Recommended Tire Replacement for 155/80R13 Tire on a Shorelander Boat Trailer
Question:
I have an older Shorelandr boat trailer that is in need of new tires. Current tires, SR155/80R13, are now obsolete. Viable options: 530x12 and 145/80R12 D/E? What are the pros/cons of each? Thanks.
asked by: Jim
Helpful Expert Reply:
I recommend the 145/80-12 over the 5.30-12 simply because the it comes in a Radial construction while the 5.30-12 is only available in a Bias construction. Either one can be used for a boat trailer, but Radial is overall better for highway use which is why I recommend going that route.
For a 4 on 4" bolt pattern I recommend the part # AM31208HWT which comes with an aluminum wheel but if you have a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern the galvanized wheel kit # AM31202.
I'm linking some review videos of each tire/wheel combo for your reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Tire w/ 12" Galvanized Spoke Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 145/80-12
- 12 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Galvanized
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Kenda
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Kenda KR25 Radial Trailer Tire with 12" Aluminum HWT Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 145/80-12
- 12 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 4 on 4 Inch
- Aluminum Wheels
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Kenda
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