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My Vredestein vs Kenda Rambligns- Part II
All,
Just a quick run down on my Vredestein rear tire installation. Installed a 205/60R15 on the back. Started at 18 PSI, will work the 4 lb. rule. Much smoother than the Kenda. The Kenda I took off required 12 wheel weights, the Vredestein used 3. I like specs, so please don't bash me for posting this. It may be insightful to some other new guy.
Vredestein 205/60R15 Specs as measured by me not installed.
Diameter (Inch) 24.625
Circumference (Inch) (Tape Measure) 77.75
Section width (Inch) 8.8
Tread width (contact patch) (Inch) 6.75
Weight (Lbs ± 1/4 lb) 18.625
Load Rating 91V (1356 lbs) @149 MPH (at max sidewall of 51 PSI)
Tread 2 Ply Steel, 1 Ply Polyester, 1 Ply Polymids
Sidewall 1 Ply Polyester
Kenda 225/50R15 Specs as measured by me not installed.
Diameter (Inch) 24.00
Circumference (Inch) (Tape Measure) 75.25
Section width (Inch) 9
Tread width (contact patch) (Inch) 7.75
Weight (Lbs ± 1/4 lb) 21.25
Load Rating 76H (892lbs) @ 130 MPH (at max sidewall pressure of 30 PSI
Tread 2 Ply Steel, 1 Ply Polyester
Sidewall 1 Ply Polyester
Speedometer error was around 2.8% @ 70 MPH (2 MPH) with the OEM Kenda, the new 60 series Vredestein reduced that by half to about 1.4% @ 70 MPH (1 MPH).
Odometer error was odd. The original Kenda had the odometer mileage showing .3% less than the GPS, but with the new, larger Vredestein the mileage got more off, the odometer showing 1.2% less than the GPS. Funny the odometer being almost spot on while the speed was almost 3% in error before the new tire was installed.
On a side note, there was some concern about ride harshness due to the V (or H) rating making the sidewall stiffer. The Vredestein sidewall was more supple than the Kenda, possibly a function of the 60 series vs the OEM 50 series.
I was very disappointed in the rear tire installation to find that the rear rim and wheel bearings are made in China. The pulley was made in USA though!
h0gr1der
2018 RT Limited Blue/Chrome SE6 *Tri-Axis Bars*Adjustable Driver Backrest*175/55R15 Vredestein Front, 205/60R15 Vredestein Rear Tires*Baja Ron Front Spring Pre-Load Adjusters*Misty Mountain Sheepskin seat cover*Centramatic balancers *Garmin Zumo 595LM GPS*KOTT Grills*BajaRon swaybar*SpyderPops Alignment*Missing Belt guard*Magnetic Mirrors*Custom Rear Adjustable Shock*360° LED Headlights & Foglights*Progressive front fender turn signals
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