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  • Choosing Between White Painted Wheel And Galvanized Wheel For Boat Trailer
  • For a boat trailer, the best finish is going to be galvanized. The Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range C # AM30120 that you were looking at may work fine, but I don't recommend it for boat trailers since the wheels will see a lot of water. The Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" Galvanized Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range C # AM30130 is going to hold up better and resist rust better than the white painted wheel. I attached a demonstration video for you...
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  • Galvanized Wheel and Spare Tire for a Boat Trailer
  • The reason it says not to put it on a boat trailer is because the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire item # AM32161 you referenced is on a steel wheel. For a spare tire that is better suited for a boat trailer I recommend the Loadstar ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire with 14" Galvanized Wheel item # AM3S450. Aside from the load rating and it being a galvanized wheel you are looking at an identical tire and wheel combo. This would be a better spare tire for your boat and it is a little...
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  • How to Distinguish Hub-Centric Trailer Wheels from Lug-Centric Trailer Wheels
  • It is easy to tell which type of wheel you have on your boat trailer. Lug centric wheels slide onto studs on the hub and are secured with lug nuts, like a car tire. If a wheel is hub centric, the wheel centers on the hub and bolts are threaded into the hub to secure the wheel.
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  • Radial vs Bias Tire for a Boat Trailer
  • The difference between Radial and Bias tires is that Radials will run cooler than Bias (making them last longer for highway applications) and they have more flexibility for better ground contact, traction, stability, and tread wear. Bias tires have a stiffer sidewall which makes them ideal for off-road use like on a farm. Since most people transport their boats on the highway I recommend going with a Radial tire. The other thing you will want to pay attention to is the type of wheel that...
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  • Choosing Between Galvanized Trailer Wheels and Aluminum Trailer Wheels for a Boat Trailer
  • In the galvanizing process, depending on how the manufacturer dries the wheels some of it can pool on one side due to the dipping processed used. That is an issue you are going to run into with many wheel manufacturers. It is an ongoing issue. What I recommend is to go with an aluminum wheel and tire combo like # AM32001HWTB or # AM31245. You pay a little more, but you still get excellent corrosion resistance, style, and none of the issues associated with galvanized wheels.
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  • Comparing 4.80-12 and 5.30-12 Trailer Tires For a Boat Trailer
  • Both the Taskmaster 4.80R12 Radial Trailer Tire # TT48012C and Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire # TT53012C will work well for long distance trips with their radial construction. They are both designed to fit a 12" x 4" wheel so you can change to the larger size as long as you have the necessary tire clearance. The 5.30R12 is 21.57" in diameter and 5.39" wide, while the 4.80R12 is 20.63" in diameter and 4.84" wide. Do remember as this is a boat trailer the higher you raise it with...
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  • Comparing the Kenda AM34834 and the Westlake LHAW124 for Use on a Boat Trailer
  • If your current Provider 235/80R16 Tires, like part # AM34834, are scraping your fenders when you go over bumps, and if they are putting you over a legal load limit of 13 feet 6 inches, then I definitely recommend going with the 225/75 size tires that you said are the recommendation for your boat trailer. When looking at the different options available for you, it looks like the tire and wheel combination that you will need is actually 225/75R15. The common bolt pattern between size 235/80R16...
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  • Comparing 4.80R12 vs ST175/80R13 for Boat Trailer
  • All things being equal it's almost always better to go with a larger trailer tire size when possible. You'll get a smoother ride quality on the trailer and since smaller wheels turn faster at the same speed as larger wheels you end up putting less stress on the hubs and wheels/tires as well. So I'd recommend the part # TA43RR which will work great. The only thing that might make a slight difference to push you towards the part # TA98RR instead would is that since this is a boat trailer...
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  • Product Differences Between Wheel and Tire Package AM30859 and AM30861
  • The Kenda 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" Galvanized Wheel # AM30861 and Kenda 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" White Wheel # AM30859 both have the same Kenda K353 Bias Trailer Tire # AM10068. The only difference is the white powder coated wheel versus the galvanized wheel. They both sit the same 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern with 0 offset. There is no reason you cannot use the galvanized wheel on your 2007 StarCraft 2106 popup camper. It will simply be a cosmetic difference. The galvanized...
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  • What is the Difference Between Part Numbers LHAW121 and MX97FR
  • The differences between the Westlake # LHAW121 and the Taskmaster # MX97FR is the wheel that is used in the combo, the warranties, and the speed ratings. The # MX97FR uses same Provider ST205/75R15 Load Range D tire, and the Vesper by Maxion Wheels with a durable acrylic finish on the wheels. It has a 2 year warranty and an 81 mph speed rating. The # LHAW121 has a Westlake tire and a wheel with a powder coating on the modular rim. It has a 5 year warranty on the tire and 1-year on the...
