Valve Stem for Transeagle ST235/85R16 Trailer Tire

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I’m going to put Transeagle ST235/85R16 LR H on my horse trailer. Which valve stems should I upgrade to?

asked by: Arthur Y

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The Americana Metal, Bolt-In Valve Stem # AM20906 would be a great option. It has a higher psi rating than you'd need and it fits the two standard wheel valve stem hole sizes.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

You have enough room to go up to the next higher tire size for your 16 inch rim which will give you more capacity. For that the size you'd want is the #TTWPRG235R16 which is an ST235/85-16 Load Range G with a capacity of 4,400-lb max load at 110…

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Answer 2

If there is a tiny bit of play in suspension components that are designed to move you would be fine. 1/16 of an inch isn't very much, and as long as you torqued everything down to spec you would be good to go. Ideally we just don't want it…

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Answer 3

The part #34007-187-00 is indeed a 9/16-inch diameter wet bolt with a step to a 7/16-inch thread. I pulled one of these from the warehouse so I could measure it for you. The linked image shows the dimensions of each portion of the bolt. They are,…

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Answer 4

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 5

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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Answer 6

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 7

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is the…

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Answer 8

For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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Answer 9

The spring hanger placement is going to be determined by your axle spacing. For example, if your axles are spaced 33 inches apart, as shown in the attached diagram, a 7K axle slipper spring, like #e74SR, requires a distance of 28-1/2 inches between…

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Answer 10

I have attached for you below some common torque values needed for a trailer suspension system but a lot of these will vary by bolt size and other factors. U-Bolts: Varies by Size - 1/2" bolts: 45 ft/lbs - 70 ft/lbs, 9/16" bolts: 65 ft/lbs…

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Answer 11

Hey Jason, for a set of metal valve stems that fit your 2023 Grand Design 2910BH we have the part #AM20906 that you referenced which will fit and work great with your TPMS cap sensors.

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