Candubrain Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 I didn't notice until recently that the used trailer I purchased has oversized wheels and tires, 15-7 wheels with 225/75-15 tires verses what should be on it, 15-5 wheels with 205/75-15 tires. The tires extend about 1.5" beyond the edge of the fender and are about the same distance from touching the fender at the top. This combo appears to be working ok as I don't see any rub marks on either the fender or tires, but I'm not comfortable with the set up and will be going to the stock sizing. The wheels are Alloy with centre caps and chrome nuts, the look great on the trailer so I was thinking of replacing with similar alloy wheels. Heres my question: Am I better off going to a steel galvanized wheel since the trailer will mostly be used in winter? I'm wondering how well the alloys will hold up against corrosion from the salt. thanks brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revrnd Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 I'd go w/ the galvanized. Our Northtrail utility trailer is over 10 years old & has galvanized rims. No rust on them whatsoever. I think O2 had tbe rims on a new trailer dipped as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo Doo Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Aluminum for looks etc. Obviously salt and corrosion an issue after a few years of use. Steel/galvanized for long term durability. More a personal choice IMO.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackstar Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 (edited) I've had aluminums on my trailer for about 10 years now. They look ok, the coating on them has mostly peeled off and there is corrosion around the outside of the rim. The chrome center caps are completely rotten. Surprisingly, I've never had a tire leak at the bead but then the trailer only moves a couple of times a year. The aluminum wheels on my vehicles seem to have bead leaks on a regular basis. I'm currently thinking about replacing all 4 wheels and tires at this point, concidering the age and the fact that the sidewalls have some cracking. They owe me nothing and I can throw them on my work trailer which will burn them off in a summer. I will likely replace with aluminums again as I don't like the looks of the galvanized. Would be nice to find some stainless center caps. Edited November 30, 2019 by Blackstar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo Doo Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 (edited) 37 minutes ago, Blackstar said: I've had aluminums on my trailer for about 10 years now. They look ok, the coating on them has mostly peeled off and there is corrosion around the outside of the rim. The chrome center caps are completely rotten. Surprisingly, I've never had a tire leak at the bead but then the trailer only moves a couple of times a year. The aluminum wheels on my vehicles seem to have bead leaks on a regular basis. I'm currently thinking about replacing all 4 wheels and tires at this point, concidering the age and the fact that the sidewalls have some cracking. They owe me nothing and I can throw them on my work trailer which will burn them off in a summer. I will likely replace with aluminums again as I don't like the looks of the galvanized. Would be nice to find some stainless center caps. Amazon..... Heres a sample...They also seem to have alot of Stainless caps also... Edited November 30, 2019 by IQ TURBO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candubrain Posted November 30, 2019 Author Share Posted November 30, 2019 (edited) Thanks for all replies, yes I agree the alloy looks best, but I think I'll go with the general advice to used galvanized for durability. @Blackstar I just had my car summer and winter tires removed from their 10 yr old alloy rims, wire brushed and had the sealant goop applied to the beads as they were constantly leaking. What prompted it more was the TPM on one tire had the battery die, so 8 of those too, I was surprised how much cheaper they are now $54.00 per unit for my Honda Accord. @IQ TURBO When they say machined aluminum they generally means the shiny parts are bare metal, no clear coat. The final machining is done after the black powder coat or paint is applied. This I was told my by OK Tire rep. Princess Auto has HOT BUY for $160.00, alloy wheels with 205/75-15 radial tires. https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/st205-75r15-black-alloy-trailer-tire/A-p8774366e Edited November 30, 2019 by Candubrain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackstar Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 I ended up buying the ones at Princess Auto. Had to drive a bit as Brantford store had 3 and Hamilton had 2. Next nears store was Owen Sound with 1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo Doo Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 44 minutes ago, Blackstar said: I ended up buying the ones at Princess Auto. Had to drive a bit as Brantford store had 3 and Hamilton had 2. Next nears store was Owen Sound with 1. They look great. Congrats. Soo much much nicer then steelies.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobills Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 X2 they look great. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candubrain Posted December 22, 2019 Author Share Posted December 22, 2019 I'm second guessing my wisdom. Those PA alloys do look good and with PA they stand behind their products. I've installed Hercules Radial trailer tires with galvanized rims, $200.00 each plus tax from McCarther Tire in Owen Sound. I thought I was staying away from Chinese built tires buying the Hercs, but when I picked them up it clearly stated Made in China. Anyway if someone is looking for a good set of Goodyear Marathon Radial 225/75-15 with nice alloys I have them listed thanks brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02Sled Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 42 minutes ago, Candubrain said: I'm second guessing my wisdom. Those PA alloys do look good and with PA they stand behind their products. I've installed Hercules Radial trailer tires with galvanized rims, $200.00 each plus tax from McCarther Tire in Owen Sound. I thought I was staying away from Chinese built tires buying the Hercs, but when I picked them up it clearly stated Made in China. Anyway if someone is looking for a good set of Goodyear Marathon Radial 225/75-15 with nice alloys I have them listed thanks brian I don't always dismiss made in China. They will build to whatever quality specs the contract calls for. If their customer wants them to cut costs and quality they will. If the customer wants top quality they are also very capable of producing high quality. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackstar Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 This company was advertising some good prices on Kijiji. https://www.kijiji.ca/v-view-details.html?adId=1470148871 https://www.kijiji.ca/v-view-details.html?adId=1420781129 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candubrain Posted December 23, 2019 Author Share Posted December 23, 2019 22 hours ago, 02Sled said: I don't always dismiss made in China. They will build to whatever quality specs the contract calls for. If their customer wants them to cut costs and quality they will. If the customer wants top quality they are also very capable of producing high quality. Very good point, but quality has nothing to do with me avoiding Chinese goods......... 2 Canadians in solitary confinement for 1 year now in retaliation to a high level Chinese exec suffering house arrest in Vancouver. My only recourse to protest this is to not buy Chinese goods. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigfish Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 Just wondering why you would put alloy wheels on a trailer that is used in a salt and brine environment? Won't they just corrode and leak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtserider Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 On 12/22/2019 at 11:08 AM, 02Sled said: I don't always dismiss made in China. They will build to whatever quality specs the contract calls for. If their customer wants them to cut costs and quality they will. If the customer wants top quality they are also very capable of producing high quality. If you look at the Mercury Marine outboard plant in China vs the one in Wisconsin,Full of Meth heads.It just shows the sad state of some of the North American manufacturing facility's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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