Expert Answers about Tires and Wheels

• Availability of a Trailer Wheel with 5 on 4-3/4 Bolt Pattern
• We have one trailer wheel with the 5 on 4-3/4 bolt pattern. It is # WHI156-5475WS. This wheel is 15 inches by 6 inches and is rated for 2,150 pounds at 95 psi. It has a zero offset and the center hole is 3.19 inches in diameter.
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• Need 14x5-1/2 Inch Travel Trailer Wheels With 5-on-4-1/2 Bolt Pattern
• The link provided will take you to our product page for trailer wheels in the 14 x 5-1/2 inch size that have a 5-on-4-1/2 inch bolt pattern you require. We off both steel and aluminum wheels in this size and some of these are US-made while others are not. Their maximum weight/psi pressure ratings do vary also. The Dexstar wheels you reviewed are US-made but are rated to only 50 lbs psi; note that these wheels have a positive offset of +0.5 inch. Those wheels suitable for your 65-lb-psi Ku
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• Replacement ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tires for a 2002 Coleman Utah Pop Up Camper
• The Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire, # AM1ST79, is the exact same size as you currently have on your trailer so it will fit the trailer wheels that you have nicely. I have included a link to a video review of this tire for you. Remember to always inflate trailer tires to the maximum psi rating on the tire. In this case it is 65 psi. I have also linked our FAQ article on trailer tires for you.
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• Replacement Trailer Tires for a 3,880 Pound Travel Trailer with Under Rated Tires Installed
• Just about every tire manufacturer has moved operations over seas so finding a trailer tire made in the USA would be very difficult. For tire size 205/75-14 you can use # AM10234. This is a radial load range C tire rated for 1,760 pounds at 50 psi. On a single axle, the capacity would be 3,520 pounds. This is 360 pounds lower than the gross trailer weight you stated. In order to get to a high enough capacity you would have to change to a 15 inch tire in a load range D, # AM10245. That means
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• Why Do the Tires on a Dual Axle Trailer Wear Differently
• If the rear axle trailer tires are supporting more of the weight of the trailer then they would wear out faster. There are couple of adjustments that could be made to try to even out the load on the trailer. The first would be to more evenly distribute the weight on the trailer, and secondly make sure that the trailer is being towed in a level position. The first adjustment that you could make would be to redistribute the weight on your trailer. Ideally you would want to move some of the wei
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• What Type and Weight Rating of Trailer Tire to Use on 2012 Crusader 5th Wheel Trailer
• Based on your quoted Crusader trailer weight of 12,000+ pounds, I suspect you may have the Crusader model 360BHS with the optional 16-inch tires. I reviewed the online specifications for this trailer and there are no specifics offered as to whether light truck (LT) tires can be used in place of the special trailer (ST) type. I spoke to a technical representative at Prime Time Manufacturing but without specific trailer model information they were not able to comment. A tire blowout can have on
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• Upgrading 4.80-12 Trailer Tires On a Haulmaster Trailer
• Take a look at Kenda K353 tire # AM10062. This is a 4.80-12 trailer tire, load range C, rated for 990 pounds at 90 psi. This tire has a 6 ply rating. The tires we carry, unless otherwise stated on the tire itself, are rated for 65 miles per hour. One important tid bit of information that you should find helpful is that trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum psi as indicated on the tire, in this case 90 psi. This is because trailer tires are made with a thicker sidewall and whe
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• What Wheel Will Fit the Kenda 7-15LT Light Truck Tire # AM10414
• The Kenda Light Truck Tire # AM10414 that you referenced has an overall outside diameter of 29.3 inches. My contact at Kenda directed me toward the 15 x 6 inch wheels to match this tire. I have attached a link that will take you directly to all 15 x 6 wheels available. My contact also told me that Dextar # AM20548 that you referenced, would not be a good choice. The 15 x 6 inch wheels capacity more closely matches the tire rating.The Dexstar # AM20548 is rated at 1820 lbs and the tire is 2375
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• How to Pick Out a Replacement Tire for a 2003 Coachman Lite Travel Trailer
• In order to pick out the correct tire size to replace what you currently have you are going to need to know what size tire is on your 2003 Coachman Lite Travel Trailer. There will be a size stamped on the side of the tire, if you check out the picture I attached you will see what it should look like. I also attached a couple FAQ articles on trailer tires that you should find informative also. Once you know the size of your trailer tires feel free to email me back and I will help you pick o
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• Trailer Tire Recommendation to Replace a 670-15 Tire from a Cattle Trailer
• From the research I did I was able to determine that the 670-15 tire size you have is the same as a 205/75-15. For a Load Range D tire of that size I would recommend the Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10245. I attached an FAQ article on trailer tires for you to check out also.
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• Recommend Replacement Spare Tire and Galvanized Wheel For Karavan Trailer Tire ST 175/80D13
• If you have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern you would want a Karrier ST175/80D13 Tire and Wheel part # AM31242, if you have a 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern you would want a Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire with 13 inch Galvanized Wheel part # AM3S130.
