Can Trailer Use Different Brand Tires if Size, Load Range, and Construction Is Same

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I have 2 new tires on one axle of my tandem boat trailer...need 2 new ones on the other axle. Can I use different brand but same size/ type/ load range/ pressure? Only difference would be the brand. Thanks

asked by: John W

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Yes, you can use a different brand of trailer tire as long as everything you mentioned matches. Size (this is the most important to match obviously), construction (bias vs radial), Load Range, and tire pressure.

You didn't mention what tire size you have but I attached a link to a page that has all of the trailer tires we offer. You can select the size you need from the filters and then from there the other options to see what would fit and work well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

It is okay to have different load range tires on each axle of a tandem axle trailer on a temporary basis but I do not recommend using the trailer in this configuration in the long term. Also, it is never a good idea to mix tires of different sizes.…

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Answer 2

The 113/108 L is the load index which is normally translated to pounds capacity. For instance the 113 is 2,535 lbs maximum capacity and 108 is 2,205 lbs. For instance the Westlake ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D #274-000012 has a…

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Answer 3

So the 113/108 rating has to do with single or dual axles. If this is for a single axle application, then load index is 2,535-lbs, whereas if this were used on dual axles, then the load index is 2,205-lbs. The L at the end has to do with the maximum…

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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

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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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 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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

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 12

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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