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  • Replacement Trailer Tires to Replace Automotive Wheels and Tires on Trailer
  • Trailer tires should have ST in front of the 215/65R17 tire size. This stands for Special Trailer and tells you they are specifically designed for trailer use having a stronger sidewall than automotive tires. Kenda is a company that makes automotive as well as trailer tires. I've attached an article to assist with some of the general tire questions for trailers. Due to the wheel size, I would think they are automotive tires as we have no tires that are a fit for 17 inch wheels and...
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  • Replacement Galvanized Steel Fenders For a 1998 Escort Single Axle Boat Trailer
  • Here is a list of our single axle boat trailer fenders which are galvanized. You will need to verify which will work best on your 1998 Escort boat trailer. CE Smith Single Axle Trailer Fender 8" Wheels # CE17700G CE Smith Single Axle Trailer Fender 12" Wheels # CE17701G CE Smith Single Axle Trailer Fender 13" Wheels # CE17800G CE Smith Single Axle Trailer Fender 14"-15" Wheels # CE17900G
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  • Can I Use A Passenger Vehicle Wheel In Place of Trailer Wheel on Nomad Tandem Trailer
  • I cannot recommend using a vehicle wheel in place of a trailer wheel for any period of time. Passenger vehicle wheels are not manufactured the same as trailer wheels and not made to handle loads like trailer wheels. To determine which wheel you will need, you will have to measure the bolt pattern of your Nomad trailer (see FAQ). You will also need to measure the diameter of the wheel and the correct replacement tire size.
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  • Replacement Special Trailer Tires for Triton Aluminum Boat Trailer
  • It is possible but unlikely that a trailer manufacturer would use different size special trailer tires on the front and rear axles of one of their trailers. More likely is that a previous owner substituted alternate tires. We recommend that all tires on a trailer be of the same type, size and load range rating. If you do not have the original documentation for the trailer then I suggest you contact Triton (800-232-3780) with the trailer VIN to confirm the recommended tire type (bias ply...
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  • Can Boat Trailer Lights Be Used on a Camper?
  • You can absolutely use boat trailer lights on a camper. The trailer lights for boat trailers are the same in function they just are sealed for submersion instead of just water resistance. I've linked the page for all of the submersible trailer lights to assist so you can get the style and function desired. I've attached an article to assist with lighting requirements for trailers to assist.
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  • Recommended Trailer to Replace a 1990 Lil' Rider Boat Trailer
  • It looks like the Lil Rider trailer was made by Load Rite. They don't make that trailer anymore but they may have something like it. I could not find any pictures or schematics for your trailer so I am not sure what size or type it is. We do have CE Smith boat trailer # CE48810. It is for boats and personal water craft that are up to 12 feet long. It has an 800 pound capacity. I have linked a video review of this trailer for you.
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  • Replacement 4-Way Flat Trailer Wiring Harness For 10' Trailer
  • This will depend on your trailer and how you prefer to wire the lighting. For a steel trailer you can use a 20 Ft 4-Way Trailer Wiring Harness # A20WB. This harness only has a 30" ground that will attach to the trailer frame and all the lights will ground to the trailer frame to complete the circuit. The 25 Ft 4-Way Trailer Wiring Harness # A25W2GWB has a ground wire that runs the full length of the frame. With this harness you will not use the frame as a ground circuit so all marker...
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  • Replacement Trailer Tires Needed for a Trailer with H78-15-LT Tires
  • Your trailer tires work out roughly to be the same size as a 225/70-15 tire or a 215/80-15 tire. By my calculations the 225/70-15 tire is 27.4 inches tall and 8.9 inches wide and the 215/80-15 tire is 28.6 inches tall and 8.5 inches wide. The LT designation on your tires is for light truck applications and you would be better off using ST (special trailer) tires that are designed for use on trailers. We do not have an exact match to the above mentioned tire sizes but we do have two tire...
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  • Replacement Trailer Fender Replacement For Single Trailers With 16 Inch Wheels
  • Unfortunately, we do not carry the Single Axle Axle Trailer Fender # F13X36-1R you reference anymore. That product has been replaced by the Single Axle Trailer Fender # HP66VR. The Single Axle Trailer # HP66VR has the same measurements as the Redline Trailer Fender F13XR-1R, and will fit the same sized trailer wheels.
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  • Replacement 72" Trailer Fender for Tandem Axle Tilt Bed Trailer
  • We have two different styles of bolt/weld on fenders that will work great for your trailer. We have Tandem Axle Teardrop Trailer Fender # HP24VR or the standard Tandem Axle Trailer Fender # HP84VR. Both of these replacement fenders are designed to fit tandem axle trailers with 14" and 15" wheels. They measure 72" long which is what you currently have. I like the look of # HP24VR more because it has a more finished look.
