Can Trailer Tires Use Different Load Ranges

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Is it ok to run different load range tires on a trailer? I want to use a load range D tire matched to a load range E tire of the same size on one axle. Lee

asked by: Lee

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Expert Reply:

Hey Lee, so in reality you may not ever have an issue using different Load Ranges on a trailer but it's really not recommended as the tires will have to have different PSIs which could in theory create ride issues.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Your tire has a diameter of 26.3 inches and is approximately 8 inches wide, and the smallest tire the tan cover #B6102904 was designed to fit has a diameter of 28 inches and is nearly 9 inches wide, so it may be a bit loose, but it should still fit.…

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Answer 2

A 205/75-15 size tire can actually fit on a wheel from 5 to 6-1/2 inches wide. With that being said, it's generally better to go with the thinnest wheel your tire fits on because that puts the weight on the wheel in the most vertical position so…

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Answer 3

The Aluminum Liger Trailer Wheel #LH22FR has a zero offset, which is pretty standard for trailer tires.

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Answer 4

Hey Steve, like most trailer wheels the Aluminum Margay Trailer Wheel #LH34VR that you referenced has a zero offset. Unless otherwise noted you can basically assume that all trailer wheels have a zero offset.

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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 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

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 10

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 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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