Thread: trailer tires

Originally Posted by MaggiesMaster

Even cheap tires shouldn't wear out that fast. Are the 4.80-12's the correct load size for your trailer wt? You might consider 5.30's or a larger ply. Were they inflated correctly? You should always have the pressure indicated on the tire; anything less will put a lot of stress on the tire. Also, is your trailer axle in line? Sometimes you hit something(like turning too short on a curb) and knock the axle out of alignment. That will cause irregular and extra wear on the tires.
I'm an expert on screwing up trailer tires and bearings--if it can be done, I've done it!:D

distance from front of left tire ro the center of the ball is an inch and a half greater than on the right side. Taking it to a shop on thursday.

Originally Posted by Gomer Snerd

A month ago I bought a pair of 4.80x12 trailer tires. Cheap chinese ones. I bet that Gateway didn't have 15 bucks in one.5 trips and about 100 miles later they look worn out to the point of making me worry about taking them on my next trip. I am thinking about trying some p155x12 car tires next time buit my neighbor said that one of his pals tried car tires and the trailer wouldn't pull worth a hoot. Whatever that means. I put some on my Procraft and couldn't tell the difference. Of course they were f70x14s. What do you guys think???

I have a Polar Craft wide boat 17 ft. long with a 90 hp outboard, probably around 1500 lbs. I have 14,s on my trailer--actually they came on the trailer.

My boat pulls great and no bounce period.