Load Range D Trailer Wheel and Tire 5.30-12

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We have a 5.30 12 trailer tire and rim that need replaced. They need to be load D. Can you help me with a couple options please.

asked by: Haley L

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Expert Reply:

We have two trailer wheel and tires that are a 5.30-12 Load Range D mounted on a wheel with the part # AM30861 for a galvanized wheel or the part # AM30859 which is a white painted wheel.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The tire size I think you have is 5.30-12, which fits on a wheel 12-inches in diameter and 4-inches wide. We do still offer this tire size and you can see all available products, both tires only and wheel/tire combination items, on the linked page.…

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Answer 2

On a single axle using 2 of the Kenda 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12 Inch White Wheels, #AM30859, the combined weight carrying capacity of the tires would be 2,500 pounds. You would need to add in the weight of the boat, trailer, and anything on…

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Answer 3

We always recommend to run the maximum air pressure stated on the sidewall of the trailer tire. That is the safest thing to do because then you have the maximum weight capacity covered for any type of load you will be hauling. This prevents heat…

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Answer 4

It sounds like you have a pretty nice trip planned! Bias trailer tires do not have a set range you can travel as they meet DOT standards for a tire. With that said before you start your trip I would make sure to check your tires for any dry rot or…

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Answer 5

Since the manufacturer warns about upgrading the tire there is a good chance if you upgrade the tires it may void the warranty on your trailer. I recommend that you talk to the trailer manufacturer about replacing the tires with a higher speed rating…

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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