14 inch Rim and Tire Recommendation to Replace a 4.80x12 Rim and Tire

Question

Question:

I have a utility trailer with 4.80x12 tires on them with a 5 hole pattern What do you recommend to upgrade to a 14in tire/rim combo. I have a welder and lift at my house so lifting the guards isnt a problem.. any thoughts

asked by: Nathan

1

Helpful Expert Reply:

I would recommend the Karrier ST205/75R14 with White Wheel part # AM32153. This has a radial tire (preferred over bias plys) and a rim with a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern that should work well.

I attached an FAQ on trailer tires for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

1

Answer 1

We have a Detail K2 Mighty Multi Utility Trailer #K2MMT4X6 here so I went to measure the bed and it was approximately 47-3/4" wide, so there would not be enough room to fit your 48" wide plywood. There is another version of this…

view full answer...

Answer 2

There are a few things you will want to look at when changing wheel sizes. First, a 16 inch wheel and tire is going to be taller than a 12 inch. You need to make sure there is room above the existing 12 inch tire and wheel to go to a 16 inch set…

view full answer...

Answer 3

So long as your trailer hub is able to accept larger wheels, you have the same bolt pattern, and there will be enough clearance for a larger tire you can change from a 12 inch wheel to a 15 inch wheel like the Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The sides are not removable on the 6' long Detail K2 Mighty Multi Utility Trailer item #K2MMT4X6. They come attached to the base unlike the item #K2MMT5X7 which has to be completely assembled so the sides can be removed whenever necessary. You…

view full answer...

Answer 5

I recommend the Kenda Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Black Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR D #AM32424 which are rated for 2,150 lbs at 65 psi but are also rated for speeds of up to 81 mph. I have added a link to a video review to…

view full answer...

Answer 6

The difference between the tire diameter you'd have now and a 14 or 15 inch trailer tire size would be about 6 inches. This would take up about 3 inches of your current fender to tire clearance so you'd need to make sure that wouldn't be…

view full answer...

Answer 7

Yes when you do an over-under kit you have to weld the seats to the axle for it to be installed properly. It is recommended to tack weld the new spring seats into place but a complete weld job is not required when installing the over-under conversion…

view full answer...

Answer 8

You do indeed have a 12 inch rim. When you measure the diameter of the wheel, you'll need to measure the diameter of he wheel where the tire bead meets the wheel. I've provided you a cutaway diagram of a wheel showing where the measurement…

view full answer...

Answer 9

In order to change tire sizes you will want to measure the clearance you have with your existing tires and compare that to the difference in size. As a general rule of thumb you are going to want around 3-4" of clearance between the top of the…

view full answer...

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…

view full answer...

Answer 11

You can potentially use new tires and wheels on your trailer as long as there is clearance all around the existing tires for the larger size. Going to a 13 inch like with #AM31985 you will need at least 1.8 inches clearance above the existing tires…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Yes, the Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire #AM10140 referenced in your question will fit the same 12 inch wheel with a 4 inch width that your existing 4.80-12 size tires are mounted to. Just note that the ST145/R12 tire will be…

view full answer...