Replacing 13" tires with 14"

[H2OBoy]

Also, FWIW, the set I purchased was less than $300 delivered to my door (trailertiresandwheels.com). I would have done this when I first purchased the boat if I knew how badly the bias ply tires would look when I took them off.

 

[d_coyne1984]

I think this is going to be my next purchase. It's about an hour to the closest two two lake I regularly go to and I just don't feel comfortable running on the interstate with bias-ply tires. I'm hoping it will help with the trailer bounce as well.

I need to take the bolt pattern measurements so I can start deciding which specific rims I want.

I think switching to Radials helped on the bounce with mine.

 

[DBamaC]

Your bolt pattern should be 5x4.5". I believe all 190 series trailers are the same. Someone else may be able to confirm this.

Mine is on a Galvanized Shorelander trailer and and already has 14" rims. While they area most likely 5x4.5, I need to measure them and be certain.

 

[S6T6]

Odd, I have the galvanized Shorelandr trailer a my rim/tires are 13". I'd like to upgrade to 14" aluminum rim/tires at least.

 

[DBamaC]

Odd, I have the galvanized Shorelandr trailer a my rim/tires are 13". I'd like to upgrade to 14" aluminum rim/tires at least.

That is odd. I guess they changed them for 2015. Always pinching those pennies.

 

[H2OBoy]

Odd, I have the galvanized Shorelandr trailer a my rim/tires are 13". I'd like to upgrade to 14" aluminum rim/tires at least.

@S6T6 My trailer had the same wheels as yours before I upgraded to 14" I believe all 190 series come standard with 13" tires and the 192 series come with 14". As I mentioned previously, I had to remove the fenders to get the larger wheels/tires on but they fit fine and do not rub with the fenders back on. Much better ride as well.

 

[swatski]

My trailer tires are supposed to be inflated to 60 psi. Everyone told me not to fill it that much that it will blow up. I spoke with the guy who sold me the tires and he informed me that I have a greater chance of a blowout under inflated , and to run the recommended pressure.

Same as @njmr2fan - mine are always inflated to the max pressure stated on the side wall - 65PSI in my case.
My understanding is that with both bias ply and radials proper inflation is critical in safe trailering. I was not happy with the bias ply, always run radials, but decided to leave these alone and so far no issues, nice even wear.

 

[S6T6]

H2Oboy, I like the ones you picked up. The 5x4.5" bolt pattern is the correct size right? Did they come shipped with the tires installed for $300?

 

[H2OBoy]

H2Oboy, I like the ones you picked up. The 5x4.5" bolt pattern is the correct size right? Did they come shipped with the tires installed for $300?

They did. I payed a little extra to have them balanced so they arrived ready to bolt on. I believe I received them in 2-3 days after I placed the order. And yes, the 5x4.5" pattern is correct.

 

[S6T6]

Cool. I finally got a chance to look the website and there's plenty to choose from. Prices seem good too. I wonder if the 15" rims/tires would fit on the 190SX trailer with shimmed fenders?

 

[H2OBoy]

Cool. I finally got a chance to look the website and there's plenty to choose from. Prices seem good too. I wonder if the 15" rims/tires would fit on the 190SX trailer with shimmed fenders?

I think that would be stretching it a bit. If you look at mine you can see how close the fender is to the tire. It could really use some shim itself. I would look at the overall diameter of the 15" and measure out on your trailer before ordering.

 

[S6T6]

Your probably right and 15's aren't really needed for the minimal weight of the 190SX. They'd look cool though

Since this is more of the wife's toy I might surprise her for Christmas with a new set.

 

[gpp7824]

What are the thoughts on using a 5" wide tire instead of the factory 4.5".
in the 13x4.5" sized there is just nothing worth getting