Expert Answers about Tires and Wheels

• Trailer Tire for Use in Place of a 20.5 x 8 x 10 Trailer Tire
• The modern equivalent for a 20.5x9x10 is tire size 205/65-10 like on # AM3H430 that you have referenced. This tire comes already mounted on a wheel with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern. If you are just looking for the tire then the same tire without the wheel is # AM1HP54. Current pricing is available on the product pages. For availability, the best thing to do is contact customer service at 800-298-8924 and they can tell you stock level in real time.
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• Replacement Trailer Tires for a Pop-up Camper with 5.30-12 Tires
• If you are just needed tires in size 5.30-12 then we have several options and I have included a link to them for you. If you need a tire and wheel combo then we do have several options in the 4 on 4 bolt pattern and I have linked those as well. You will just want to verify that your wheel bolt pattern is 4 on 4 by measuring using the FAQ article I have linked as a guide. I have also linked an FAQ article on trailer tires for you.
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• Replacement Trailer Tire for a Pop-Up Camper with 145/12R Tires Load Range C
• You can go with a different load range tire as long as it has the capacity for the gross trailer weight. Going to a larger size will not allow the trailer to carry any more weight because its capacity is set by the axle. For a 145/R12 I recommend the radial tire # AM10130. Radial tires track better and run cooler than bias ply tires. This tire is a lad range D rated for 1,220 pounds at 65 psi. I have included some links to trailer tire FAQ articles for you.
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• Replacement Trailer Tires for a 1968 Trotwood Trailer with 13 x 6 Tires
• If the tire itself fits on a 13 x 6 inch wheel then fit is going to be a problem. But to measure the width of a wheel you will take the tire off and measure from bead seat to bead seat. If that measurement is 4-1/2 to 5-1/2 inches wide then we will have some tires that will fit though the overall width may be wider than what you currently have. The closest is going to be a 175/80-13. I have linked all the tires we have in this size. They will all fit a 13 inch wheel that is 4-1/2 to 5-1/2 inc
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• Replacement Trailer Tire for a Trailer with 6K Axles and 235/85R16 Tires
• First lets look at the wobbly tire. If it is indeed a damaged wheel then you will want to replace that as soon as possible. If you notice any odd tread wear like just the inside, just the outside, or flat spots in the middle, that can indicate a problem with the spindle, the hub, or the axle. If the axles have been flipped (turned upside down) then you will notice tire wear on the inside tread. The axles will need to be turned the right way if they are flipped because that greatly diminishes the
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• Tire/Wheel Combo to Replace 18.5 x 8.5-8 Tires on Snowmobile Trailer
• The 18.5x8.5-8 is actually an old tire size that is not used much anymore. The closest metric size to your existing tire would be 215/60-8, which is what I would recommend. Your wheel most likely has a 5-on 4-1/4 inch bolt pattern (see link below), you will want to make sure that the bolt pattern of your existing wheels matches that of the replacement wheel. We offer a 215/60-8 load range C, 935 lb capacity tire on a white painted rim as part # AM3H200. When inflated to its 50 psi maximum (wh
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• Will Tire Size 225/75-15 Replace a Size 7.00-15 Tire
• Based on my research, 7.00-15 tires typically fit a 15 x 5-1/2 inch wheel. The ST225/75R15 tire size will fit on 15 inch diameter rims that are 6, 6-1/2, or 7 inches wide. They will not fit on rims narrower than 6 inches. I recommend checking the width of your rims to determine if the new tires will fit. Another thing to note when moving to a different tire size is fender and frame clearance. The 225/75-15 tires are going to be slightly shorter and wider than your current tires. A 7.00-15 ti
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• Tires and Wheels for a 1995 Nitro F/S Boat Trailer
• Not knowing the original tire size will make this a bit more challenging, but it can be done. If you can provide more information about your trailer, it would make choosing the correct wheel/tire combo easier. The following would be very helpful- The bolt pattern of your hubs (see FAQ article) The axle or trailer capacity (should be listed on a plate or sticker somewhere on the trailer) Center of spindle to inside of fender measurement My hope was that with the serial # or VIN from
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• Availability of Replacement Radial 5.30x12 Tire for Boat Trailer
