Recommended Hubs for 5200-lb Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System
Question:
Im in the process of manufacturing my adventure trailer and want to use your axle-less trailer suspension. I want a hub bolt pattern to match my vehicle which is a 2012 Ford F-150. Bolt pattern for my truck is 6 x 135. I know that 6 x 5.5 is close dimension wise. But I dont know if that will work. Any help would be appreciated. Bolt Pattern Conversion 6 x 135 mm = 6 x 5.3 Thanks.
asked by: Al S
Expert Reply:
Timbren does offer two 5200-lb-rated axle-less suspension systems that can be seen by clicking on the link provided. These accept either 6-on-5-1/2 idler hub # 8-213-5UC1-EZ or hub/drum assembly # 8-201-5UC3-EZ if your trailer will have brakes. Please note that these systems may require reinforcement of the trailer frame.
These hubs' bolt pattern is slightly different than your Ford F-150's 6-bolt hubs. The two are not interchangeable and odds are that your wheels would not fit, or at least not fit exactly right. Also, vehicle and trailer wheels can differ in their offset; offset is how much closer or farther away from the wheel center that the tire is positioned. You could run into frame clearance issues if you tried to use truck wheels on the trailer.
We do not recommend using truck wheels or tires on any trailer. Trailer tires and wheels are designed specifically to handle vertical loads. Trailer wheels/tires should not be used on a vehicle and vehicle wheels and tires should not be used on a trailer.
We do offer lots of options in trailer wheels with the 6-on-5-1/2 bolt pattern. We offer 14-1/2, 15 and 16-inch aluminum, steel and galvanized steel wheels in various colors. You can see all such wheels by clicking on the included link.
We also offer both radial and bias ply trailer tires that can be seen on that link. We offer wheels and tires separately but also in pre-mounted combinations like Taskmaster ST225/75D15 Bias Trailer Tire with 15-inch White Spoke Wheel # TA92FR. This Load Range D tire with wheel is rated for a maximum load of 2,540-lbs at 65-psi. Trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum pressure noted on the tire sidewall. It is never appropriate to under- or over-inflate a trailer tire.
The linked article on wheels and tires may be of interest as you continue to plan your trailer build.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 5,200-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 12" - 6 on 5-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- EZ Lube
- 25580
- LM67048
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 5,200-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 6 on 5-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- EZ Lube
- 25580
- LM67048
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
more information >
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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 5,200-lb Axles - 6 on 5-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- 25580
- LM67048
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
more information >
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