Info Needed to Pick Out Smaller Tire to Allow Trailer to Fit in Garage

Updated 04/01/2025 | Published 03/25/2025

Question:

I am looking to replace the very rugged ST235-75R15 tires that my 1575 lb Little Buggy 12LRK tear camper came with with something a bit smaller so it fits in my garage and that gets better gas milage. Ideas? Thanks!

asked by: Lindsay L

Expert Reply:

Hey Lindsay, how much height are you wanting to drop so that it would fit in your garage? I would need to know that to determine how much smaller of a tire you'd need to go with.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Lindsay

4/1/2025

Jameson - We are hoping to drop the height of the camper by 2-3 inches if possible. Could we get away with a 14 of 13 inch rim? Thanks! Lindsay

Jameson C.

4/1/2025

@Lindsay You'd have to go down to a 13 inch tire and wheel to pull that off. For that we have the 185/80-13 like the part # AM3S339. Each of these has a 1,660 lb capacity so you'd need to make sure your trailer isn't too heavy.

Lindsay

4/1/2025

@JamesonC The trailer has a UVW of 1575. Would that work? Is there a reason you suggest a 185 instead of a 175? Really want a durable tire that will not blow on the highway. Have had that happen on our old trailer too many times. Thanks.

Jameson C.

4/1/2025

@Lindsay Weight capacity would be no problem. The 185 is slightly larger but it would put you into the height reduction range you are wanting. The larger size will have a bit more capacity so that's why I recommended it.