Will the 5.30-12 Trailer Size fit Same Rim as a 4.8-12 Tire

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Wanting to know if I can mount this tire size 5.7-12 to the rims that currently have a size tire of 4.8-12 will this work on these rims

asked by: Craig H

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5.7.12 isn't a common trailer tire size. The closest size to that is the 5.3-12 which fits the same size rim as the 4.8-12. These two sizes fit 4 inch wide rims.

For a trailer tire sized 5.30-12 that would fit your current rims you would want the part # AM10068.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Taskmaster 4.80R12 Radial Trailer Tire #TT48012C is 4.84" wide and 20.63" in diameter. The Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire #AM10210 is larger with a width of 7" and a diameter of 24.1". There is also a large difference…

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Answer 2

I have an option that may work for you, but you will not see a significant advantage in highway performance going from an 4.8-8 tire and wheel to a 4.8-12 inch tire and wheel. In fact, going to a taller tire will raise the center of gravity of the…

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Answer 3

Both the Taskmaster 4.80R12 Radial Trailer Tire #TT48012C and Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire #TT53012C will work well for long distance trips with their radial construction. They are both designed to fit a 12" x 4" wheel so you can…

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Answer 4

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 6

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 7

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 8

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 9

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 10

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 11

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 12

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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