discussion   |   photos   |   email   |   myProfile   |   home          Login Now | Sign Up


New As Posted | Active Subjects



Click to Post a New Message!

Discussion Boards > Active Subjects > Messages as Posted > Transportation Trailers Forum

Page [ 1 ] |
Reply | Pop Up Window Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo
 03-15-2018, 09:08 Post: 113930
lbrown59



Join Date:
Location: First Organized Permanent Settlement In The Northwest Territory.
TractorPoint Premium Member -- 5 Tractors = Very Frequent Poster
Posts: 1

2
Filter by User
 Trailer Rims

What is the preferred diameter
12
13 or 14
inch?






Reply to PostReply | Quote Post Reply to PostQuote Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo




Bookmarks: Digg It | Del.icio.us |
 03-15-2018, 14:02 Post: 113932
greg_g



Join Date:
Location: Western Kentucky
TractorPoint Premium Member -- 5 Tractors = Very Frequent Poster
Posts: 1

2
Filter by User
 Trailer Rims

Depends upon the size of the fenders (if so equipped), and the axle/suspension weight rating. It would be a big help if we knew how big the trailer was, and it's intended use.

//greg//






Reply to PostReply | Quote Post Reply to PostQuote Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo




Bookmarks: Digg It | Del.icio.us |
 03-15-2018, 18:57 Post: 114024
trbomax



Join Date:
Location: toledo ohio
TractorPoint Premium Member -- 5 Tractors = Very Frequent Poster
Posts: 1

2
Filter by User
 Trailer Rims

Bigger is always better.It is easier to get more load capacity,they pull easier over uneven surfaces,dont sink in soft soil,and roll at a lower rpm,thus extending wheel bearing life.






Reply to PostReply | Quote Post Reply to PostQuote Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo




Bookmarks: Digg It | Del.icio.us |
 03-15-2018, 23:51 Post: 114027
lbrown59



Join Date:
Location: First Organized Permanent Settlement In The Northwest Territory.
TractorPoint Premium Member -- 5 Tractors = Very Frequent Poster
Posts: 1

2
Filter by User
 Trailer Rims

What I was looking at is the bigger the wheel the higher the trailer sets.
The higher it sets the steeper the ramps going onto it.
On the other hand the lower the trailer is to the ground the more likely the back overhang can drag on something.
Always a trade off han't there?

I'm talking about a 16 footer to haul a BX23 on.






Reply to PostReply | Quote Post Reply to PostQuote Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo




Bookmarks: Digg It | Del.icio.us |
 03-16-2018, 04:46 Post: 114028
trbomax



Join Date:
Location: toledo ohio
TractorPoint Premium Member -- 5 Tractors = Very Frequent Poster
Posts: 1

2
Filter by User
 Trailer Rims

you can use dropped axels,or mount the axle above the spring to get it lower,add a dovetail to the trailer?






Reply to PostReply | Quote Post Reply to PostQuote Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo




Bookmarks: Digg It | Del.icio.us |
 03-16-2018, 09:40 Post: 114041
greg_g



Join Date:
Location: Western Kentucky
TractorPoint Premium Member -- 5 Tractors = Very Frequent Poster
Posts: 1

2
Filter by User
 Trailer Rims

General duty 16' tandems typically have a pair of 3500# axles. That means each tire must be load rated at 1750# or more. The rim capacity must meet or exceed the tire capacity. That pretty much limits you to 14" or larger rims with no less than five or more bolt holes each.

Check out http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatDsp?storeId=6970&N=124+1527&Ne=2 for a pretty good selection of trailer tire rim combos.

//greg//






Reply to PostReply | Quote Post Reply to PostQuote Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo




Bookmarks: Digg It | Del.icio.us |
 03-16-2018, 14:35 Post: 114071
DRankin



Join Date:
Location: Northern Nevada
TractorPoint Premium Member -- 5 Tractors = Very Frequent Poster
Posts: 67
 Trailer Rims

Most of the 13 inch rims I have seen have smaller center holes for lighter weight axles.

