Recommendation For Golf Cart Rims For 18.5x8.5-8 Tires

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I'm looking for a steel rim for my golf cart. 18.5x8.5-8. Any suggestions?

asked by: Alex

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Based on your information, it sounds like you have a 7 inch rim with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern. For rims, I recommend the Americana Steel Trailer Wheel, Item # AM20028, that you reference. It is a solid center wheel with a nice galvanized finish and a weight capacity of 1,165-lbs. If you would be interested in a tire and wheel combo, I recommend the Kenda 215/60-8, Item # AM3H323, which is the same size and capacity.

Tire sizing has changed so the older size of 18.5x8.5-8 is now 215/60-8 which will make your tire hunting easier in the future.

If you have any questions or these do not match your situation, let me know and I will make a correct recommendation. I have attached articles and videos with additional information for you to check out.

expert reply by: Brint H

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If by flat you mean the paint type then the answer is no, unfortunately. The closest I was able to find apart from straight up steel is the Kenda 215/60-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel #AM3H310 which has a semi-gloss coat. Your best bet…

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Hey Barrett, ideally you have 2 inches of clearance between the tire sidewall and the frame of the trailer. Where you are at now is going to be not quite enough clearance. We don't have any wheel spacers and honestly 1-1/2 inch wheel spacers…

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The closest size we have to a 25.5" slipper spring is 24-5/8". Do understand that this may be the correct size for your application since as leaf springs sag and get flatter they also get longer in length. Also the amount of leaves a spring…

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The best option we have for you is the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring part #e84SR with the Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit part #APS4. This option will replace the leaf springs and leaf spring hanger brackets which is needed because the new double eye leaf…

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Trailer or automotive wheels can have a positive or negative offset. The offset refers to the distance between the mounting surface of the wheel that touches the hub and the center line of the wheel, as shown in the diagram I have edited for you. A…

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For the 1/2 inch lugs with your 8 inch wheels, you will want to use a torque range of 75 to 85 ft-lbs. I have also attached a helpful image that breaks down the different torque specifications depending on the wheel size/type and stud size that you…

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When you test the 4-Way on the Curt T-Connector Wiring Harness, part #56016, at the rear of your vehicle, it should show now power on all 3 pins with the lights off. If you have the vehicle head lights on, you should have around 12 volts at the brown…

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I have included a picture that shows the measurements needed for a spindle, bearings, seals, faces, and hubs. The spindle measurements are labeled A through F. A is the spindle shaft diameter B is where the grease seal sits C is where the inner…

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Answer 9

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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