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Tire Changing
Tires
Your Airstream is equipped at the factory
with
name brand trailer tires. Airstream
dealers cannot make adjustments to tires. This
must be done by a dealer who handles that
particular brand. If you ever have tire prob¬
lems, check the local telephone directory for
the nearest dealer.
To get the maximum performance from your
tires check the air pressure often, but only
when the tires are cool. Never bleed out air
immediately after driving. Recommended tire
pressures vary with models, tire type and size.
For specific pressures refer to the table.
It is also important to periodically check on
the tightness of the lug bolts. They should be
tightened to a torque of 90-95-ft.-lbs. on both
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Tire Inflation Pressure (PSI) Cold Inflation
7.00 x 15
7.00 x 15
7.00 x 15 XC
Model
6 Ply Tires
8 Ply Tires
Steel Radial Tires
21 & 23 Ft.
N.R.
60 PSI
N.R.
Single Axle
23, 25, 27 Ft.
35 PSI
N.R.
50 PSI
Dual Axle
29, 31 Ft.
40 PSI
N.R.
55 PSI
Dual Axle
*N.R. Not recommended by tire manufacturer
the steel and forged aluminum wheels. Care
should be taken at all times when handling
the forged aluminum wheel because of pos¬
sible damage to its appearance.
In a warm climate, park out of the sun
whenever possible. In desert regions use the
tire covers to prevent ultra-violet deteriora¬
tion to tires.
To change a tire with a jack, see the label
affixed to the underbelly just to the rear of
the wheels. This indicates the proper jack
placement. On tandem axle models a flat tire
may be changed without the aid of a jack.
Drive the unit up a ramp 8" wide, 6" high and
about 3 feet long at the base (see photo).
All tire, wheel, hub and drum assemblies are
dynamically balanced at the factory. Be sure
to rebalance the tire, wheel, hub and drum
assemblies each time a tire is changed or
rotated.
In an emergency remove the flat tire and the
independent suspension of the Dura-Torque
Axle allows a four wheel unit to be safely
towed on three wheels for a short distance
(100 miles maximum) and only at a low speed
(30 MPH). Be especially cautious in crossing
holes or dips in the road. It is good practice to
set your rear view mirrors so that you can
observe your tires at all times.
Tire Load and Inflation Pressure Notes
1. Tire inflation pressure may increase as
much as 6 pounds per square inch (PSI)
when hot.
2. For sustained high speed driving over 65
MPH, with truck type tires cold inflation
pressures must be increased 10 PSI above
those specified in the above table for the
load being carried. The total increase in
cold inflation pressures shall not exceed 10
PSI above those specified in the above
table for the load being carried.
3. Cold tire inflation pressure: after vehicle
has been inoperative for 3 hours or more,
or driven less than 1 mile. Hot tire infla¬
tion pressure: after vehicle has been driven
10 miles or at speeds of more than 60
miles per hour.
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