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• Can a ST225/75D15 Trailer Tire be Swapped out for a ST225/75R15
• The difference between the ST225/75D15 and the ST225/75R15 is the way the tire is constructed. The D in the ST225/75D15 size means that it is a bias-ply tire whereas the R in the ST225/75R15 means that it is a radial tire. Radial tires are preferred because the tire has more flex and will allow for more ground contact. That will improve traction and better tread wear. It also gives the radial tire better stability. Radials will also run cooler. So long story short, you could swap out the b
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• Easiest Way to Determine Weight Capacity of a 3 Axle Trailer
• That depends on a few things. However, the easiest way to determine the capacity of a trailer is to check the plaque or sticker that should be near the coupler of the trailer. There should be the capacity of the trailer and the axles listed there. The size tires you have should also have plenty of weight capacity, but you will want to make sure they are inflated to their maximum psi rating to ensure the highest capacity and for the best tire wear possible. You should check the condition of y
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• Will the Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel # AM20404 Fit on a Miley Horse Trailer
• To determine if the Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel, # AM20404, will fit on your Miley horse trailer, we will need some information about your current wheels. First, we need the bolt pattern of your current wheels. This wheel has a bolt pattern of 5 on 4-1/2. The bolt pattern is the number of bolts and the diameter of the circle that the bolts make. I have attached an FAQ on how to determine your bolt hole pattern for you to check out. The next factor to consider is the size of the pilo
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• Changing from 5.30-12 to 4.80-12 Trailer Tire Size
• If you wish to change from a 5.30-12 to a 4.80-12, you can certainly do so. Both tires are designed for use on a 12 x 4 inch rim. The new tire would be about 1/2 an inch narrower and about 1-1/2 inches smaller in diameter than your existing tire. The Kenda Bias Ply 12 inch trailer tire, part # AM10062 in the 4.80-12 size has a 990 lb weight capacity per tire at 90 psi. To maximize capacity and tire life, always keep trailer tires inflated to the maximum pressure listed on the tire sidewall.
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• Is it Okay to Underinflate 4.8-12 Load B Tires
• When tires are under-inflated, although you are not carrying a capacity load, you will still have excessive heat build up which can cause excessive wear that will in turn make your tires fail sooner than they should. Contrary to automobile tires, trailer tires should be kept inflated to the recommended psi level to receive the minimum wear out of the tires. Another downside to under-inflating the trailer tires is even though you typically carry way below the capacity rating, if you happen to
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• Does Kenda Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire Part # AM1ST77 Require Changing Rims
• The Kenda Loadstar ST175/80D13 Load Range D Bias Trailer Tire, part # AM1ST77, is a tubeless bias-ply tire designed for use on 13 x 4-inch and 13 x 4-1/2-inch trailer wheels. Please note that not all bias ply tires are tubeless. I have provided a link to a product review video for this tire. If you wish you can take your current rims to a local tire dealer who can inspect them and advise you whether they are safe for use with a tubeless tire. Depending on the age of your rims you may need
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• Country of Origin for Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel 15 Inch by 6 inch, 6 on 5-1/2
• The Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel # AM20534 you referenced is made in the US, Elkhart, Indiana, to be specific.
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• What is the Difference Between Trailer Tire Size ST205/65D14 and Size F65-14ST
• The F65-14ST trailer tire is a comparable size to the ST205/65-14 size. However we do not carry either tire size at this time. The closest tire size we have is the ST205/75-14, like the item you selected, Loadstar ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire, # AM1ST86. The 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 inches, and the overall width is 8.07 inches. You will want to measure your existing trailer
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• Recommended Air Pressure Be For a Single Axle Trailer With a 1000 Pound Load
• The tire you reference, Kenda # AM30620, has a 990 lb maximum load with a psi rating of 90. Carrying a 1000 lb load will not be an issue because the capacity with these tires is 990 for each tire which gives tallies a total capacity of 1980 lbs. You will want to keep these tires inflated to the maximum psi of 90 rating. By having the tires fully inflated, they will perform and wear better as well as give you better gas mileage. To find the psi rating, it is stamped on the sidewall of the
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• 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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• What is the Speed Rating for Loadstar K399 Bias Trailer Tire - 205/65-10
• The trailer tires that we carry are rated for 65 miles per hour. Trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum psi as indicated on the tire. Trailer tires are built with a thicker sidewall. A thicker sidewall can generate more heat but an under inflated thicker sidewall will generate excessive heat and cause a tire to fail. Trailer tire # AM1HP50 should be inflated to 35 psi. Having a trailer low to the ground makes the center of gravity lower and could be beneficial and lessening th
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• Changing ST185/80-13 Tire Size on Shorelander Boat Trailer
• Because the size of both tires is so similar, you can certainly use the # AM31952 as a replacement. An ST185/80-13 tire will typically be slightly larger in diameter and width than an ST175/80-13 tire, but only by around 1/4 inch. Although the # AM31952 has a higher load rating than your existing tires, this higher rating will not provide any additional capacity over and above the capacity of your axle. For instance, lets say that your boat trailer uses a 2,000 lb axle. Two of the # AM319