• Kenda tires are made in Taiwan or mainland China, as are most trailer tires these days. We do not offer the 5.30x12 tire in radial, and in my research, I was unable to find that tire size available in a radial. This being said, we offer a ST145/R12 radial tire that is a close size match for a 5.30x12 tire. The tire is compatible with a 12x4 rim and would measure about 21 inches in diameter with a section width of about 5.7 inches. They will be about the same width as a 5.30x12 tire, but about
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• Replacing Wheels on Old 1963 Sears Light Duty Trailer
• To find the correct replacement wheels, you will need to know the bolt pattern of your existing wheels. I will link you to an FAQ article that shows how to determine your bolt pattern. Do your existing hubs use lug nuts or lug bolts to attach the wheels? If you use lug bolts, you have a hub-centric wheel, where the wheel centers on the hub bore, you will need to make sure the pilot diameter of the replacement matches your existing wheel. I have linked you to our selection of 4.80/4.00-8 ti
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• Replacement Tires for 20.5 x 8 - 10 Tires on a Pontoon Boat Trailer
• The 20.5x8-10 size tires on your pontoon boat trailer are an older tire size that is comparable to the 205/65-10 tire size. We do carry 205/65-10 tires to replace your 20.5x8-10 tires, but you will first need to determine the weight capacity of your axle. This will ensure that you choose a set of tires that are rated for the same weight as your axle. In this size we have load range B tires, that have a capacity of 910 lbs, load range C tires that have a capacity of 1,100 pounds, load range D
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• Recommendation for Replacing a 7.00-15 Trailer Tire Load Range E
• Actually, 7.00-15 is still a size that is used today. It is a light truck tire that you sometimes see in trailer applications. For a load range E we have # AM10414. The tires we carry are Kenda/Loadstar from Americana so they are a popular trailer tire brand. This is a bias ply tire. We do not have a radial in this size. This tire is rated for 2.376 pounds at 70 psi. I have included a link to our tire FAQ article for you.
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• Recommended Uses for Kenda K391M Mobile Home Tire # AM10321
• The Kenda K391M Mobile Home Tire # AM10321 is intended for mobile home use only. A mobile home-use tire will sometimes be stamped with One-Time Use Only or a speed rating indicating that it is not intended for long-term use. One of the ways to tell if a tire is for mobile home use only is by the 14-1/2 inch size. The standard trailer size is 14 inches, so the mobile home tire will stand out as not being compatible for other multi-use trailers. If you can provide the size of your wheel alon
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• Recommended Wheels and Tires for a Kit Trailer
• Assuming that you do not have fenders that will cause clearance problems, you can use an 8, 10, 12 or 13 inch wheel with the same 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern. Just to ensure you do not have some sort of oddball bolt pattern, I have linked you to an FAQ article that describes how to determine your bolt pattern. Also keep in mind that a ST175/80D13 tire on a 13 inch wheel like part # AM3S030 will be about 2 inches wider than the 4.8x8 tires you currently have, which might cause clearance problems
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• How to Determine the Correct Replacement Trailer Wheel for a Little Guy 5x8 Silver Shadow
• Your trailer probably does have conventional steel wheels or otherwise regular trailer wheels. To determine which wheel is the correct one for your trailer you will need to look at a few things. First you will want to look at the size of the existing wheels. You will need to measure the diameter of the wheel and the width from bead seat to bead seat. The tire has to be removed for the width. I can also determine the size of the wheel if you can tell me the tire size. You will also need to mea
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• Replacing Tires and Wheels on a Texture Spray Rig to Reduce Bounce When Towing
• I am certain that the tires currently on your trailer are causing your problems. Those tires have two different widths and diameters and should not be used together. I would recommend replacing both tires with two of the same tires because both of your current tires will have uneven wear. There are a few things to look at before choosing the correct tire and wheel combination for your trailer. The main factors to consider is the axle weight capacity and the bolt hole pattern of your current
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• Replacement 15 Inch Trailer Wheels with 5 on 5 Inch Bolt Pattern and ST205/75R13 Tires
• An ST205/75R15 will fit on rim widths measuring 5, 5-1/2, 6, or 6-1/2 inches. For that tire size already mounted on a steel wheel with a 5 on 5 bolt pattern take a look at # AM32409. I have also included a link to all of the wheels and tire/wheel combos that feature the 5 on 5 bolt pattern and can accept or has the ST205/75-15 tire.
