Is it Safe for 1 Wheel to Have Offset on Tandem Axle Trailer

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I purchased a trailer second hand and one wheel had a positive offset and the other three were at 0. The one with the positive offset is wearing the tire really fast. Can an uneven offset cause that or would it most likely be a bent spindle. The axles seem straight but the offset is pretty noticeable.

asked by: Nathan B

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Using 1 wheel with an offset can cause that tire to wear differently than the others because it will be taking more or less stress compared to the other 3 tires/wheels that have a 0 offset. If the tires/wheels on 1 axle both had the same offset then that would probably make those wear at the same rate but for the best performance you want everything matching so I recommend replacing your offset wheel with one that does not have an offset like you'll find with a standard wheel, like the Dexstar Steel Mini Mod # AM20539.

If you let me know the wheel size and bolt pattern of your current setup I'd be more than happy to make a recommendation for you!

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

It sounds like you are referring to the pilot hole diameter on a 15 inch trailer wheel like #AM20539. The vast majority of trailer wheels are secured in place by the lugs (lug centric) so the size of the pilot hole on the wheel is not a concern…

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Answer 2

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 3

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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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 5

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

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Hi Hayden; that bolt pattern is really uncommon but I believe it can be found on some really old Airstream trailers. There are no modern replacements that will match. The best option is to replace the hub with one that has a common bolt pattern like…

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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 8

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 9

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 10

Since both a ST145/R12 size tire, like the Kenda Karrier S-Trail #AM10130, and a 5.30-12 size tire, like the Kenda K353 #AM10068, fit a 12 inch wheel, a ST145/R12 size tire can replace a 5.30-12 size tire. Keep in mind that these tires do have…

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Answer 11

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 12

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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