I just purchased a 1982 M25 and single axle trailer. It will need a lot of clean up and I also want to do a thorough visual inspection of both the boat and trailer. The unit wasn't used since approx. 1997 so I know that the tires shouldn't be trusted. The tread is perfect but there is some dry rot in spots. The tires now are Chaparral S/T steel radial, 6 ply, max load 800 kg. (1760 lbs), ST205/75 R14. Can someone suggest a good tire but not too expensive. I may not use the boat much and will only need to tow it about 50 miles when I do.
The rim is a 5 lug version. Has anyone found a spare rim at a junk yard? What vehicle would use this size wheel?
M25 trailer tires and wheel size
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Re: M25 trailer tires and wheel size
I use SimpleTire.com and would recommend the Maxxis tires. I have them shipped to my home and mounted at my gas station.
https://simpletire.com/catalog?search&s ... =75&rim=14
I found my spare tire rim at etriler.com had the gas station mount the best of the old tires. $20 out the door.
http://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=14%22+x+6%22+Rim
https://simpletire.com/catalog?search&s ... =75&rim=14
I found my spare tire rim at etriler.com had the gas station mount the best of the old tires. $20 out the door.
http://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=14%22+x+6%22+Rim
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Re: M25 trailer tires and wheel size
I've used etrailer.com also.
Don't save so much money you break down on the road
Don't save so much money you break down on the road
frede wrote:I use SimpleTire.com and would recommend the Maxxis tires. I have them shipped to my home and mounted at my gas station.
https://simpletire.com/catalog?search&s ... =75&rim=14
I found my spare tire rim at etriler.com had the gas station mount the best of the old tires. $20 out the door.
http://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=14%22+x+6%22+Rim