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• Should Factory Bias-Ply Tires Be Replaced With Kenda # KR25 Radial Tires
• Yes, replacing your bias ply tires for Kenda KR25 # AM31208HWTB is a good move with regard to the safety of your cargo trailer and you on your motorcycle. As long as your radial tires are properly inflated, the radial tires will have improved traction and better tread wear which in turn will give you a more stable ride. The main difference between bias ply and radial tires is the construction of the tire and the usage applications. Bias ply tires have stiffer sidewalls and might be used for m
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• What Will Cause Excessive Wear on the Outside of the Tire on a Single Axle Cargo Trailer
• Since your trailer has been over its weight capacity most likely the problems you are experiencing with your tires are directly related to this. I would recommend getting the weight of the trailer under the capacity and then check the suspension components to make sure there is no damage. A problem that arises from an overloaded trailer with a suspension issue is the uneven wearing of the tires on the outside. Because of the overload, your suspension components may be excessively worn allowin
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• What is the Speed Rating for a Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire
• The tires we carry, like # AM10210, are rated for 65 miles per hour. Occasionally if you find yourself going 70 miles per hour it will not be much of a problem as long as you bring the speed back down within the limits of the tires. The faster you go the more heat is generated. Heat is the number one cause of trailer tire failures. Trailer tires are constructed with a thicker sidewall and can thus generate more heat than a passenger car tire. This is troublesome when a trailer tire is under i
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• Spare Tire and Wheel Recommendation for a Livestock Trailer
• For that tire size you will need a 16 inch rim with a width range of 6-7-1/2 inches. It sounds like you have a 6 on 5-1/2 inch bolt pattern (check the FAQ article to confirm this) so I would recommend you get a Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel # AM20758. This is a black, steel rim that is 16 inches in diameter and is 6 inches wide, as well as seemingly has the right bolt pattern you need. Check out the FAQ article on determining bolt patterns to confirm your bolt pattern. I would recomm
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• Switching from a 5.70-8 Tire to a ST175/80R13 Tire on a Boat Trailer
• You can move to a larger tire size on your boat trailer, however, there are a few factors that you will want to take into consideration before making the switch. The first thing that you will want to keep in mind is that switching to a larger tire will not increase the weight capacity of your trailer. You will still be limited to the weight capacity of your axle. The next factor to consider is that the tires you currently have on your trailer are 5.70-8 tires. These tires mount on an 8 inch
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• How to Determine If Wheels are Hub Centric or Lug Centric on a Boat Trailer
• There are two main types of wheels, hub-centric wheels and lug-centric wheels. Hub-centric wheels center on the hub using the hub bore and lug-centric wheels center on the hub using lug nuts. Hub-centric wheels typically use wheel bolts rather than lug nuts to attach to the hub. Hub-centric wheels are more commonly found on import vehicles and are not very common on trailers. If your wheels are hub-centric, you would want new wheels with the same pilot hole diameter as your current wheels be
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• Can Kenda K371 4.80/4.00-8 Trailer Tire Part # AM10004 Replace 16/5.00-8 Tractor Tire
• The size difference between the Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 tire and your tractor tire size 16/5.00-8 is quite small so this tire should work fine on your tractor front wheels. We offer two tires in this size, both the Load Range C, # AM10004, rated for a maximum load of 760 lbs at 90 psi; and also a Load Range B tire rated for 590 lbs at 60 psi, part # AM10002.
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• Looking For 5in Wide Spare Tire Carrier to Mount 5 Hole Pattern Rim Carrying 195X65X 15in Tire
• If your trailer frame is 5X5 then the Fulton F2 Super-Duty, Offset Spare-Tire Carrier, part # F581901 will accommodate your frame. I spoke with my contact at Fulton, and he said that since this is a weld-mount design, it will fit on a 5 inch frame. He also told me that this part is a universal design and does not have any information that is tire specific with regards to whether or not it will fit your 195X65X15, but, they do have it rated for fitting 15 inch to 20 inch tires that are 5 bolt lug
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• Trailer Tire And Recommendation For 8x8 Foot Trailer Carrying 2 800cc ATVs
• After some research, I have found that based on the weight of the 2 ATVs and your trailer, a tire with a load range of C (a 6 ply rated tire with a maximum load of 1760 lbs at 50 psi) is a compatible fit for your trailer. The size you referenced 18.5/8.5-8 is an older style of tire sizing. The newer version of that is 215/60-8. If you have trailer built for a 4-bolt wheel, I recommend the Kenda Tire and Wheel # AM3H290. If it is a 5-bolt wheel, I recommend the # AM3H310. Both have a weigh
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• Why is the Wheel on the Kenda 5.70-8 Wheel and Tire Combo Rated Lower than the Tire
• On the Kenda 5.70-8 Tire and Wheel Combo, # AM30153, Kenda uses a load range D tire because the 8-ply load range D tires have a stronger construction than 6-ply load range C tire. Even though there is a higher rated tire on the wheel, the maximum weight capacity is still only 910 lbs. You will just get a stronger tire with this combination that will last longer than a load range C tire. Unfortunately, we do not carry an 8 inch wheel and tire combo with a 4 on 4 bolt pattern that has a weight
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• 205/65-10 Load Range D Trailer Tire Mounted on a 4 on 4 Bolt Pattern White Steel Trailer Wheel
• We do have a Load Range D tire in size 205/65-10 mounted on a white steel wheel with the 4 on 4 bolt pattern. You would need # AM3H410. It is rated for 1,330 pounds at 70 psi. I have included a link to a video review for this tire and wheel combo for you.
