Offset Wheels Needed for 95 Inch Long Axle to Bring Axle/Wheel Width to 102 Inches or Under

Updated 04/21/2021 | Published 04/19/2021

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Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - E-Z Lube - 8 on 6-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 95" - 7,000 lbs

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$1281.34

Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel w/ +0.5" Offset - 16" x 6" Rim - 8 on 6-1/2 - Black

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$137.81

Question:

what 8 lug 16 inch rim and tires could i put on these axles and not be over 102 inches wide most rims and tires that size are 9 inches 104 inches wide do you sell something that that will fit the 95 hub face 8 lug and keep it 102 inches i can see a 3500lb axle with a 95 hub face working with a 205/75/15 tire i cant see you selling them if it is going to make the trailer over width

asked by: James S

Expert Reply:

You're correct. If you use a zero offset wheel that has the mounting plate at the centerline of the wheel, installing 205/75-15 tires would add a total of 8 inches of width to your 95 inch # 8327834-EB axle would place you at 103 inches.

Using a wheel such as # AM20766 which has a 1/2 inch positive offset would move the outer edge of both tires closer to the trailer by 1/2 inch each for a total of 1 inch which would place you at the 102 inch width you're looking for.

I've linked you to a product description video for the wheel I recommended. In the video, you can see our Resident tire/wheel expert Jeff explain the details and features of the wheel, including an explanation of the offset.

expert reply by: Mike L