Increased Tire Size and Axle Flip Kit for Raising Ride Height of Trailer

Question:

My trailer is too low so trying to get a larger tire to raise it. Is there a 14 or 15 inch wheel with a lug pattern same as a 5 4 1/2 lug 13 inch wheel? as

asked by: Josh B

Expert Reply:

Yes, we have several options for 14" and 15" wheels with a 5 on 4 1/2" lug pattern. For a 14" tire you will need to ensure you have an inch of space available above your tire for the increased size. However, changing to a larger wheel size does not always result in a taller trailer.

For a 14" tire and wheel combo I recommend the Westlake ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 14" Silver Mod Wheel item # 274-000053. This is a radial tire that has an 8-ply rating and a 2,040-lb max load at 65 psi. The 14" x 5-1/2" Steel wheel has 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern.

For a 15" tire and wheel combo I recommend the Westlake ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire item # LHAW121. This is a radial tire that has 8-ply rating and 2,150-lb max load at 65 psi. The 15" x 5" Steel wheel has 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern.

Both tire and wheel combo's have a 1 year guarantee. If within the first 12 months the tire is damaged in any way that's not covered by warranty, it will be replaced at no charge. You will also be compensated a flat labor rate for the cost of mounting the replacement tire.

If you don't have enough room or would like to go a different route I recommend the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit item # K71-384-00. This kit moves your trailer's leaf springs to the top of your axle. It is for 2-3/8" diameter axles and works with double-eye leaf springs only.