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• 4.80-12 Trailer Tires Keep Blowing Out on 2000 Coachman Camper Trailer
• Trailer tires are made with a thicker side wall than passenger car tires. Because of the thicker side wall they generate more heat. If they are under inflated and/or overloaded, that generates even more heat and can cause the tire to fail. Always inflate trailer tires to the maximum psi rating as indicated on the tire. If a tire sits long enough, it can suffer from dry rot or environmental wear unless covered when not in use. Given the area you travel in this could also be a factor. You will
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• Will Going to a Higher Capacity Trailer Tire Increase the Weight Capacity of the Trailer
• No, adding a higher capacity trailer tire does not increase the capacity of the trailer UNLESS the tires you have are rated lower than the axle capacity. A trailers weight capacity is set by the axle so that is what you will be limited to. If you check the trailer tongue or frame, somewhere there should be a plate or sticker that lists the axle capacity. If you cannot find this information then it may be on the axle itself. If you still cannot find it there then you will need to pull off a hu
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• Can Adding Larger Tires to a Trailer Increase Its Capacity
• I am glad you asked these questions. First, to tow a trailer level you need only a ball mount with the proper rise or drop. I have included a link to our FAQ article that explains how to measure for rise/drop and a link to our ball mount main page. For the tires, going to a higher capacity tire does not increase the capacity of the trailer itself. The trailer capacity is set by the axle capacity. There should be a plate or sticker on the trailer tongue or frame somewhere that lists the capaci
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• How Much Taller is a 5.30-12 Trailer Tire Compared to a 4.80-12 Trailer Tire
• For a 4.80-12 trailer tire, the overall diameter or height is 20.5 inches. For a 5.30-12 it is 21.9 inches. That is a difference of 1.4 inches but you will only see half of that, 0.7 inches, in added height. Please keep in mind that going to a taller tire will raise the center of gravity of the trailer and can lead to the increased likelihood of sway. Going up 0.7 inches may not be much of a factor but you will just need to be aware of the possibility. Also, the 5.30 tire will be 1/2 inch
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• Trailer Tire and Wheel Combo with a 15 Inch Wheel and 5 on 5 Bolt Pattern
• For a 5 on 5 bolt pattern I have included a link to the available tire and wheel combos that we offer. The tires on these wheels is size 205/75-15. A 225/75-15 tire will not fit on the 15 inch wheels that we carry that have the 5 on 5 bolt pattern. Our 5 on 5 wheels are 5 inches wide and the 225/75-15 tires will only fit on wheels that are 6 to 7 inches wide (measured from bead seat to bead seat). I have included a link to our tire size FAQ chart for you.
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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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• Is the Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire a Dependable Trailer Tire
• Most tires, whether they are passenger vehicle tires or trailer tires, will stand up to the test of time provided they are properly maintained. The tires we carry are the same. Trailer tires must be inflated to the maximum psi as indicated on the tire sidewall. This is because trailer tires are constructed with a thicker sidewall. Because of the thicker sidewall they can generate more heat and if under inflated they will generate excess heat and cause the tire to fail prematurely. This issue is
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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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• Country of Origin of Kenda Loadstar ST205/75D15 Trailer Tire # AM1ST92
• Like the vast majority of trailer tires, the Kenda Loadstar ST205/75D15 Trailer Tire # AM1ST92 you referenced is made in China, or in other cases, Taiwan.
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• Should Trailer Axle be Changed from a Normal Axle to a Torsion Axle on Home Made Tear Drop Trailer
• You can go to a torsion axle and different tires and wheels if you so choose. You have to consider what you are trying to accomplish by doing so to determine if it is worth the expense or not. Normally I would say you could change to a different tire size if there is clearance to do so but Harbor Freight trailers tend to have odd bearings and if changing the hubs is required to go to a larger size tire and wheel you may not be able to without changing the axle any way. If you do change out th
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• Trailer Tire for a 2005 Aliner Classic Trailer with 165/80-16 Tires
• A tire size of 165/80-13 is not a common trailer tire size. Check to see if it is actually a 175/80-13 or 185/80-13 because those are common sizes. If you do have a 165/80-13 tire then it may actually be a passenger vehicle tire or light truck tire. The closest match is going to be a 175/80-13. It will be about 3/4 of an inch taller and 0.3 inches wider than a 165/80-13. For a 175/80-13 if you need a bias ply tire use # AM1ST77. For a radial use # AM10210. You want to make sure you keep t
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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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• Improving Tire to Fender Clearance So Fenders Will Not Cut Tires
• Looking at your photo, my suspicion is that at some time the the tire and wheel size of that trailer was changed from the stock size. If the stock size is known, returning to that size would fix your clearance problems. Changing to a narrower wheel/tire might help, but from the photo you provided it looks like the wheel/tire combo you are using is too tall, so going down to a 14 inch wheel might not be a bad idea. I would recommend going with a 14 inch wheel like part # AM22328 with a radi
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• What Size Tires Fit on the 15 x 5 Trailer Wheel with 5 on 5-1/2 Bolt Pattern
• A 225/75-15 tire will fit on a 6 to 7 inch wide wheel. There are no wheels with this width that also have the 5 on 5-1/2 inch bolt pattern. For wheel # WHI155-555WS-T you would need to put on size 205/75-15 tires. I have included a link to the options for you.
