns to we run short hauls so far so good last 2 caps i buy only pay 280 a piece so do ur math.. ", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2012-01-19", "dateAdded": "2015-03-27T02:07:55Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 6339, "firstName": "DANIEL ", "lastName": "FERNANDEZ", "companyName": "FALLS TRUCKING", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "AMERICAN FALLS", "state": "ID", "userCommentCount": 50, "userLikes": 1, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31072, "content": "you can keep going depends on how big the hole is michelin tires have a sealant in them to keep the tire up to a certain pressure and speed so they are in some ways better", "contentHtml": "you can keep going depends on how big the hole is michelin tires have a sealant in them to keep the tire up to a certain pressure and speed so they are in some ways better ", "parentReplyId": 31051, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-02-25", "dateAdded": "2015-03-27T03:00:04Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 10343, "firstName": "ARTHUR", "lastName": "HARRIS", "companyName": "HARRIS TRANSPORT,LLC", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Tunica", "state": "MS", "userCommentCount": 21, "userLikes": 50, "userDislikes": 1, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31073, "content": "Richard Rickey what air pressure do you run? If you run 120 psi in super singles they will not wear on the edges.", "contentHtml": "Richard Rickey what air pressure do you run? If you run 120 psi in super singles they will not wear on the edges.", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2014-12-15", "dateAdded": "2015-03-27T03:42:17Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 40582, "firstName": "KEVIN", "lastName": "GOERNE", "companyName": "KCG ENTERPRISES", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Chillicothe", "state": "MO", "userCommentCount": 1, "userLikes": 0, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31082, "content": "I run the 445's on all of my tractors and am still converting my trailers over to the same. The biggest advantage besides weight reduction I have found is you no longer have the problem of mud clumps or rocks getting stuck between the duals. On my dumps however I am staying with alluminum duals just for the wider wheel base, trying to prevent tip overs. If you decide to go with the singles remember to change over your mud flaps so that you get less wind drag. Going over to that type of tire is like anything else you do with your business. You make a large initial investment that won't pay off over night but if done right will pay off substantially over time.", "contentHtml": "I run the 445's on all of my tractors and am still converting my trailers over to the same. The biggest advantage besides weight reduction I have found is you no longer have the problem of mud clumps or rocks getting stuck between the duals. On my dumps however I am staying with alluminum duals just for the wider wheel base, trying to prevent tip overs. If you decide to go with the singles remember to change over your mud flaps so that you get less wind drag. Going over to that type of tire is like anything else you do with your business. You make a large initial investment that won't pay off over night but if done right will pay off substantially over time.", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2014-11-06", "dateAdded": "2015-03-27T17:16:14Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 37551, "firstName": "SCOTT", "lastName": "WACHTEL", "companyName": "BSI TRANSPORT", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "New Baltimore", "state": "MI", "userCommentCount": 64, "userLikes": 3, "userDislikes": 1, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31089, "content": "If you lose a tire, on tractor you can let the air out of the suspension and lock your differential and limp and not tear your equipment up. The same can be done on the trailer by dropping the air out of the suspension. It will generally help \"pick\" the flat one up about 2 inches.", "contentHtml": "If you lose a tire, on tractor you can let the air out of the suspension and lock your differential and limp and not tear your equipment up. The same can be done on the trailer by dropping the air out of the suspension. It will generally help "pick" the flat one up about 2 inches.", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-11-27", "dateAdded": "2015-03-28T14:19:28Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 12847, "firstName": "BRUCE ", "lastName": "CATE", "companyName": "CATE TRANSPORTATION", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "STONEWALL", "state": "OK", "userCommentCount": 21, "userLikes": 17, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31090, "content": "Smoother ride,lighter weight what more can you ask for? Make sure that you invest in a tpms. ", "contentHtml": "Smoother ride,lighter weight what more can you ask for? Make sure that you invest in a tpms. ", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/VICTOR-PARKER-GRANDMAS BOY TRUCKIN-11656-442655-IMG_2270.JPG", "signUpDate": "2013-07-23", "dateAdded": "2015-03-28T14:30:27Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 11656, "firstName": "Victor", "lastName": "Parker", "companyName": "GRANDMA'S BOY TRUCKIN'", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Marion", "state": "AR", "userCommentCount": 11, "userLikes": 12, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31099, "content": "I have been running super singles for a lot of years had a few blowouts will never go back to duals. I run frameless end dump tried a few different brands found out Michelins r the best that i have used as far as air pressure Michelin recomends 100 psi on 34,000 lbs i also put nitrogen instead of regular air and rotate tires every 