When Is it Time to Replace Trailer Tires

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how many miles can I expect to get out of 4.8x8 tires on a pull behind motorcycle trailer with grouse weight to be less than 500 pounds

asked by: Mike H

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Trailer tires typically don't wear out before they need to be replaced due to age. In nearly every situation a tire will need replacing when it hits 6 years of age unless you have a suspension issue that causes a wear issue.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

It's pretty common for a trailer such as what you describe to have a rough and bouncy ride when empty, especially since most of the weight of the trailer was removed when you converted it to a flat bed. I believe this is more of a function of the…

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Answer 2

Yes, the Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 #AM30030 is a substitute for the Spare Tire for Malone EcoLight Trailer #MAL33FR. Both tires are capable of being used on the Malone EcoLight Trailers #MAL53FR,…

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Answer 3

The 4.00 in the Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Ply Trailer Tire and Wheel #AM30030 means that from the edge of the tire to the edge of the wheel measures 4" as you can see in the included diagram. Based on the picture you provided your trailer has the 5…

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Answer 4

It is always best to use the same tire and wheel combination for a spare that you are current using on any trailer. The Spare Tire #MAL33FR is made directly for the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer #MAL53FR that you have so I recommend going with it. If…

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Answer 5

The Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" Galvanized Wheel part #AM30010 that you have now is a bias ply tire which is not my first choice for long highway trips as they will run hotter than the radial counterpart which then increase the…

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Answer 6

A wheel, like on the Kenda Galvanized Wheel and Tire Combo #AM30010, shouldn't have a pilot hole the exact same size as your hub. It will be a little larger. These trailer wheels are lug-centric and not hub-centric, meaning they are supported by…

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Answer 7

If you prefer to just replace your tires we do offer your tire size 4.80/4.00-8. You can see both such bias ply tire options by clicking on the link provided. We offer both Load Range B and Load Range C tires, parts #AM10002 and #AM10004. If you…

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Answer 8

It's not uncommon for trailer users to deflate the tires for lightweight trailers, but when we've spoken with our trailer tire manufacturers, like Kenda with their 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire #AM30050, they've said to stick with the psi…

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Answer 9

Are the wheels on your TeeNee Trailer hub piloted or lug piloted? If they are lug piloted then you would only need to make sure the size of the pilot hole on the wheel exceeds that of your trailer hub. It does not need to match this or the wheel you…

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Answer 10

We do have tires that will fit the Steel Trailer Wheel - 8" x 3-3/4" Rim - 4 on 4 - White #AM20001. You can use either a 4.80/4.00-8 tire or 5.70-8 tire. If you're replacing tires on your trailer I recommend choosing one that matches…

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Answer 11

I can end this debate for you real fast! Trailer tires, which will have an ST in front of the size, should always be inflated to the maximum psi indicated on the tire. Trailer tires usually do not have a recommended and maximum psi indication so I am…

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Answer 12

Thank you for pointing out that discrepancy. The Yakima SkyBox NX 16, part #Y95AV, does have a crossbar spread of 24" - 36". I will have this updated immediately. As for your crossbars, the distance used is the center to center. As such,…

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