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• Replacing steel wheels @ 50psi with aluminum @ 65psi
• Because the clearance between your two tires is pretty snug already, I would recommend you stay with a 14 inch wheel. Given that your distance between the front and rear tires is 2.25 inches, going with a 15 inch wheel will change that distance to 1.25 inches which is closer than I would be comfortable with. When driving over uneven pavement or while making sharp turns, the suspension allows the axles to move around to a certain degree. If the tires were any closer together than they are now, th
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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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• Are Dexstar Galvanized Trailer Wheels Hot Dipped
• All the Americana or Dexstar galvanized trailer wheels we offer are indeed hot dipped.
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• Will a 5.30x12 Trailer Tire Fit on a 12 x 4 Aluminum Trailer Wheel
• Yes, the 5.30x12 tires you have will fit the HWT Series S5 wheel # AM22319HWTB. For a valve stem you can use # AM20904 rated for up to 100 psi.
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• Can Kenda Loadstar ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire, Part # AM1ST86, Be Used as New Mobile Home Tires
• The Kenda Loadstar ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire, Part # AM1ST86, is not a one-time-use tire. It is specifically designed for routine use on a trailer and is not intended for use on other vehicles. This bias trailer tire is built with the stiff sidewall needed to support its Load Range C weight rating. It can carry a maximum load of 1760 lbs at 50 psi inflation pressure, making a set of these suitable for use on a 3000-lb-rated trailer axle. I have included a link to a helpful article con
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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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• Do Kenda Karrier ST 175/80R13 Trailer Wheels/Tires, Part # AM31951, Come Pre-Balanced
• The Kenda Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Wheel/Tire, part # AM31951, is not fully dynamically balanced when the tire is mounted. Full dynamic balancing of trailer tires is less critical than for passenger vehicle tires, where a severe out-of-balance condition could be noticeable. However, Kenda does match the low spot of the tire with the high spot of the wheel when mounting them to achieve a partial balance.
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• Can You Run 110 psi Tires on Wheels with an 80 psi Rating
• I spoke with one of the engineers at HWT and he told me that the psi rating for an HWT wheel and tire assembly is only limited by the valve stem and tire. If your current wheels or new wheels have a psi rating under 110 psi, it is okay to use tires with a 110 psi rating as long as you are using a metal valve stem that can handle 110 psi. We offer the Americana Metal Valve Stem, # AM20906. It is 1-1/4 inches long and it will fit a .625 inch (5/8 inch) rim hole diameter. You will want to compa
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• Maximum Speed Rating for Trailer Tires
• Unless otherwise stated all trailer tires are rated at a maximum speed of 65 miles per hour. The Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire # AM32153 that you referenced is no exception and should not exceed 65 miles per hour. You should also note that trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum psi listed so as to prevent heat build-up and to allow the tire to be used at its maximum capacity. I attached an FAQ article on trailer tires that you should find informative also.
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• How to Pick out New Tires for a 1998 Coleman Pop Up Camper
• In order to get the correct replacement tires for your 1998 Coleman Pop Up camper you are first going to need to know the size of the tires that are currently on your wheels. There will be a size listed on the side of the tire. For example the Loadstar K399 Bias Trailer Tire # AM1HP52 that you referenced is a 205/65-10 sized tire. If you check out the picture I attached you can see where this size is printed on the tire. Once you know what size you have you will be able to pick out the ri
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• Center Cap, Valve Stem, and Offset of 15x6 Americana Aluminum HWT Series S5 Trailer Wheel
• The center caps are not included with the Aluminum HWT Series S5 wheels like # AM22648HWTB. You would need chrome center cap # AM90154. The wheels do have a zero offset. For a valve stem use # AM20904. The wheel is rated for 80 psi and the valve stem up to 100 psi so you will want to go to a max of 80 psi.
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• Can Kenda ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire, Part # AM10501, Replace Light Truck Tires on 5th Wheel
• The Kenda ST235/85R16 Radial Special Trailer Tire, part # AM10501, will fit your 16 x 6 inch rims. Special Trailer tires (ST type) have a stiffer sidewall than light truck (LT) tires and so will not provide quite as soft a ride. Special Trailer tires also usually carry a speed rating of up to 65 mph maximum. I reviewed a number of different NuWa 5th wheels on their website. The manufacturer specifies both LT and ST type tires depending on the series and model. For example, the 8 models i
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• Using Two Different Tire Makes on Single Axle Boat Trailer
• Ideally, you would want to use identical tires on the same axle, but as long as both tires are the same size, both radials and are both of the same load range, using two different makes of tire on your boat trailer will not cause a problem. Be sure to keep your trailer tires fully inflated to the maximum psi listed on the tire sidewall for maximum performance and tread life. I have linked you to a tire FAQ article that you might find helpful.
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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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• Replacement Tire in Size 4.80/4.00-8 for Industrial Use
• Thank you for providing the photo of your tire. My contact at Kenda told me that this appears to be a wheel barrow tire. I explained that you are using the tire in an industrial application and he indicated that as long as the new tire will not be exposed to excessive heat, and is used within its specified inflation/weight rating, that one of their trailer tires should be a suitable replacement. We offer replacement trailer tires as both tire-only and tire-with-wheel in this size, 4.80/4.00-
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• What is the Diameter of the Pilot Hole on Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel WHI155-555WS-T
• The pilot hole on the # WHI155-555WS-T steel spoke trailer wheel is 4.25 inches. It has a 5 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern and a 1/2 inch offset. I am including links on determining the bolt pattern of a wheel and an FAQ on common tire and wheel questions if needed.
