Can Trailer With 12,000 lb Single Axle Switch From Dual 16 Inch to 17-1/2 Inch Wheels

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Hello, can I replace the dual 16” wheels on a dexter 10k/12k axle with single 17.5 wheels as long as the bolt pattern and the lug stud diameters are the same?

asked by: Chad H

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Yes, as long as the bolt pattern and wheel bolt size match you can switch to the larger single wheels. For example, if you have an 8 on 6-1/2 bolt pattern with 5/8" wheel bolts you could use the # TA45ZR. However, you would need to find a tire that has a capacity high enough for your trailer or you would be limited by the capacity of the tire.

I have attached a link to all of our 17-1/2" wheels and tires for your reference.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

The answer to your question depends on the diameter and current length of your wheel studs on your hubs. I also do not know how much longer you want them to be. For example, if you have 5/8" diameter wheel studs that are 2" long you could…

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Answer 2

Yes, you can switch from 16-1/2 inch to 17-1/2 inch wheels and tires on your equipment trailer with 10,000 lb axles. You just need to make sure the wheels have the same bolt pattern and work with the wheel bolts size of your hub and you're good…

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Answer 3

We have several trailer wheels that will likely work for you. You didn't say the diameter of your rims but 17-1/2 inch is the most common with those specs. We have 3 Taskmaster wheels with a 4.76 inch pilot, 1 Dexstar with a 4.75 inch, 1…

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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 5

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 6

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 7

Your math is correct in your trailer weight load example. If a fully-loaded tandem axle trailer weighs 4000-lbs then each of the 4 tires will bear 1/4th of that load, or 1000-lbs. In this case a tire rated for 1300-lbs would provide a good safety…

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Answer 8

The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

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Answer 9

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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Answer 10

The 12 inch tires that we carry are rated for 65 miles per hour. Any faster than that for extended periods and the excessive heat build up will cause tire failure. To get a tire with a higher speed rating you would have to go up in size. That also…

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Answer 11

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 12

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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