Clearance Between Tire and Frame With Timbren Axle-Less System

Updated 11/14/2017 | Published 11/13/2017

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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w/ Idler Hubs - Standard Duty - No Drop - 5 on 4-1/2 - 2K

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$750.30

Westlake ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 15" Silver Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D

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$198.68

Question:

I am considering purchasing the Timbren 2000 lb standard height axle #A20RS545. The diagram shows 4 7/8 in clearance between the frame and axle face. If I mount standard trailer tires and rims sized 205/75-15, how much clearance will there be between the inside of the tire and the frame?

asked by: Arthur

Expert Reply:

As an example, tire and wheel combination # LHAW121 uses a 5" wide wheel and 205/75-15 tire, which is 8.1" wide. If the Timbren Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System # A20RS545 has 4-7/8" of space between the frame and hub face, that would leave roughly 4/5 of an inch in space between the tire and frame, so your tires would not be rubbing against the frame if that's what you were using.

expert reply by: Kyle S