Trailer Tire Replacement Recommendation for F78-14 Size Tires on 1997 Tracker Trailstar Boat Trailer

Updated 06/10/2020 | Published 06/08/2020

Products Featured in This Question

Karrier KR03 ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D

(2325)

$170.48

Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel - 14" x 5-1/2" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - White Powder Coat

(2513)

$53.49

Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire with 14" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C

(2449)

$169.18

Question:

Im looking to replace my tires on a 1997 Tracker Trailstar trailer and looking for recommendations. The photos are whats currently on the trailer from when it was originally sold.

asked by: Andrew B

Expert Reply:

Your F78-14 size tires are the same size as the current 205/75-14 tire size so that's what you'll want to replace them with.

I recommend going with the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D, # AM10235 If you need to get this a wheel then that will get part # AM20352 which a white wheel with the 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern it looks like you have (see attached article to verify). You would need to get these mounted at a local shop since they do not come pre-mounted.

If you wanted a wheel with better corrosion resistance then I recommend the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire with 14" Galvanized Wheel # AM32156 which has the same 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern but the wheel has the galvanized finish so it will hold up much better to the water. This still has a good speed rating at 81 mph.

Attached are review videos of each tire/wheel as well as some helpful articles we have on the site.

expert reply by: Jon G