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  • Replacement Boat Trailer Spare Wheel For 15x5 Inch Wheel and 1,820 lb Load Capacity
  • If your trailer has a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern then the item you selected, Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel, part # AM20422 is a match. You will need to measure the bolt pattern of your trailer (see FAQ). The Dexstar Wheel # AM20422, is a 15x5 wheel, with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern and has a load capacity of 1,820 pounds at 50 PSI. If you have a 5 on 5 bolt pattern, you will need Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel, part # AM20428, which is also a 5x15 wheel with a load capacity of 2,150...
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  • Timbren Axle-Less System vs. Torsion Axles for a Sail Boat Trailer
  • I recommend the Timbren Axle-Less Suspension System # ASR2000S01 over a torsion axle for your trailer for a few reasons. First, the Timbren System increases ground clearance without increasing your trailer height. The Timbren System is also easier to replace as you can replace one spring at a time. They also operate independently of one another to minimize bounce for a smoother ride compared to the torsion axle system. An E-Z lube spindle is included with the system, but a Trailer Hub...
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  • Differences Between CE48810 and CE48870 CE Smith Multi Sport Boat/Kayak Trailer
  • The wheel/tire size is a little different, but there are a few other subtle differences. • The # CE48810 can handle boats up to 12 feet long, while the # CE48870 can handle a boat up to 14 feet long. • The # CE48810 is 11-1/2 feet long, while the # CE48870 is 13 feet long. • The # CE48810 has a winch with an 850 lb capacity, and the # CE48870 has a 1000 lb capacity winch (although both trailers are limited to an 800 lb capacity).
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  • Difference Between 3,500 lb 10-Inch Hydraulic Trailer Brakes for Boat Trailer
  • There is a difference between the two 3,500 lb 10-inch hydraulic brake assemblies you referenced, which is that one has a dacromet coating for better resistance to corrosion. Dacromet is an adhesive coating that gives added protection against corrosion so they are optimal for a boat trailer. - Dacromet Coating: Hydraulic Trailer Brake Kit - Uni-Servo - Dacromet # AKUBRK-35-D - Non-Dacromet: Hydraulic Trailer Brake Kit - Uni-Servo # AKUBRK-35 These are otherwise the same hydraulic brakes...
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  • What is the Difference Between the Dexstar Mini Mod Wheels and the Steel Spoke Wheels
  • Both the Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel # AM20352 and the Dexstar Steel Mini Mod Trailer Wheel # AM20365 that you referenced are made of the same material and have the same powdercoat finish so either would be just as great as the other when being submerged. If I were you I would pick the design that you think looks better since aside from that the wheels are identical. I attached review videos for both wheels for you to check out as well.
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  • Replacing A ST185/80R13 Wheel And Tire On A Boat Trailer
  • It is for the type of tire. Any tire with an R is a radial tire. If you see a D instead, such as the Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire w/13" White Modular Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D, part # AM3S333, it is a diagonal or bias ply tire. Radial tires are more durable, so they last longer due to their superior belt construction. This is also why they are a more expensive tire. You should never mix types of tires, so you should stick with a radial tire. My tire and wheel recommendation...
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  • Can I Replace a 195/75-14 Tire with a 205/75-14 Tire on my Boat Trailer
  • The 19575-14 and 205/75-14 tire sizes are close enough that you won't have any issues with this transition. The tire I recommend picking up is the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10234 because it's very reliable, has a load range C rating (1,925 lbs at 60 psi), and a max speed rating of 81 mph. If you don't plan on reusing the wheels on your trailer then you can get this same tire with a galvanized wheel and a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern as part # AM32156.
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  • What is the Difference Between the Green & Orange Classic Accessories 9 Pontoon Boat?
  • The only difference between the green Classic Accessories 9' Pontoon Boat with Transport Wheel 69770 and the orange Classic Accessories 9' Pontoon Boat with Transport Wheel 69774 is the color. Other than that, they are the exact same thing. They both have a transport wheel, 20 pockets, 2 insulated drink holders, dual removable gear bags, stripping basket, a wire storage/battery platform, a rod holder, and 2 detachable foam fly patches.
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  • Comparing the Fulton F2 Trailer Jacks with 1 Wide Wheel or the Twin Track Wheels
  • For ease of maneuverability, I would go with the wide wheel Fulton F2 Trailer Jack, # F1413040134. The wide wheel will have more ground surface contact and the weight will be better distributed than with a single. This is a good feature on soft ground. Jacks are good for short distances but for a better solution you may be interested in the Rack'Em Trailer Dolly, # RA20. It has a 1-7/8 inch diameter ball and is good for up to 500 pounds tongue weight.
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  • Boat Trailer Tire Size Comparison for 10 Inch Wheels
  • They are not the same size, however, I have never seen tires that are 20.5 inches tall by 18 inches wide with 10 inch wheels. The 20.5 x 8 inch with 10 inch wheels is far more likely as all the trailer wheels we carry for 10 inch wheels are more similar to this size. The Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D # AM3H430 that you asked this from is 20.6 inches diameter and 8.3 inches wide for reference. We only have one tire size smaller that...
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