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• Replacement Trailer Tire for a 3,000 Pound 2001 Pop-Up Camper with ST185/80-13 Tires
• First, for the correct tire size, if there is any literature like an owners manual, the proper size could be listed in it. There should also be a sticker or plate that is on the trailer frame or tongue that might have that information as well. You can use any size you want as long as it fits and has a high enough capacity for the axle rating. For an ST185/80-13 we do only carry bias ply tires. For a radial you can go with a slightly smaller tire, ST175/80-13, which will be about 1/2 inch more
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• Replacement Tires and Wheels for a Utility Trailer with P185/70R14 Tires and 5 on 4-1/2 Wheels
• I would recommend replacing the tires along with the wheels on your utility trailer. The tires that you currently have on your trailer are passenger car tires which can be identified by the P at the beginning of the tire size and it is not a common trailer tire size. Trailer tires will have an ST, or special trailer, designation on the tire size. Trailer tires are constructed with a stronger sidewall and can handle higher air pressures which are needed when carrying a load on a trailer.
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• How to Choose Replacement Wheels for a 2013 Jayco 267 bhs Trailer
• To determine if the Americana Aluminum HWT Series S5 Trailer Wheel, # AM22647HWTB, will fit on your 2013 Jayco 267 bhs, we will need to verify a few measurements on your current wheels. First, we will need to know the width and diameter of your current wheels. The Americana wheel is a 15 inch wheel and it is 6 inches wide. Next, you will need to check the bolt pattern. I have included a link to an FAQ article that shows how to measure for bolt pattern. This wheel has a bolt pattern of 5 on 4-
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• Replacement Tires and Wheels for a 1995 Tracker Trailstar Pontoon Trailer with 20.5x8-10 Tires
• The metric equivalent to a 20.5 x 8-10 is an ST205/65-10. There are 2 different bolt patterns in this size: 4 on 4 and 5 on 4-1/2. You will want to measure the bolt pattern to make sure you get the correct one. Other important information you will need is the capacity of the existing tires. I have included some links that will help with measuring bolt pattern and trailer tires. I have also linked all of the tire and wheel combinations we have for the ST205/65-10 size.
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• Replacement Trailer Wheel for a 1984 Prowler Camper with 13 Inch Wheels
• The Dexter vintage wheel, # AM20501, has a bolt pattern of 4 on 9.44 inches. That means that there are 4 bolt holes and they measure 9.44 inches from the center of one to the center of the hole across from it. It is also 15 inches in diameter so it may not be the correct wheel for your 1984 Prowler. If you have a 13 inch wheel with the 4 on 9.44 bolt pattern and it is 4-1/2 inches wide from bead seat to bead seat with a 1/2 inch positive offset then you would use # AM20208. I have also in
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• Replacements Needed for 7.00 x 14 Tires on Boat Trailer
• The closest modern tire size to the 7.00 x 14 size you mentioned would be a ST205/75-14. The two load range C tires we offer are part # AM1ST86 in bias ply and # AM10234 in radial. The ST205/75-14 is about an inch larger in diameter and 3/4 of an inch wider than the tires you currently have. The load range C tire in that size is rated for 1,760 lbs at 50 psi. For optimal tire performance and to realize the full load bearing capability of the tire, it should be kept inflated to the maxim
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• How to Pick Out Replacement Trailer Tires for a 1991 Logan Horse Trailer
• I would check the tire size that is on the 15 inch wheel of your horse trailer to determine which size you would want. It should be printed on the sidewall of the tire as a number like ST205/75D15. Once you know which size you need email me back and I will set you up with the best possible tire we offer for your setup. You should also try to determine what the weight of your trailer is plus the weight of your horse to give you an idea on what weight rating tires should be on your wheels. T
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• Will the ST175/80D13 Tire Replace B78-13ST Tires on a Coleman Pop-Up Camper