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  • Replacement Aluminum Wheels For 2019 Karavan Single Axle 3,100LB Boat Trailer
  • Yes, the Aluminum Jaguar Trailer Wheel - 14" x 5-1/2" Rim # LHSJ211G will fit your 2019 Karavan Boat Trailer. This wheel has the same 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern that your single axle 3100 custom bunk trailer came with. We have the Karrier ST215/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10229 that is the same size that would have came on your trailer as well if you need tires for the new wheel.
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  • Will Replacing Axles with Higher Rated Axles Increase Trailer Weight Capacity
  • You can increase your trailer axle weight capacity by swapping out your tandem 3,500 lb axles for higher capacity axles like ones rated for 6,000 lbs but the trailer axles aren't always the lowest rated component on a trailer. We do have a wide variety of trailer axles that I am linking for you to filter through but you'll need to match the hub-face and spring-center measurements with what you currently have (see attached photo) and you'll need to verify with your trailer manufacturer that...
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  • Weight Distribution Recommendation for 6700 lb Trailer
  • A fully loaded trailer weighing 6700 lbs would have a tongue weight that ranges between 600-1000 lbs, so you'd want to choose a system that's rated to cover that possible range. A typical chain-suspended unit like the Curt # C17057 MV weight distribution system would work fine for a utility trailer that's non enclosed, but if it's an enclosed cargo trailer or a travel trailer, you'll really want to do yourself a favor and choose a system with an integrated sway control component. Long...
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  • Replacement Trailer Suspension For Single Axle Boat Trailer
  • From the looks of the photo you sent it does not look like you have an OEM suspension system on your boat trailer. I recommend securing the suspension rail to the trailer frame in a more secure manner like drilling and using bolts so that it does not shift. If you look on the frame of your trailer there should be a plate with the trailer VIN number and the axle capacities of the trailer. You will want to pick leaf springs that are as close to the axle capacity as possible. You will want...
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  • Spare Wheel and Tire with Carrier for CE Smith Multi Sport Boat and Kayak Trailer CE48870
  • For a matching spare tire and wheel use the Loadstar 4.80-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" Galvanized Wheel part # AM30670 with the CE Smith trailer part # CE48870. To attach the tire to your trailer the CE Smith Spare Tire Carrier for Trailers part # CE22011Z-11050-2 will match both the trailer and wheel so you will be set.
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  • 13 Inch Trailer Tire Recommendation for Landscaping Trailer
  • You would need to go with a trailer tire that has ST before the size as they are the only tires rated for use on a trailer. You would need to go down to a 12 inch tire and wheel so that you can go with something that will fit your trailer. For that you would want the part # AM31208 for if you have a 4 lug bolt pattern or part # AM31202 for if you have a 5. These wheels overall diameter will be just a tiny bit smaller than the size you currently have that does fit.
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  • Replacement Trailer Lights for Palomino Camper Trailer
  • Your Palomino trailer should be following the "Less Than 80" Wide and Less Than 30' Long" guidelines for trailers which To replace the lights on your Palomino trailer I recommend checking out the Trailer Light Kit for Trailers Over 80" Wide # TL16RK which comes with the rear stop/turn/tail lights as well as the license plate mounting bracket (and light) and the side clearance lights. If you need to replace the middle clearance light at the back as well let me know what your current one...
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  • How To Determine Replacement Brakes And Seals For Trailer Without Removing Wheels And Hubs
  • If everything on your trailer is still original, you can get the VIN for the trailer and contact the manufacturer, and they should be able to tell you what the components are on your Northwood Nash 22H. the VIN should be on a sticker or plate near the front of the trailer, and can sometimes be on the inboard side of the trailer frame. If you have the VIN and want me to check out what components you have just send it in a return email, and I will be happy to make the recommendations for you.
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  • Replacement 4.80-12 Bias Ply Trailer Tires for Boat Trailer
  • We can offer you three choices in a 4.80-12 bias ply type trailer tire for your boat trailer. All can be seen on the link provided. We have both Load Range B tire # AM10060, rated for 785-lbs at 60-psi pressure, and Load Range C tires # AM10062 and # TTWSF48012C, both of which are rated for 900-lbs at 90-psi pressure. All three carry a 2-year limited warranty. Trailer tires should always be fully inflated to their maximum psi pressure rating as noted on the tire sidewall. It is never...
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  • Replacement Hinge for Screen Door on 2000 Sunnybrook Travel Trailer
  • We do carry a wide range of replacement parts for a variety of trailer door applications, including hinges. I have linked our main pages for all trailer door parts and also for hinges in particular. Since trailer makers don't maintain detailed record about small parts, such as hinges, used in construction of their trailers you can review the linked pages to find suitable replacement hinges. We do not offer larger components like doors and door frames since these are trailer-specific, so...
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