Does Kenda Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire Part # AM1ST77 Require Changing Rims
Question:
I ordered these thinking all bias ply tires required a tube. These say tubeless so is that going to require a different rim? Thanks,
asked by: Dave T
Expert Reply:
The Kenda Loadstar ST175/80D13 Load Range D Bias Trailer Tire, part # AM1ST77, is a tubeless bias-ply tire designed for use on 13 x 4-1/2, 13 x 5, and 13 x 5-1/2-inch trailer wheels. Please note that not all bias ply tires are tubeless. I have provided a link to a product review video for this tire.
If you wish you can take your current rims to a local tire dealer who can inspect them and advise you whether they are safe for use with a tubeless tire.
Depending on the age of your rims you may need to use a different tube-type tire or change rims. Older rims were often designed for tubed tires. Such rims will not create the necessary airtight seal required for use with a tubeless tire. (Please note that you cannot add an inner tube to a tubeless tire for use with an older rim as this will cause excessive heat build-up and potential tube/tire failure.)
If you prefer, and if your current rims have a 5-on-4-1/2 bolt pattern, you can order these same Load Range D tires already mounted on white-powder-coated steel rims as part # AM31233.
We also offer separately rims suitable for these Kenda tires, as part # AM20232. These rims are 13 x 4-1/2 size with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern, a 3.19-inch pilot hole and are intended for 1/2-inch wheel bolts.
I have linked two helpful articles on wheel bolt patterns and tire FAQs that may be useful to you. I have also included a link to our department page for trailer wheels where you can use the filters at the left-hand side of the page to isolate those wheels of the appropriate size and bolt pattern for your trailer hubs.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel - 13" x 4-1/2" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - White Powder Coat
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Wheel Only
- 13 Inch
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Dexstar
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Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire with 13" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range D
- 175/80-13
- 13 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Kenda
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Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range D
- 175/80-13
- 13 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
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