• Yes, the Kenda Loadstar ST175/80D13 tire is the equivalent to the B78-13 tires on your Coleman pop-up camper. To determine if the wheel will work, you will want to make sure the bolt pattern on this wheel matches the bolt pattern on your hub. This wheel has a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern. If you measure the distance between the center of one bolt on the hub or bolt hole on your current wheel to the center of the adjacent bolt (trailer) or bolt hole (wheel) and it measures 2-5/8 inches, then it wi
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• Replacement Tires for 2007 LeesureLite Excel Motorcycle Camper Trailer
• Although both tire sizes you mention are pretty close in diameter, they would mount on different sized wheels. The 4.8-8 tire, like part # AM10004 works best on a 8 x 3-3/4 inch wide wheel, while the 165/65-8, like part # AM1HP22 (which is the equivalent size to the 16.5 x 6.5-8 you mentioned) works best on a 5-3/8 inch wide wheel. If you want to use your existing wheels, I would go with whichever tire size matches the wheel. Typically, a wider tire will offer more stability, but with a smal
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• Are Tire & Wheel Combos Balanced at Factory
• The wheel and tire combos we sell are not balanced at the factory. When the tire is mounted to the wheel, the high (heavy) spot on the wheel is matched to the low (light) spot on the tire, which leaves the wheel and tire somewhat balanced. We recommend having the tire and wheel professionally balanced. I have linked you to our Tire and Wheel FAQ article.
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• Looking for 15 x 5 Replacement Dexstar Wheel and Tire for Spare
• We offer a 15x5 white painted trailer wheel with a 5 on 5 bolt pattern, part # 17-377-7 which might be what you are looking for. Although we obtain this wheel from the fine folks at Redneck Trailer Supply, the wheel is indeed manufactured by Dexstar. If you would care to reply with the tire size and load rating information that you can find on your tire sidewall, I would be happy to suggest a tire to go along with the wheel.
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• What Does the 5 and the J Indicate on a 15x5J Trailer Wheel and ST205/75D15
• The 5 means that the wheel is 5 inches wide from bead to bead (not overall width). The J indicates the design of the bead but it is nothing you need to be concerned with. To measure the bolt pattern accurately I have included a link to an FAQ article that will explain the process. There is a good chance that you have a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern but you will need to measure to be sure. You will also want to make sure that you match the existing tire construction of the other tires on the traile
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• Speed Rating of 4.80 X 12 Trailer Tire
• All of the trailer tires that we carry are rated for 65 mph, unless otherwise stated on the tire sidewall. Using the tire at higher speeds will cause more heat to be built up in the tire, which is a major contributor to tire failure. Be sure to keep trailer tires inflated to the maximum pressure as listed on the tire sidewall. Insufficiently inflated tires can also lead to excess heat build up. We carry several different wheel/ tire combinations in 4.80X12 tire size, I have linked you to
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• Should 20 Year Old Trailer Tires Be Replaced
• As a general rule of thumb, trailer tires should be replaced every 6 to 8 years regardless of wear. Even though an older tire might appear to have plenty of tread left on it, dry rot and cracking can cause tire failure. The mating surface behind the bolt holes should be flat, and should mate perfectly with the face of your hubs. I would definitely replace the tires before using the trailer again. If the wheels are showing signs of corrosion, I would also recommend replacing them with a gal
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• Does Pilot Hole Size Matter When Replacing a Trailer Wheel on a 1984 Basstracker Boat Trailer
• A larger pilot hole will not matter as long as the wheel centers on the hub using lug nuts. If the wheel centers on the hub using wheel bolts, like # RG02-020 as an example, the pilot hole will need to be exact. The wheel that you have chosen, # AM20214, also has a positive offset of 0.5 inches (mounting surface of the wheel sits outside the rim centerline). For a marine application, I would go with a galvanized wheel, # AM20234. I have also included a link to an FAQ article on trailer ti
