Do Trailer Tires Need Balancing Before Mounting

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Do I need to get my trailer tires balanced before mounting?

asked by: Kris

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You do not need to get your trailer tires balanced before mounting. Some people like doing so but it isn't something required as trailer tires don't figure into handling the way car tires do. If you want you can add balancing beads after the fact to balance the tires if you feel the need to:

- 8 Inch, 9 Inch, 10 Inch, 12 Inch Tires: Counteract Tire Balancing Beads # CA68VR

- 13 Inch, 14 Inch, 15 Inch, 16 Inch Tires: Counteract Tire Balancing Beads # CA83VR

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The difference between a D15 tire and an R15 tire is the construction. The D denotes that it's a bias tire and the R is for a radial tire. Which is best for you depends on the type of terrain you're towing the trailer on because bias…

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Answer 2

We recommend that all trailer tires be inflated to the max psi stated on the sidewall of the tire. If the tire is under inflated, the weight capacity is lowered to an unknown amount for that tire. Although running lower air pressures can improve…

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Answer 3

On a towing setup you are always limited by the lowest rated component as the overall towing capacity since that is the weakest point. When it comes to trailer tires you always want to have them inflated to their max psi when cold. Not only do you…

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The Provider ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire w 15" White Mod Wheel part #TA47VR as with any trailer tire does not require balancing. Simply put, trailer tires don't see the benefits from balancing like vehicles do as they…

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Answer 5

The Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Galvanized Wheel part #AM32397 does not come balanced. That said, this really isn't needed for trailers. There are some benefits from balancing the tires on a trailer such as…

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Answer 6

The reason your trailer is bouncing is because it is unloaded. When your trailer is empty, more than likely the suspension is too stiff for the load. This will cause a bumpy ride and potentially cause the trailer and tires to start bouncing. This…

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Answer 7

Yes, the Counteract Tire Balancing Beads #CA45FR will work perfectly with your TPMS, but you will need to remove the external sensor prior to injecting the beads. The only time that using these balancing beads with a TPMS gets tricky is when the…

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Answer 8

Okay, let's start real quick with if you should have different load rated tires on your tandem axle trailer - you can, but it isn't advisable as they will wear differently, or you'd need to keep a real close eye on the psi of…

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Answer 9

Trailer tires and wheels do not typically come balanced from the factory like what you see with standard passenger vehicle tires. This isn't usually needed for trailer tires and most car shops don't have the needed setup to properly…

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Answer 10

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 11

I can end this debate for you real fast! Trailer tires, which will have an ST in front of the size, should always be inflated to the maximum psi indicated on the tire. Trailer tires usually do not have a recommended and maximum psi indication so I am…

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