Upgrading Trailer Tires and Wheels For Highway use on Harbor Freight 4x8 Folding Trailer
Updated 04/08/2019 | Published 04/06/2019
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What tires do you guys carry that will fit the harbor freight 4x8foot folding trailer? Im looking to upgrade the tires for highway use.
asked by: Sher K
Expert Reply:
From my research on the Harbor Freight 4x8 folding trailer uses 4.80-12 tires on a 12 inch wheel for the 1195 lb capacity trailer and a 5.30-12 for the 1720 lbs capacity trailer. It is a good idea to check your existing tires to see which size they are.
I recommend Taskmaster 5.30R12 part # TT53012C If your existing tires on the trailer are 5.30-12. If your existing tires are 4.80-12 I recommend Taskmaster part # TT48012C.
Both of these tires are radial tires which are designed to flex during highway use to prevent heat buildup. Heat buildup is the leading cause of blowouts so I recommend switching out the Bias ply tires on the Harbor Freight trailer with radial tires. The tires fit a 12 inch diameter wheel so you can reuse your existing wheels. They are also both rated for highway speeds.
If you need new wheels, I recommend Americana Trailer Wheel part # AM20124 with a 4 on 4 bolt pattern to replace your existing wheels. This wheel is a 12 inch wheel to fit the tires and have a galvanized finish for rust resistance.
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Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C
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