What is the Backspacing of Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel with Offset # AM20304

Question

Question:

What is backspacing, in inches, of the following wheel: Dexstar Tires and Wheels - AM20304

asked by: Monte A

1

Helpful Expert Reply:

The backspacing of Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel with Offset # AM20304 is 3-3/4-inches. Maximum load capacity is 1,870 lbs at 50 psi.

expert reply by: Adam R

1

Answer 1

Technically if the bolt pattern and weight ratings are compatible with your vehicle then you can fit trailer wheels on a car but the biggest problem you are going to have is proper tire placement. Vehicles use wheels with high positive offsets which…

view full answer...

Answer 2

Narrower tires and rims will certainly help you pick up some side clearance for fitting your boat trailer into your garage. A wheel with positive offset will also help by shifting the wheel's center closer to the trailer frame. Since you have…

view full answer...

Answer 3

The good news is that your tire size of 225/75-15 fits both rim widths of 5 inch 6 inch so either of the wheels you referenced #AM20422 or #AM20522 would fit and work well for you.

view full answer...

Answer 4

A 205/75-15 size tire can actually fit on a wheel from 5 to 6-1/2 inches wide. With that being said, it's generally better to go with the thinnest wheel your tire fits on because that puts the weight on the wheel in the most vertical position so…

view full answer...

Answer 5

The Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel with Offset - 14" x 5-1/2" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - Black #AM20304 you referenced is a conventional wheel that should work with most baby moons. We have baby moons #AM90086 that I can confirm as a fit that…

view full answer...

Answer 6

Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel #AM20304 has a pilot hole diameter of 2.62-inches which is noted in the item's specs. This wheel has 1/2-inch of positive offset, meaning that the center of the tire will be 1/2-inch closer to the trailer than the…

view full answer...

Answer 7

As long as the bolt pattern (5 on 4-1/2 inches) and offset (+.5 inches) fit then it should work. I would certainly double check your measurements and keep in mind that this wheel is for 14 inch tires. I have also attached an article on determining…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Yes, a 205/75R15 will fit a 15 by a 6 inch rim like the part #AM20522 that you referenced. For a 225/75R15 for when you are ready the part #TTWTRTM2257515D would be a great choice.

view full answer...

Answer 9

The answer to your question will depend on whether your wheels are hub centric or lug centric. Hub centric wheels center on the hub using the portion of the hub bore extending through the pilot opening in the wheel. Lug centric wheels center on the…

view full answer...

Answer 10

A 15x6 inch size wheel is normally interchangeable with a 15x5 size wheel. The 6 inch and 5 inch measurement being the width of the wheel. A tire will normally fit on a range of wheel widths. Where you want to pay attention to the different widths of…

view full answer...

Answer 11

The largest positive offset 14 inch trailer rim is the part #AM20304 which has a 1/2 inch positive offset. Most trailer wheels have a zero offset or right at zero since it helps distribute the load of the trailer on the wheel. This wheel also has a 5…

view full answer...

Answer 12

The recommended wheel width range for your tires are 5”, 5-1/2”, 6”, and 6-1/2” rims. For a trailer tire, the narrowest possible rim option is going to be the best because it provides more support for the tire. I recommend our Dexstar, part #AM20304.…

view full answer...