Replacement Recommendation for a 16" Lionshead Bobcat Aluminum Wheel

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I’m looking for 16” 8 lug Lionshead Bobcat aluminum wheel either by itself or with a 235/85R16 is this an option?

asked by: Adam

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Expert Reply:

Hey Adam, thanks for reaching out!

The 16" 8 Lug Aluminum Bobcat Trailer Wheel LHSO513B was discontinued earlier this year (2024) so I recommend replacing it with the Gunmetal Gray Aluminum Bearcat Trailer Wheel # 274-000039 instead. This is also available with a tire as the Westlake ST235/85R16 Radial Tire w 16" Bearcat Aluminum Wheel # WST28FR.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Samuel C.

1/12/2026

Hey Adam, how did the Gunmetal Gray Bearcat wheel work out as a replacement for your Bobcat wheel? Knowing how it fit and performed could help others looking for the same upgrade.

Answer 1

Hello Alex, thanks for reaching out. The Goodyear Endurance ST235/85R16 Radial Tire w/ 16" Margay Aluminum Wheel #LH35VR is balanced high side to low side, but they are not spin balanced like car tires. Having them spin balanced is not required,…

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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

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 4

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

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Answer 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

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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Answer 9

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 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

Kevin, I think you are absolutely making the right call replacing those tires. Even though they still look great on the outside, eight year old trailer tires are getting into the age range where internal deterioration becomes a bigger concern than…

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