Recommended Upgrade For 185/80D13 Trailer Tires That Had Blowout

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Hi Etrailer helpers! I have a question So I had a blowout on my 8ft utility trailer. I am frustrated because I just Bought them hi run trailer tires. My tire size is 175/80d13 I am looking for something better than them cheap China bombs unfortunately I got what I paid for them 80 dollars per tire at tractor supply. I am looking for something better and stronger. Than what I do have currently my Cousin told Me to suggest talking to you all about my problem. I am thankful no one got hurt due to the blowout on the interstate. I have been shook up about it ever since! I was loaded with my Zero turn Toro lawn mower on it when it went out. So I was wondering could I go with a bigger size like 185/80d13 instead of 175/80d13 so my tire options would be better. Any advice we would be greatly appreciated! Have a good day!

asked by: Tyler

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Hey Tyler,

I'm glad everyone was ok with the blowout and nothing serious happened, and to answer your question yes, you can go to 185/80-13 tires as they're just a bit larger than 175/80-13 tires. As for the right one, despite popular sentiment, the physical location the tires are made isn't the issue - as with anything else there's good and bad quality depending on what you get. You mentioned having cheaper tires, and another issue is your tires were bias tires (evidenced by the "D" in the 175/80D13).

Radial tires have cords that run side to side, which allows them to flex more, run cooler, and avoid blowouts. Bias tires are much stiffer and hold heat, resulting in more blowouts, particularly at higher speeds. So having said allllllll that (sorry that was a bit long-winded), what I recommend doing is going with the Kenda Karrier ST185/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10208.

These are high-quality, with a long 5-year warranty, an 81 mph speed rating, and 1,710 lb (per tire) load capacity. The # AM10208 is a tire I absolutely stand by, but so do our customers; there are some 6,000 reviews in and it's got a rating just under 5 out of 5, which is superb for any tire.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Ruth

9/10/2025

What is the age of these tires. Don't want them older than 6 month.

Nick S.

9/10/2025

@Ruth We do a great job of constantly rotating our stock out so that tires sent out are no more than 6 months old. That is with every tire so for the # AM10208 you are wondering about it will be a fairly young tire no more than 6 months old.

Answer 1

Hey Blake, The only difference between the Kenda tires #KE68KV and #AM10208 is the tread quality. The #AM10208 is their premium tire with a smart tread design with enhanced performance overall. While the #KE68KV is their mid-grade thread option. Both…

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Answer 2

Hey Jay, spec-wise the two tires are exactly the same and are even made by same company. Only real difference is a slightly different tread pattern so I would go with the better priced part #KE68KV all day.

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Answer 3

Hello Blake, thanks for reaching out, and good question. Both the tires you mentioned, the Kenda #AM10208 and #KE68KV are ST185/80R13 Radial Trailer Tires. The difference is the type of tire. The #AM10208 is a KR03 tire which is more intended for…

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Answer 4

Hey Justin, we don't have the Progressive Dynamics panel anymore but we do have the PowerMax30 amp part #PM98FR which is similar. This has the same 35 amp output and also is lithium compatible. What type of batteries do you have?

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Yes, as long as the actual tire size is the same, a radial ply tire like the Kenda ST185/80R13 #AM10208 will fit onto the wheel just the same as the bias alternative #AM1ST79 it's replacing. Radial trailer tires differ from bias models due to the…

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Answer 6

Hi Doug, There unfortunately isn't a guide to tell us what hubs were used on your Wesco boat trailer so I'd need you to either check for the bearing and grease seal part numbers or measure your spindle at points B, C, and D with a caliper…

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Answer 7

For the length of your current springs and the weight of your trailer loaded the leaf spring I recommend the part #e57SR which is for a 4,000 lb axle and has a 25-1/4 inch overall length.

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Answer 8

The 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,500-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long #e27SR will be the closest fit for your 3750 lb axle. Having leaf springs rated slightly higher is normal because you will be limited in capacity by the weakest component on your…

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Answer 9

Natalie, that depends on how your RV is set up. If your existing power center has a converter that isn’t lithium-friendly and can’t be replaced on its own, swapping the entire power center can be the cleanest solution. Units like the PowerMax 45A…

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Answer 10

Hey Mark! All of our wheel and tire combos like the Karrier ST185/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Aluminum Wheel #KE33JR come mounted. Are you looking for a spare for your 2014 Jayco Jay Feather Ultra Lite?

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Answer 11

Hey John, since you have a 5 lug 12 inch wheel currently and want to upgrade to a 13 inch wheel what you really only need to do is match the bolt pattern of what you have to the new wheel you are looking for. Most likely it's the very common 5 on…

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Answer 12

Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire #AM3S331 is a bias ply construction whereas the 185/80R13 you have is a radial tire construction. The difference is how the plies run inside the tire. You would want to keep the construction type the same on the…

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