Looking for 15 Inch Silver Trailer Wheel with 6 on 5-1/2 Bolt Pattern Made in the USA

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Are these American made wheels or made in China? I have China made that look like these and they seem a little light and had one get bent, no idea how but thinking of replacing with a better made wheel.

asked by: Steve

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Taskmaster Vesper Steel Modular Trailer Wheel # TA52FR is made overseas. The similar Dexstar wheel, # AM20539, is made in the USA. I have included a link to a video review of it for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The main difference between steel wheels and aluminum wheels is the corrosion resistance. Aluminum wheels will stand the test of time much better than steel wheels. The capacities between something like the Taskmaster #TA52FR and the HWT #AM22646…

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When finding a rim that that won't rust I would recommend anything made from Aluminum. Depending on what your bolt pattern is The Aluminum Lynx Trailer Wheel - 15 inch x 5 inch Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - Silver #LHSL301. This has a bolt pattern of 5 on…

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The HWT in the name of the Aluminum HWT Hi-Spec Series 03 Mod Trailer Wheel - 15" x 6" Rim - 6 on 5-1/2 #AM22646 you were looking at is the companies name as an abreveation. The full name is Hi-Spec Wheel and Tire. The #AM22646 has a load…

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Yes, the HWT Aluminum HWT Hi-Spec Series 03 Mod Trailer Wheel #AM22646 referenced in your question will work perfectly with your current ST225/75R15 size tires. This 15 inch wheel with a 6 inch width is a match for ST225/75R15 trailer tires. The…

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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 6

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Hey Vaughn, thanks for reaching out! The max psi rating of the Americana Aluminum Mod Trailer Wheel #AM22646 will be the equivalent to the rating of the valve stem that you install on it. The Americana Metal, Bolt-In Valve Stem #AM20906 can handle up…

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Yes, they do. The Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs item #F95FV will fit the dually and single rear models of the 2024 Ford F-350 4WD. These air bags have a 7,500 lbs capacity that will level out the rear end of your F-350…

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The difference between a load range E and load range F tire of the same size, 235/85-16, is the weight capacity and pressure. The Karrier Radial Tire, Load Range E, #AM10295, has a capacity of 3,640 pounds at 95 psi. The Load Range F Tire, #AM10501,…

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For a wheel that is 5 inches in width and 15 inches in diameter you would want tires that are size ST205/75-15. For the tire size ST225/75R15 you listed you would want a rim that is from 6-7 inches in width. I attached a department page that has all…

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I'd recommend the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles part #e57SR which measure 25-1/4" long and have a bit more capacity than your standard 3,500 lb spring so they won't wear out as fast. This means you must also replace…

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Answer 12

Using the Shackle Bolt with Locknut for Double-Eye Springs - 3" Long, part #166081, indicates that your leaf springs are 1-3/4". If that is the case, the bushings you need have an inner diameter of 9/16" and an outer diameter of…

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