Upgrading a Steel Wheel to an Aluminum Wheel with a Radial Tire
Question:
Will this wheel and tire combination fit on my 2019 Coachman Catalina Legacy 323 RV travel trailer? The current tires are 225 75 R15 and rims have 6 lugs? Also, what lug nuts should I get with these? Will I need a center cap also?
asked by: Paul
Expert Reply:
The Westlake ST225/75R15 # LH36FR will definitely be a good replacement for your current tire and wheel set up. The 6 on 5 1/2 bolt pattern is the industry standard for 6 lug wheels on trailers, so that will not be a problem at all. With aluminum wheels, you do need to go with a longer lug nut due to the holes being recessed into the aluminum, so the Lionshead # LHLR103 will be the ones I suggest. These also do not include a center cap, so you will need to go with the Lionshead # LHCS108-SI60C for that. These have a center plug that is removable for easy access to the spindle if you have EZ-Lube fittings on the end of said spindles as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Lionshead Trailer Wheel Center Cap w/ Snap-In Plug - 4.25" Pilot - Stainless Steel
- Wheel Covers Hubcaps
- Center Wheel Caps
- Front and Rear Wheels
- 4.25 Pilot Diameter
- 6 Lugs
- Stainless Steel
- Lionshead
more information >
Lionshead Trailer Wheel Lug Nut - 1/2"-20 - Stainless Steel - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Golf Cart Tires and Wheels
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Wheel Lug Nut
- 1/2 Inch Wheel Bolt
- Hex Nut
- 3/4 Inch Outer Diameter
- 60-Degree Cone
- Stainless Steel
- Lionshead
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Westlake ST225/75R15 Radial Tire w/ 15" Liger Aluminum Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 - Glossy Black
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range E
- 225/75-15
- 15 Inch
- L - 75 mph
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- Aluminum Wheels
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Lionshead
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Q&A: What is the Torque Specs for a Lions Head Aluminum Trailer Wheel?
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Q&A: Does Valve Stem Come With Aluminum Viking Series Valhalla Trailer Wheel TA65ZR
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Spec for a 1/2 Stud with Coned Lugs on a 15 in Steel Wheel
- Q&A: Bearing Kit For A 2021 Winnebago Voyage 3235RL With Dexter 5,200 lb Axles
- Q&A: Replacement Hub Needed for Lippert 122093 Hub on 5,200 lbs Axle
- Q&A: Can Upper and Lower Torklift StableLoads Install on Truck at Same Time
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: How to Raise Your Travel Trailer Height
- Article: My Trailer Hitch Doesn't Fit
- Article: How to Correct Noise from Exhaust Rattling Against a Trailer Hitch
- Article: Stability Control for Heavy Duty Vehicles