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Old 03-19-2013, 05:13 PM   #3
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Default Re: enclosed trailer with 15" tires?

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Originally Posted by FED 387 View Post
Yes--my 24 ft trailer was originally equipped with load range c 225/75R/15 tires--they lasted one summer maybe 5000 miles if that far --replaced 2 tires in that time and finally bought used 16 inch Ford Ranger wheels and E rated tires --NEVER had a problem since and the trailer handles so much better too-- if ya dont plan on going more than 30-50 miles per tow and drive under 50 miles per hour you might be OK--- but look at it this way the trailer empty weighs about 3000-3500 pounds ---any kind of door car is at least 3500 so your maxed out right away even if you dont put a six pack of beer in the trailer---
If I upgrade the axles to 5200# it comes with 6-lug wheels but they are still 15". Will most 6-lug 16" trailer wheels (I've seen them everywhere on the internet) fit that bolt pattern? If I'm not mistaken the wheels I've seen have a 5.5" spacing.
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