I80 Equipment Tips on How to Shop for Boom Truck Tires and More

Your tires are one of the most important components to stay safe on the road and the job site. Heavy equipment should be maintained with the upmost care. If it isn't, you aren't just putting your own life in danger; you are putting your fellow drivers in danger. Since safety should always come first, whether on the road or on the job site, we are here to help you keep your digger derricks, forestry trucks, crane trucks and all other types of heavy equipment in safe working order.

The key to getting good tires is to shop around. We certainly know how expensive tires are, so if you can find a good retread from a reputable company, jump on the chance. We are all about reducing, reusing and recycling to help the environment. Most trucks require a specific type of tire, so it's good to know a few different tire dealers along your normal route or job site.

Heavy equipment requires high-ply tires that can handle a lot of weight. They have to be able to withstand high amounts of air pressure aw well. Those don't come cheap. If you have the opportunity, look for low-profile tires for customized trucks. I80 Equipment rebuilds many types of trucks, and can usually point you in the right direction concerning low-profile tires for customized trucks. Low profile tires will have low amounts of rubber on the sidewalls, which allows you to use longer rims than you would on a normal truck.

Carefully consider the type of tires you will need for the type of job you will be doing. Radial tires with ply cords that run at right angles to the center line tread make for a much smoother and more pleasurable ride. They are also great in rain, sleet and mud, which most of us run in to throughout our busiest months. Low profile tires are a lot more expensive than normal truck tires though.

The raised letter tires with white accents are a popular choice for economically minded operators. These are a nice choice, as they do make your truck look a little flashier. Black wall tires are usually cheapest though, so if you're running low in the cash department, stick with those.

If you have more specific questions about truck tires for specialty equipment, boom trucks, crane trucks or any other type of heavy equipment, keep I80 Equipment in mind.