Trailer Manufacturer Calls for 185/80-13 Tires- Can 175/80-13 Tires Be Used Safely
Question:
the sticker on my boat trailer says to use St185/80r13 but I have st175/80r13 tires. Will these be good enough to use?
asked by: Rich
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Expert Reply:
As a general rule, we typically recommend that folks follow the vehicle/trailer manufacturer's recommendations to the letter. However, the ST175/80R-13 tires you're wanting to use are only 1/2 an inch smaller in diameter and have a tread width of only 1/4 of an inch narrower than the recommended tires. That small of a size differential won't have any negative effects. The ST175/80R-13 tires will work fine.
I'll link you to an FAQ article on trailer tires that you might find helpful.
expert reply by:
Mike L
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Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range D
- 185/80-13
- 13 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
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