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• Comparing a 185/80-13 Tire to the 175/80-13 Size on Americana Trailer Tire AM1ST77
• In height or total diameter, a 185/80-13 and 175/80-13 like part # AM1ST77 only differ by about 5/8 of an inch. The 185 would have a diameter of 24.65 inches while the 175 would have a diameter of 24.02 inches. The section width, or thickness of the tires differs is slightly more noticeable. The 185 would be 7.28 inches wide while the 175 is 6.89 inches wide. Take a look a the FAQ I have linked for more information on tire sizing.
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• Correct Replacement Trailer Tire Size for 1-1/2 Ton Utility Trailer That Uses 215/75R/15 Tires
• The tire size currently on your trailer, 215/75R/15, is a light truck/passenger tire and not a trailer tire. You will be better off with tires made specifically for use on a trailer and rated appropriately for the axle. Keep in mind that the load your trailer can carry will be limited to the lowest rated component in the system - either the wheels/tires, the axles or the trailer frame itself. Increasing the capacity of one component, such as the tires/wheels, does not necessarily increase the we
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• Load Range F Tires Compared to Load Range E Tires for a Dual Axle Dump Trailer
• In the 235/85-16 tire size you referenced on the # AM10501 Americana tire, the load range F tires would be rated at 3960 lbs at 110 psi compared to the load range E rated at 3640 lbs at 95 psi. The load range F tires are definitely constructed to handle more weight, but whether or not they will last longer than an E would really depend on the situations in which they are being used and the actual trailer weight. We do not offer any tires with a G load rating. If you are finding that you hav
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• Availability of 4.80-12 Trailer Tire on 4 Lug 4 Inch Bolt Circle Wheel
• We offer several different wheel/tire combos that feature a 4.80-12 tire on a 12 inch rim with a 4 lug 4 inch bolt circle. We have a 4.80-12 load range C with a 990 lb capacity available on a white steel wheel, part # AM30620, a galvanized wheel, part # AM30630 or an aluminum wheel, part # AM30677. A load range B tire with a 785 lb capacity is available on a white steel wheel, part # AM30540 or a galvanized wheel as part # AM30550. I have also linked you to our trailer tire FAQ article
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• Is the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire Mounted and Balanced
• For the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire, # AM32151, it does come mounted on the wheel. The manufacturer will have the heavy spot in the tire matched with the light spot in the wheel, so it is balanced in a sense. But trailer tires are not balanced like car tires are, basically because they do not have to be. You will need 1/2 inch lug nuts like # 12CLN-L (sold in quantities of 1).
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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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• Will a Higher Capacity Trailer Tire Last Longer on a 4x8 Trailer Harbor Freight Trailer
• The first problem is that you are running lower air pressure than what the tire is rated for. Trailer tires should ALWAYS be inflated to the maximum air pressure as indicated on the tire. The reason is that trailer tires are constructed with a thicker sidewall than passenger vehicle tires. Because of the thicker sidewall, if the tires are under-inflated there will be more heat build up and than can cause the tires to fail and as you are seeing wear out quickly. If your trailer weight is a
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• What is Best Replacement 175/D13 Trailer Tire: Loadstar ST175/D13, Part # AM31233, or Carlisle
• All other things being equal, it is always preferable to have matching tires on your trailer. Different tire brands may have different tread depths and may wear at different rates due to variances in the formula used in their rubber compound. However, you can use the two different tires if you wish. As we do not offer the Carlisle tires, I suggest you use a second Kenda Loadstar ST175/80D13, part # AM31233, and keep the Carlisle as your spare.
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• Maximum Speed and Load Rating for Kenda Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire, Part # AM31233
• The Kenda Loadstar ST175/80D13 Load Range D Bias Trailer Tire, part # AM31233, is a pre-mounted trailer tire and wheel combination that uses a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern and has a white powder-coat finish. We also offer a version with a galvanized steel wheel, part # AM31242. This tire/wheel is rated for a maximum speed of 65 mph, but local speed limit laws should always be observed. It is rated for a maximum load of 1610 pounds at 65 lbs psi inflation. It is vital that your trailer tire
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• Recommended PSI Rating for Kenda 4.80-12 Tire and Wheel AM30620
• For best performance, trailer tires need to be filled to the maximum psi rating indicated on the sidewall. The # AM30620 tire and wheel is rated for 1600lbs of weight when inflated to the indicated 90 psi. I am including links to a demonstration video for this tire and wheel as well as an FAQ on trailer tires that should be helpful for you.