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• Can an ST185/80R13 Trailer Tire be Replaced with an ST175/80R13 Trailer Tire
• If the trailer is supposed to have 185/80-13 tires on it, then you should stick with that tire size and use # AM3S334. This is the correct size tire with a galvanized wheel. The only difference is this is a bias tire and not a radial. A bias tire the cords inside run at a 32 degree angle from the direction of travel and on a radial tire, the cords run 90 degrees across the width of the tire. If you go with a smaller 175 tire and wheel combo, it will be about a half inch more narrow, and littl
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• Recommended Replacement Wheels and Tires for Tracker Boat Trailer
• The B78-13 tires you mention convert to metric size 175/80-13. The 175/80-13 tires are available in three load ratings. B: 1100 lb at 35 psi C: 1360 lb at 50 psi D: 1610 lb at 65 psi You would choose the load rating based on the capacity of your axle. Two A rated tires would have a 2200 lb rating. You can go with tires that have a greater weight rating than your axle, but you will still be limited by the axle capacity. You will also need to match the bolt pattern of the wheel yo
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• Can Regular Trailer Tires be Used to Replace Mobile Home Tires on Trailer
• Due to the oddball rim size (14.5x6), there are no trailer tires available for that wheel size. We do offer a replacement tire, part # AM10321 that would work for you. Keep in mind that this is a mobile home tire. It is designed for one-time use in moving a mobile home, and is meant to be discarded after that. Using mobile home axles and wheels seems like a great idea at the time folks are constructing a home made trailer. They are cheap and readily available. The problem is that replacement
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• Recommend Replacement Spare Trailer Wheel and Tire For Utility Trailer w/ 185/75R14 Tires
• The closest replacement tire size we have for your existing 185/75R14 tire is going to be a 205/75-14, like the Kenda Tire and Wheel # AM3S440. You would need to measure on your trailer to see if you will have room to mount this tire. The overall diameter of this size tire is 26.3 inches, and the width is 7.8 inches. The load capacity of the # AM3S440 is 1,760 lbs at 50 PSI. Using the different-sized spare for emergency would be acceptable to get where you are going, in an emergency situation
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• Availability of a Replacement Cap for a 14 Inch Hi Spec Series 6 Trailer Wheel
• For the Hi Spec Series 6 Trailer Wheel, # AM22328, you will need Americana Trailer Wheel Center Cap, # AM90098. This is the correct replacement for 14 inch rims with a 5-hole bolt pattern and 3.19 inch diameter pilot hole.
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• Need Replacement Tire For F65-14ST and ST205/65-14 Trailer Tire For Pontoon Boat Trailer
• The F65-14ST trailer tire is a comparable size to the ST205/65-14 size. However we do not carry either tire. The closest tire size we have is the ST205/75-14, like the item you selected, Loadstar ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire, part # AM1ST86. What you would need to do is take some measurements for the correct replacement tire. The height of your ST205/65-14 tire has an overall height of 24.49 inches and a width of 8.07 inches. The overall height of a the Loadstar # AM1ST86 measures 26.1 inch
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• Need a Replacement Tire For 6.95-14 Trailer Tire
• I spoke with our in-house tire specialist about a replacement tire for your 6.95-14 size trailer tire. The 6.95-14 tire which is an older size, would translate to an outer diameter or height of 25.1 inches and a width of 6.95 inches. The closest size we have in a 14 inch tire would be an ST 205/75/14, which has an overall height of 26.3 inches and a width of 7.8 inches. For an ST 205/75/14, we have the Kenda Tire and Wheel, part # AM3S440. You will need to measure to make sure you will have
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• What Is The Correct Replacement Tire Size For F78-14 Tire on 1995 Escort Boat Trailer
• Yes, the correct metric size for the F78-14 tire size is an ST205/75-14 tire size. The item you selected, Kenda Tire, part # AM10234, is an ST205/75-14 size and is a radial tire, which will replace your F78-14 tire. I have linked an FAQ on tire sizes and an FAQ on trailer tires which you may find as a good reference.
