Can a Trailer with 16 inch Wheels go to 15 inch Wheels If Weight Capacity is Adequate

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I have a 03 HR Alumascape 30RLD, can I switch from a 225/75/16E to 225/75/15E? The 15inch are much more common and cheaper with same weight rating and height.

asked by: Ken J

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As long as you match up the wheel bolt pattern, the height that you would need for the tire, and the weight capacity needed for the trailer you certainly can go to a 15 inch wheel and tire from a 16.

The part # AM32680 has a 6 on 5-1/2 inch bolt pattern and has a weight capacity of 2,830 lbs at 80 psi. If you are unsure what you wheel bolt pattern is check out the link I attached that details how to determine this.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes the Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel #AM20741 is the same as the 17-243 that you mentioned so this would be an exact replacement.

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Answer 2

You may be able to still use a 225/75-15 tire but use a higher load range. The highest we have in that size is a load range E rated for 2,830 pounds at 80 psi, #AM10303. Four of these on a tandem axle trailer would have a capacity of 11,320 pounds…

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Answer 3

The reason that you cannot find a list of all load ranges and the weight capacity for each in regards to trailer tires is because it will be different for each size. For example, a 205/75-15 tire like part #AM10245 which has a load range D rating is…

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Answer 4

The standard six lug bolt pattern for trailer wheels is 6 on 5-1/2 inches. If you have a six lug bolt pattern this would be what you'd have. The pilot diameter wouldn't be an issue either as the 6 lug wheels use a large enough pilot diameter…

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Answer 5

The first thing you will need to check is if there is enough space around the existing tires to use the larger size. Based on the old size you have, 235/75-15 (which isn't a common trailer tire size) the tires are approximately 28.8 inches tall…

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Answer 6

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 9

The Solera Gas Strut part #LC280343 is designed for Lippert-Solera branded awnings. That said, it should be able to be used with others but you'd need to verify the dimensions in order to ensure compatibility. The length for this strut will be…

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Answer 10

That is an excellent question and is asked more often than you think. Electric brakes like what come in the Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-2 can be submerged in water when you are loading/unloading your boat. Since water and electricity don't…

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Answer 11

Since you have a wheelbase/axle spacing of 38 inches the correct hanger kit for slipper springs would be the part #HAP-105-205-01. And then for a 7k trailer axle the u-bolt kit you'd want would be the part #APUBR-8. I attached the diagram to use…

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Answer 12

By "mobile home type bolt pattern" I believe you are talking about a 5 spoke utility bolt pattern such as what is on the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles #8-174-5UC3. To measure your axle from hub face to…

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