Trailer Hubs to Accommodate Tubeless Tires on a Trailer with 8 x 14.5 Donut Rims

Question:

I have trailer tires 8 x 14.5 with the donut rims, I would like to change the hubs to accomadate a tubeless tire and rim. Do you have the hubs, I would need drums for one axle for brakes, and two hubs for the other axle. Thansk

asked by: John E

Helpful Expert Reply:

In order to recommend replacement hub and drum assemblies for your trailer, we will need to know the trailer axle weight ratings for each axle, the bolt pattern on the new wheels you intend to use, the type of braking system used on your trailer (electric, electric-over-hydraulic or hydraulic) and the inner/outer bearing numbers. The bearing numbers will enable us to identify a hub that is compatible with your spindle.

We recommend replacing all components on an axle at the same time, rather than only some of the parts. This will ensure that all parts are all in safe working condition and will wear evenly.

I have attached links to three articles concerning types of trailer tires, sizes and weight ratings available, and how to determine the wheel bolt pattern. These will be useful to you in gathering the necessary information. Once you know the specific information noted above, please let me know and I will be glad to then make recommendations.

expert reply by: Adam R