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• Changing Trailer Hubs to Accommodate Tubeless Tires on a Trailer with 8 x 14.5 Donut Rims
• In order to recommend replacement hub and drum assemblies for your trailer, we will need to know the trailer axle weight ratings for each axle, the bolt pattern on the new wheels you intend to use, the type of braking system used on your trailer (electric, electric-over-hydraulic or hydraulic) and the inner/outer bearing numbers. The bearing numbers will enable us to identify a hub that is compatible with your spindle. We recommend replacing all components on an axle at the same time, rather
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• Will an ST215/75-14 Trailer Tire Fit on a 6 Inch Wide Wheel
• If your trailer uses a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern then you can use wheel # AM20352 which is 5-1/2 inches wide. Or for a tire and wheel combo with a Load range C 215/75D14 bias trailer tire use # AM3S550. A 215/75-14 tire will fit on a 6 inch wide rim. The rim width is not the issue since the tire width is over 8 inches so there will be no clearance issue.
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• Galvanized 8x7 Inch, 4 Bolt Wheel and 215/60-8 Load Range D Trailer Tire
• You can get a load range D tire, 215/60-8, it is # AM1HP28. You will just need to get a wheel separately if needed, # AM20023, for a galvanized 4 bolt. A load range E is not available in this size. The D range is rated for 1,165 pounds at 70 psi. The manufacturer where we get our tires and wheels does not send this combination to us already mounted and we cannot do it in our warehouse. However, any local tire shop can mount the tire for you for a nominal fee. Current pricing for the above
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• Maximum Pressure Rating For Americana Wheels # AM22657
• The maximum pressure rating for the Americana Aluminum Mod Trailer Wheel # AM22657 is 3200 lbs at 80 psi. If you need a trailer tire to go with this wheel, I recommend the Kenda ST235/85R16 Radial Tire # AM10295. It fits 16-inch wheels and has a maximum load capacity of 3640 lbs at 95 psi. I have provided a link to our FAQ page on trailer wheels and tires. If you need a center cap for these wheels, you might be interested in the Americana Trailer Wheel Center Cap # AM90077. These caps are
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• What is the Speed Rating for Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire
• The trailer tires we carry are rated for 65 miles per hour at most. Traveling 80 miles an hour will produce too much heat for a trailer tire. The problem is that trailer tires are made with a thicker side wall than passenger vehicle tires. This means that they can get hotter faster and going over the rated speed will lead to excessive heat build up. Excessive heat build-up in a tire can lead to diminished tread life and tire failure. Radial tires dissipate heat better but are still rated the
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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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• Does Americana Steel Trailer Wheel Have an Offset
• The steel trailer wheel # AM20046 does not have an offset. All of the wheels we have in this size, 10 x 6, with the 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt patter have no offset.
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• Tire and Wheel Recommendation for a 1973 Boat Trailer with 13 Inch Wheels and 4 Hole Bolt Pattern
• We do carry 13 inch wheels with a 4 hole bolt pattern, but there are a few other factors that we will need to look at to make sure we can get you a wheel that will work with your trailer. First, we carry two different 4 hole bolt patterns for a 13 inch wheel. The bolt patterns are 4 on 4 inches and 4 on 9.44. You will want to measure from the center of one bolt hole to the center of the bolt hole directly opposite of that hole to find what bolt pattern your wheels have. I have attached an FA
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• Recommended Rims for ST175/80R13 Tires for Occasional Saltwater Use
• Since you do not constantly use your trailer in a saltwater environment, using a painted wheel and tire combo like the # AM31985 that you mentioned would work just fine for you. You will want to spend a few minutes spraying your wheels down after leaving the water to remove any saltwater residue, but most folks do that anyway. The Karrier ST175/80R13 is a load range D tire with a 1,660 lb weight capacity at 65psi. The # AM31998 uses the same tire on an aluminum wheel that is very attractiv
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• Changing from a ST205/75D15 Tire and Wheel to a ST205/75D14 Tire and Wheel on a Trailer
• The main factors that you will want to take into consideration when moving from a st205/75d15 tire and wheel to a st205/75d14 tire and wheel is the weight capacity of the smaller tire and wheel and the bolt pattern. The weight capacity of a trailer tire is divided into load ranges, B, C, D, E, or F, however, tires with the same load range will have different weight capacities for different size wheels. For example, a load range C tire for a st205/75d15 tire and wheel will have a weight capac
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• What Lug Nuts to Use on Americana Aluminum HWT Series S5 Trailer Wheel AM22330HWTB
• You have several choices of lug nuts for the Americana Aluminum HWT Series S5 Trailer Wheel, part # AM22330HWTB. Aluminum wheels like these require lug nuts with a bulge seat and the following ones have the appropriate 60-degree shape. If you want a chrome finish you can use part # 12CLN. These fit 1/2 inch wheel bolts, are 20 TPI (threads per inch) and have the standard 60-degree conical shape. Their outer diameter is 3/4-inch hex. Length is 1-1/4 inches. If you want an extra long chrom
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• Replacement Tire Recommendations for a 5.70-8 Trailer Tire
• You will want to replace your tires with properly sized replacement tires. You would want a Kenda K353 Bias Trailer Tire # AM10013. This tire is a 5.70-8 sized tire and should work very well for you. If you need a tire also you may be interested in a Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8 inch White Wheel # AM30080.
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• Availability of Center Caps and Lug Nuts for American HWT Series Wheel # AM22318HWTB
• The Americana Aluminum HWT series wheel you mentioned, part # AM22318HWTB does not include the center cap, lug nuts or valve stem. We do indeed offer a center cap, part # AM90113. The cap features a shiny chrome finish, which is not really seen in the photo. For chrome 1/2 inch lug nuts, use # 12CLN and # AM20904 for valve stems.
