Recommended Wheel/Tire Combo for a 6 Ply Radial ST205/75R15 Size Tire
Question:
I have a single axle utility trailer that I want to change out the hub assemblies and upgrade to a larger wheel and tire setup. I currently have Dexter 8-258 hubs and use ST205/75R 14s. I want to increase to 15s. Can you assist me with pricing out the right hub assembly to be able to use 15-inch wheel/tire combos ST205/75R 15 for my trailer? Also, any suggestions for a reliable 8ply radial tire for this setup would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your assistance!!
asked by: Tim R
Expert Reply:
If you need to replace your Dexter 8-258 hubs then we have a few options for you depending on what bearings your hub uses. For # L44649 inner and outer bearings you need part # 8-258-5UC1 while you will need part # 8-258BTUC1 if you have # L44643 inner and outer bearings.
Since these hubs are already compatible with a 15" wheel and they have a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern (which is the most common) you actually have a variety of choices when it comes to wheel/tire combos. I have linked our selection for you to filter through.
Out of the linked selection I recommend the 8 ply Westlake ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 15" Silver Mod Wheel # LHAW121 which has a Load Range D (2,150 lbs at 65 psi), speed rating of 75 mph, and the wheel has the popular 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern. This tire comes already mounted on the wheel.
I have linked a review video of this combo for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,200-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- L44649
- L44649
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- L44643
- L44643
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L44643
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.000 Inch I.D.
- Bearing L44643
- Race L44610
- 2000 lbs Axle
- etrailer
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Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L44649
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.063 Inch I.D.
- Bearing L44649
- Race L44610
- 3500 lbs Axle
- etrailer
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Westlake ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 15" Silver Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 205/75-15
- 15 Inch
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Westlake
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