How To Upgrade From 4.80-8 Tires To Larger Size On EZ Loader Boat Trailer
Question:
I know you get this question often, so perhaps I have the information you need to make a recommendation. My EZ load trailer has 480-8 tires. I have 18inch from the ground to the inside top of the fender, and 2 7/8 clearance from the trailer frame to the inside of the tire. I want to go to a larger size wheel and tire. Can you recommend what wheels and tires you carry that would allow me to accomplish this. Thank You
asked by: Tony H
Helpful Expert Reply:
I do have an option for you but we recommend 3-4" from the top of the tire to the bottom of the fender and at least 1" from the inside of the tire to the outside of the frame. It seems like you are already under the recommend fender to tire clearance so the only option for a larger size would first require lifting the trailer. This would require more details on the axle type to recommend but the most universal option is the Lippert Components Standard Axle Lift Kit part # LC425750. This should then allow for a larger tire and wheel to be used such as the Kenda 4.80-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" Wheel part # AM30630.
Products Referenced in This Question
Kenda 4.80-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" Galvanized Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range C
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range C
- 4.80-12
- 12 Inch
- 4 on 4 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Galvanized
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Kenda
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