There is very little difference in overall diameter between a 205-75x14 trailer tire and a 205-75x15 trailer tire, and usually no difference in the load capacity






Reply to PostReply | Quote Post Reply to PostQuote Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo




Bookmarks: Digg It | Del.icio.us |
 03-19-2018, 06:22 Post: 114671
earthwrks



Join Date:
Location: Flat Rock, Michigan
TractorPoint Premium Member -- 5 Tractors = Very Frequent Poster
Posts: 1
 Trailer Rims

You should also consider the type of tires to be used too---true "trailer service" (radial or bias) versus passenger car tires. The thinner walled car tires tend to lend a "swishy" feel to the trailer at highway speeds loaded. I have tall radial 16" on my equipment trailer and it rides great with 12,000 on it. But don't put trailer tires on a vehicle--the ride will be bad (thicker side walls) and I'm told by a tire engineer, not safe especially when steering. And most tires are designed specifically for a particular model of car/truck for handling, ride quality, and suspension performance/wear.

And don't get me started on trailer axle and supsension types... Smile






Reply to PostReply | Quote Post Reply to PostQuote Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo




Bookmarks: Digg It | Del.icio.us |
Reply | Pop Up Window Reply | Add PhotoAdd Photo


Page [ 1 ] |

Discussion Boards > Active Subjects > Messages as Posted > Transportation Trailers Forum

Thread 113930 Filter by Poster:
DRankin 1 | earthwrks 1 | greg_g 2 | lbrown59 2 | trbomax 2 |

 (advanced search)



Unanswered Questions

Gas Generator Weather Protecti
Horse Injured Polyrope Electri
Do electric fences keep out de
Any Peruvian Paso Owners Out T
gas powered post driver
My new born foal is really sic
Trailer Axle
dump trailer blueprints


Active Subjects

Gas Generator Weather Protecti
Went to see Dennis Reis this w
Signs to look for prior to lab
leg injury
Broodmare has welts all over h
Some Christmas Humor For Horse
poles in the ground vs. concre
ever thought about moving?


Hot Topics

new app owner
Some Christmas Humor For Horse
Any Peruvian Paso Owners Out T
Heating a Garage
Gas Generator Weather Protecti
Do electric fences keep out de
gas powered post driver
Trailer Axle


Featured Suppliers

Mountain Creek Labradoodles
      MountainCreekLabradoodles.com





New Forums on Gun Sport Shooting and Hunting -- BarrelPoint.com  New Forums on Horses ManePoint.com
Talk Horses at ManePoint
Hunting + Gun Sports at BarrelPoint



Most Viewed

+ Used Trailers
+ U-Haul Auto Transport Trailer for CUT?
+ TOW VEHICLE
+ Truck VS Trailer.
+ trailering 8N ford
+ Buying a trailer
+ Tieing Down a CUT Tractor
+ Buying a trailer
+ Need trailer tire help
+ Can Jeep Cherokee Pull My Tractor?

Most Discussion

+ Truck VS Trailer.
+ U-Haul Auto Transport Trailer
+ TOW VEHICLE
+ Used Trailers
+ Need trailer tire help
+ Buying a trailer
+ Electric brakes with a tractor
+ Buying a trailer
+ Tieing Down a CUT Tractor
+ Small utility trailor for use

Newest Topics

+ Trailer Axle
+ 7 pin Plug on your tractor.
+ Jack Stand Wheel
+ Hitch Brands
+ Goosenecks!
+ Trailer Rims
+ Homemade utility trailer question
+ Tieing Down a CUT Tractor
+ Trailer Tires
+ Break Away Switch
















Turbochargers for Tractors and Industrial Machines
Cab Glass for Tractors and Industrial Machines

Alternators for Tractors and Industrial Machines
Radiators for Tractors and Industrial Machines

Driveline Components for Tractors and Industrial Machines
Starter Motors for Tractors and Industrial Machines