50,000 miles the tires seem to last longer saved 1000 lbs on the whole unit works 4 me", "contentHtml": "I have been running super singles for a lot of years had a few blowouts will never go back to duals. I run frameless end dump tried a few different brands found out Michelins r the best that i have used as far as air pressure Michelin recomends 100 psi on 34,000 lbs i also put nitrogen instead of regular air and rotate tires every 50,000 miles the tires seem to last longer saved 1000 lbs on the whole unit works 4 me", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-09-27", "dateAdded": "2015-03-31T22:34:30Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 12250, "firstName": "Richard", "lastName": "Launer", "companyName": "A&R TRUCK SERVICE,INC", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Edwardsville", "state": "IL", "userCommentCount": 58, "userLikes": 0, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31108, "content": "drop air pressure it comes from riding over grove put down from duals", "contentHtml": "drop air pressure it comes from riding over grove put down from duals ", "parentReplyId": 31057, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2013-02-25", "dateAdded": "2015-04-01T20:41:06Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 10343, "firstName": "ARTHUR", "lastName": "HARRIS", "companyName": "HARRIS TRANSPORT,LLC", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Tunica", "state": "MS", "userCommentCount": 21, "userLikes": 50, "userDislikes": 1, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31116, "content": "where and what brand caps are you using ? happy ? seriouisloy thinking of going this route.\n thanks\n Jim", "contentHtml": "where and what brand caps are you using ? happy ? seriouisloy thinking of going this route. \r\nthanks \r\nJim", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2014-05-24", "dateAdded": "2015-04-02T03:20:33Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 14975, "firstName": "JIM", "lastName": "DOS", "companyName": "DOS TRUCKING AND SERVICES", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Waterloo", "state": "IA", "userCommentCount": 11, "userLikes": 3, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31153, "content": "just get them at comercial tire here or les schwab dealers around here\n that ones with smooth tread seems to last better im only do short runs and\n slow down when it gets hot in the summer time\n good luck to all u guys out there and be safe folks\n", "contentHtml": "just get them at comercial tire here or les schwab dealers around here \r\nthat ones with smooth tread seems to last better im only do short runs and \r\nslow down when it gets hot in the summer time \r\ngood luck to all u guys out there and be safe folks ", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "signUpDate": "2012-01-19", "dateAdded": "2015-04-04T22:21:06Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 6339, "firstName": "DANIEL ", "lastName": "FERNANDEZ", "companyName": "FALLS TRUCKING", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "AMERICAN FALLS", "state": "ID", "userCommentCount": 50, "userLikes": 1, "userDislikes": 0, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 }, { "replyId": 31155, "content": "I run several super singles on several trucks/trailers and have tried everything from cheap double coins to hankooks to michelins. Best luck I have had is the michelin x ones. Obviously you get what you pay for. Shout out to Bills tire in Columbus, ne. They have the best deal I have found in ks and ne on the x ones. $975 mounted. Let me know if you find better!! I'd be interested about hearing some more info on these caps? I'd only put them on trailers in my opinion. We save about 1100 lbs per rig all super singles. But we add a couple hundred of those pounds with a mounted one we keep above the 5th wheel plate. That doesn't bother us though. The primary reason we run singles is for fuel mileage. You pick up your fuel mileage by eliminating the number of sidewalls fighting resistance. In this case we cut our sidewall resistance in half.", "contentHtml": "I run several super singles on several trucks/trailers and have tried everything from cheap double coins to hankooks to michelins. Best luck I have had is the michelin x ones. Obviously you get what you pay for. Shout out to Bills tire in Columbus, ne. They have the best deal I have found in ks and ne on the x ones. $975 mounted. Let me know if you find better!!\n\nI'd be interested about hearing some more info on these caps? I'd only put them on trailers in my opinion. \n\nWe save about 1100 lbs per rig all super singles. But we add a couple hundred of those pounds with a mounted one we keep above the 5th wheel plate. That doesn't bother us though. The primary reason we run singles is for fuel mileage. You pick up your fuel mileage by eliminating the number of sidewalls fighting resistance. In this case we cut our sidewall resistance in half.", "parentReplyId": null, "thumbUrl": "", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/KELLY-WILSON-WILSON BULK TRANSPORT-14846-197443-LOGO BIG.jpg", "signUpDate": "2014-05-13", "dateAdded": "2015-04-05T15:29:02Z", "likes": 0, "dislikes": 0, "approved": 1, "userId": 14846, "firstName": "Kelly", "lastName": "Wilson", "companyName": "WILSON BULK TRANSPORT", "email": "[email protected]", "city": "Abilene", "state": "KS", "userCommentCount": 75, "userLikes": 21, "userDislikes": 3, "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0 } ], "userDislikes": 0, "signUpDate": "2013-08-25", "avatarThumbUrl": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.bulkloads.com/user_files/profile/thumbs/default.png", "links": [], "files": [], "iLike": 0, "iDislike": 0, "iSubscribe": 0 }

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Posted on Wed, Mar 25, 2015 at 6:56 PM CST in DELL RAPIDS, SD