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• Can I Use A Passenger Vehicle Wheel In Place of Trailer Wheel on Nomad Tandem Trailer
• I cannot recommend using a vehicle wheel in place of a trailer wheel for any period of time. Passenger vehicle wheels are not manufactured the same as trailer wheels and not made to handle loads like trailer wheels. To determine which wheel you will need, you will have to measure the bolt pattern of your Nomad trailer (see FAQ). You will also need to measure the diameter of the wheel and the correct replacement tire size.
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• Is There A Replacement Center Cap Available For Americana Series 6 Trailer Wheel # AM22698
• Yes, for a replacement wheel center cap for your Americana Aluminum Hi-Spec Series 6 Trailer Wheel, part # AM22698, you will need Americana Trailer Wheel Center Cap, part # AM90092. Part # AM90092 is the complete cover that covers the lug nuts and has a screw to secure it to the wheel.
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• Recommend Replacement Trailer Tire For 7.00-15 Tire On 1961 Airstream Trailer
• For an exact replacement tire for your 700-15 tire, we have the Kenda Tire, part # AM10414, which is 7.00-15 tire. Since the LT on this tire is after the tire size, it indicates that the tire can be used as a light truck or trailer tire. The overall diameter of part # AM10414 is 29.3 inches and is a load range E tire which is rated at 2,376 lbs at tire maximum PSI. The item you selected, Kenda Tire, part # AM3S870, with a tire size of ST225/75D15, will be a little shorter of a tire, as the ov
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• Replacement Trailer Tires Needed for a Trailer with H78-15-LT Tires
• Your trailer tires work out roughly to be the same size as a 225/70-15 tire or a 215/80-15 tire. By my calculations the 225/70-15 tire is 27.4 inches tall and 8.9 inches wide and the 215/80-15 tire is 28.6 inches tall and 8.5 inches wide. The LT designation on your tires is for light truck applications and you would be better off using ST (special trailer) tires that are designed for use on trailers. We do not have an exact match to the above mentioned tire sizes but we do have two tire size
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• Replacing 4.80-8 Trailer Tire with a 4.80-12 Trailer Tire and Wheel Combination
• It is possible that there exists a 4.80-12 Tire and Wheel combo with a 2.5 inch pilot diameter. All of the ones we carry are 2.8 to 2.84. A larger pilot diameter will not matter as long as the wheels are stud piloted or lug centric (meaning the wheels are centered on the hub by the lug nuts). If not, then the pilot diameter will need to match the hub (hub centric). A hub centric wheel will use wheel bolts that go through the wheel and into the hub instead of lug nuts. One thing you will need
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• Replacement Wheel and Tire Possibilities for a 4.30-12 Wheel and Tire on a Landscape Trailer
• Your 4.30 by 12 inch tire and wheel combination is roughly 18.8 inches tall and 4.3 inches wide. At this time we do not carry a wheel and tire combination that small. You may be able to use a 4.80-12 Load Range B tire and wheel combination, item # AM30580, or a 4.80-12 Load Range C, tire and wheel conbination, item # AM30620, if the wheel bolt pattern on your trailer is 4 on 4 inches and the axle capacity is less than, 1,980 pounds for the load range C tire and wheel, or less than 1,570 poun
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• What Size Metric Trailer Tires Will Fit In Place of Size F78-14 Tires
• For your older trailer tires, you can use size 205/75-14 as replacements. We have three tires in this size. The first is a radial tire, # AM10234. Since it is a radial tire, it is more durable and will provide a better ride. It is rated for 1,760 pounds at 50 psi. We also have two bias trailer tires. First is # AM1ST86. This is a load range C tire good for 1,760 pounds at 50 psi per tire. The other is a load range B bias trailer tire # AM1ST84. It has a capacity of 1,430 pounds at 35 psi per
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