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tire size for 16' johnboat trailer
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<blockquote data-quote="GYPSY400" data-source="post: 449662" data-attributes="member: 8599"><p>It really depends on the ride height of the trailer compared to the tow vehicle.. if the tires make the trailer sit low because the truck is high, then sure upgrade to 4.80-12 Or 5.30-12. Ideal is having the trailer level as possible. </p><p>The other benefit of a bigger tire is that they spin slower on the highway so it saves wear on the bearings ( less heat).. if you plan on long highway trips, ( 2+hrs) this is something to consider</p><p>You don't need a 5 bolt hub with only 1000lb trailer, 4 bolt ( torqued properly) will be fine, and probably cheaper. Check the weight rating of the Tire compared to what the trailer weighs. Some of the highest weight rated tires are 5.70-8.</p><p></p><p>DO NOT use Car tires on a trailer!! Trailer tires are Trailer tires for a reason.... they have a stiffer sidewall to add stability in corners.</p><p></p><p>Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="GYPSY400, post: 449662, member: 8599"] It really depends on the ride height of the trailer compared to the tow vehicle.. if the tires make the trailer sit low because the truck is high, then sure upgrade to 4.80-12 Or 5.30-12. Ideal is having the trailer level as possible. The other benefit of a bigger tire is that they spin slower on the highway so it saves wear on the bearings ( less heat).. if you plan on long highway trips, ( 2+hrs) this is something to consider You don't need a 5 bolt hub with only 1000lb trailer, 4 bolt ( torqued properly) will be fine, and probably cheaper. Check the weight rating of the Tire compared to what the trailer weighs. Some of the highest weight rated tires are 5.70-8. DO NOT use Car tires on a trailer!! Trailer tires are Trailer tires for a reason.... they have a stiffer sidewall to add stability in corners. Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk [/QUOTE]
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