Replacement Trailer Wheel Center Cap with Retaining Screw

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I am in search of a center wheel cap replacement for my 2006 starcraft centennial 3608 tent trailer. the diameter of the cap from outside to outside is 6.5. It has a little small lip on one side that slips into the wheel on one side and a screw that secures it on the other. Any thoughts?

asked by: Jon H

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We offer trailer wheel center caps in sizes for a 2.84-inch wheel pilot hole, part # AM90113, all the way up to caps for wheels with a 5.15-inch pilot hole, part # AM90078. In about the middle of this range is the part # 319EZ that you referenced, which is the most common size for camper/trailer wheels which have a 3.19-inch pilot hole. We do not have a center cap like these with a 6-1/2-inch outside diameter.

I looked at several online photos of the 2006 Starcraft Centennial 3608 and many of the trailers shown appear to have been fitted with nice aluminum wheels. Send along a photo if you like. Sometimes specialty trailer wheels will have their own special center caps that match the cosmetics of the wheel, such as Hi-Spec wheel AM20455 which uses center cap # AM90091 or # AM90092B. These caps do use a retaining screw.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Gardner B.

6/17/2020

HOW DO THEY BALANCE THESE SERIES 06 WHEELS WITH THAT LIP TO HOLD CAP?

Chris R.

6/22/2020

I'm not quite sure what you mean. Can you elaborate a bit more?

Gardner B.

6/22/2020

@ChrisR The center of wheel has a lip to bolt the hub cap to the wheel. When I bought my tires I wanted to have them balanced. The tire man told me that he couldn't because that lip stop the wheel tighter from going into the wheel to hold it for spin balancing. I've tried another shop and was told the same thing. They say trailer tires don't need to be balanced. I think their wrong on that.

Chris R.

6/25/2020

@GardnerB I gotcha! Balancing trailer tires/wheels can definitely be a bit tricky because of things like this (along with the fact that they're centered on the hub by the lug bolts and not the hub bore - which requires a whole different balancing procedure). I will say though that they're actually right, trailer tires really don't need to be balanced like passenger tires. They're main job is to simply support heavier weights, not provide a smooth ride for a passenger. It's very likely you wouldn't notice a difference between a balanced and non-balanced trailer tire.

Answer 1

Sounds like you are looking for the 14 inch wheel version of the center cap part #AM90091 that you referenced. Which for that you'd want the part #AM90098.

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Answer 2

Tire designations ST205/75D14 and ST205/75R14 are both for special trailer tires with a 205mm width, 75-percent aspect ratio and that fit a 14-inch wheel. The difference between them is the tire's type of construction. The ST205/75D14 tire is a…

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Answer 3

We do have an option for you; the Americana Trailer Wheel Center Cap #AM90175 which will fit on 14" diameter wheels with a 5 bolt pattern. I recommend you measure the wheels pilot diameter and verify that it matches the pilot diameter of these…

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Answer 4

This will depend on the hitch used and the height of the trailer coupler. You want the trailer to be as level as possible. We have a page on calculating hitch height and coupler height to help you find what ball mount would work best. Most light duty…

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Answer 5

I have attached our 14" diameter trailer wheels for you. In order to determine the correct center cap I would need you to try and find your wheels below or send me a photo. Once done so I can see if we have options for you.

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 11

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 12

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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