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• Determining Correct Trailer Tire Load Range for Single Motorcycle Trailer
• Your Sonic has a maximum tow rating of 2000 pounds. I checked the Chariot website and reviewed weight capacity for a single-motorcycle trailer, and the CS-9 model has a body load rating of 1575 lbs. All hitch receivers offered for your vehicle are rated at 2000 pounds. So in this case the overall towing weight limit is the lowest of the three, the 1575 pound trailer rating. You will still want to check the rating for your particular trailer. Given this, moving to Load Range C tires will not
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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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• How to Identify Trailer Axles
• Depending on how the trailer was made, there will be a few spots you can check to identify the axle. First, if the trailer was pre-made by a specific company, you may be able to find this information in either the paperwork or on a placard somewhere on the frame. Sometimes, the axle identity is stamped into the axle itself or into the hub if it was purchased as a complete assembly. If you cannot find any markings or notation for the axle, you will need to look for replacement parts base
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• What Does 2040 LB Mean Stamped on the Back of a Dexstar Steel Trailer Wheel
• On your wheel, the 2040 lb indicates that this wheel by itself is rated for 2,040 pounds. So for 2 of them on 1 axle, they have a capacity of 4,080 pounds or whatever the axle capacity is, whichever is lower. If you have a set of the same wheel then you have nothing to worry about since the camper weighs 3,500 pounds.
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• Tire Options on Utility Trailer With P185/80R13 Tire Size
• First, I would try to find a identification tag on the trailer to determine the weight capacity of the trailer and if it list a recommended tire size. This would help you determine the capacity of the tire you will need. The P185/80R13 size is a passenger tire size. A trailer tire will always have a ST designation before the first number to let you know it is a special trailer design tire. A trailer tire will have stronger sidewalls and normally a higher load capacity compared to a passenger
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• What is Wheel Offset on Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel with Offset, Part # AM20404
• Your understanding of the wheel offset is correct. With a positive 0.5 inch offset the wheel moves toward the trailer 1/2 inch, resulting in 2 inches of the wheel in front of the hub and 3 inches of the wheel behind the hub. (Negative offset would have the opposite result, moving the wheel outward away from the trailer.) I have included a photo of the wheel indicating this graphically. Yes, a 205/75/R15 radial automobile tire will fit this wheel, but this item is designed for use on a traile
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• Weight Capacity Difference Between 6-Lug and 8-Lug Wheels
• A 6-lug wheel can be on a trailer that has an axle capacity of 3,500 lbs, 4,400 lbs, 5,200 lbs and 6,000 lbs. The 8-lug wheels on a trailer can fit a trailer with axle capacities of 5,200 lbs, 6,000 lbs, and 7000 lbs, and higher. An individual 15-inch, 6-lug wheel will have a capacity of 2,830 lbs at 80 psi. An individual 16-inch, 6-lug wheel has a capacity of 3,050 lbs at 90 psi, and an individual 16.5-inch, 6-lug wheel has a capacity of 3,040 lbs at 80 psi. A 8-lug wheel will be either
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• Meaning of F78-14 Designation on Kenda Loadstar ST205/75-14 # AM1ST86 Tire
• The F78-14 shown on the ST205/75-14 # AM1ST86 tire you referenced designates the old tire size for that tire. The alpha numeric tire sizing was common in the 1960s and early to mid 1970s. A few of the tire companies still show the older tire sizes to help folks cross-reference when they are replacing old tires.
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• What is the Bolt Pattern of 4 Bolt Trailer Wheels
• If I am understanding you correctly you are asking what the wheel bolt pattern is for a trailer rim with four lug holes. Most likely it is going to be a 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern. But I attached an FAQ article on how to determine bolt patterns for you to check out.
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• What is the Cold Inflation Pressure of a Loadstar 4.80-12 Tire
• In order to determine the specific cold inflation pressure of your tires, I will need to know the load rating of the tire. The load rating or load range designation should be stamped on the tire. We carry two Loadstar 4.80-12 tires, a load range C tire, # AM10062, and a load range B tire, # AM10060. The inflation pressure will be different based on the load rating. The load range C tire can support a maximum load of 990 lbs at 90 psi and the load range B tire can support 785 lbs at 60 psi.
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• Is the Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel # AM20404 Available Unpainted
• All of the wheels we sell will have a finish on them to protect them from the elements. The wheel manufacturers do not offer the wheels unpainted. The Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel, part # AM20404, you have referenced is a 15 inch diameter with a 5-inch width. It comes with the black powder coat finish. The same wheel in 14-inch would be the Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel, part # AM20304. This is a 14 inch diameter wheel with width of 5-1/2 inches. It is also black powder coated.
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• Availability of Tire Wider Than 4.80-8 to Fit on 8 Inch Wheel
• For an 8 inch wheel, you could go with a 5.70-8 tire size, which would be almost an inch wider. This tire fits on an 8 inch by 3-3/4 inch rim, but would be about 2 inches taller in diameter. If going with a taller and wider tire would not cause any clearance issues on the inside with the trailer or the fenders, this would be a good way to go You can see our available 5.70-8 tires by clicking on the link I provided. We have three tires available in that size, with a 1,075, a 910 and a 715 l
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