wheels

  1. RO

    Hub Centric vs Lug Centric Wheels on Freightliner M2 106: Alignment Concerns

    Hi 2024 Europa 32KD (on a freightliner M2 106 chassis). My tire shop removed a lug of a rear outer dually tire and noticed mis alignment between the stud and the wheel lug nut hole. He asked if the tires are mounted Hub Centric (centering itself on the hub) or Lug Centric (centering itself on...
  2. Jwh92020

    Converting a 4x8 Trailer to a 5x8 Deck Over With Wheels Under Platform

    I lucked into a 4x8 fully welded 2x2 tube trailer with a 2k lb axle for $100. I want to build it into a 5x8 with the wheels under the deck. I searched for pics, but apparently I'm not searching correct terms or something. Can any of you that have done a 5x8 "wheels under" build on a 4x8 please...
  3. JE

    Should Rear Wheels Lift Off Ground When Leveling F53 Chassis on a Slope?

    I have a 2018 Class A on an F53 chassis. My driveway is sloped such that when I level the RV both rear wheels will be off the ground slightly. I have plenty of dunnage under the levelers and the front wheels are chocked. My question is: Should the rear wheels spin freely even when I have the...
  4. CH

    Are Tandem Axle Fifth Wheels More Prone to Flat Tires?

    We are a month away from a full year owning our first fifth wheel, but have owned TT’s, class A and a pop-up previously. We are currently on our third extended trip of three weeks or more. I will guess that we have put something around 10-15k miles on in those 11 months and just had our third...
  5. AR

    5 tires and wheels!

    This thread is for the general discussion of the classified ad 5 tires and wheels!. Please add to the discussion here.
  6. SO

    Are Brinkley Fifth Wheels Worth the Luxury Price Tag?

    I've read a lot of commentary on various forums that seem to indicate that the Brinkley brand is somehow a "luxury" brand beyond other competitors; their hype and pricing would indicate that but - As I mentioned in another thread I just had a new Brinkley sit beside me for 2 days as the owners...
  7. AZtrailer

    Towing Fifth Wheels With Non-Slider Hitches in Short Bed Trucks: Real-World Experiences

    Hi all, Moving from an 8' bed truck to a 6' bed and wondering what peoples experiences are with non-slider hitches in the shorter bed trucks? Been towing our fifth wheel (Cougar 24RDS) for 5 years now and have never really needed to get it where it was in an extreme angle. I would prefer to use...
  8. PE

    Identifying and Sourcing Wheels for 2026 Jayco Terrain 19Y

    I recently purchased this unit and wanted to get a matching wheel and spare tire for offroad, but I can't determine what the make of the wheel is on the unit. There is no documentation on the wheels. How do I find out what brand the wheels mounted on my unit are.
  9. GW

    Best Stabilizer Options for 5th Wheels: JT Strong Arm vs BAL vs Alternatives

    Good evening all, I am considering installing a set of stabilizers to our 5th wheel. Have any of you done this and what are your opinions on them. Looking at JT Armstrong and BAL systems. I have a 2930 GD, 34’5 foot, only two rear jacks. Do these systems work well, are they worth the...
  10. RK

    Wheel Question

    I bought a new Thor Compass 24 KB August 2025. It has dual wheels in the rear and all the wheel and tire sizes are 205X75R16C. I would like to purchase a spare since the RV did not come with one. My main question is are the front and rear wheels and tires interchangeable so I only need one...
  11. JR

    Upgrading Axle on North Tool Ultra-Tow 5x8

    So I am finally getting around to building my first square drop! Been scouring these forums for months. For weight savings, I decided to pick up this trailer: https://www.northerntool.com/products/ultra-tow-5ft-x-8ft-steel-utility-trailer-kit-1-715lb-load-capacity-5569378#hotbar-qa I want to...
  12. PU

    Help with wheel ID and swap

    Hey folks I have 9.00 R20 budd wheels on 88 international bluebird dt360, dual wheels on back. Getting ready to buy new tires and it seems this wheel size is not super common. Seems like it’s wise to swap out to 22.5 modern wheels without lock rings, im just looking for advice if this is the way...
  13. Sandyedens

    Mounting Crossfire system

    Here I go again. I just found out about Crossfire and I have purchased the 80 psi unit for my LT tires. I looked at my coach (should have looked before I bought) but the rears have the "fake" wheel cover, I believe made of stainless. Currently my valve extenders are mounted on that but of...
  14. MoseyHome

    Upgrading 16" wheels to 19.5" w/ rear disc brakes?

    Hello all, After 14 years of ownership, I'm still really satisfied with my '75 Argosy 26. Love this thing. A longer wheelbase for this coach would have been better, but let's focus on what we can do something about... I'd like the 19.5" wheels and rear disc brakes I see on later models. I...
  15. Stan&Jacquie

    Toad Rear Wheels Locked

    I own a 2021 Traverse Premier FWDrive and have successfully dinghy towed it for almost a year. Lately, after going through the setup sequence, the rear wheels remain locked. I can't figure it out. The only other issue I have had with the car is a rapid turn signal flash on the right side...
  16. EX

    Turnpike ban

    Good morning all. Because of high winds expected, the Ohio Turnpike has instituted a ban on any vehicles over 7'6" tall for today. That includes semis, travel trailers, etc., but for some reason fifth wheel travel trailers are specifically exempted from the ban. I am curious if anyone can...
  17. bigbillsd

    2026 Jeep Recon All Electric 4 Wheels Down Towing Capability

    Just announced, supposedly order-able this January. No V2H capability according to the dealer. Being able to run our coaches with that 100Kwh battery would be pretty amazing.. GM & Ford sell that already. But they don't have one you can tow 4 down yet.
  18. OA

    ALCOA wheels

    I am looking for the black rubber “pass thrus” that go in one of the holes in the outer rear wheels to hold the valve stem extenders for the inner duals. Are those an ALCOA item or are they an accessory for the valve stem extenders? Found nothing on the ALCOA wheel website.
  19. BL

    changing wheels and tires

    I recently took ownership of a 2013 E350 EB 42K miles with the SMB 4x4 conversion. I am very excited to go forward with the Ujoint Offroad Colorado Sportsmobile Ride Improvement Package. New springs, shocks, re-gear on diffs, and maybe a change in the brakes. I will be moving up in size to a...
  20. mrschwarz

    Replacing steel wheels with aluminum

    So...While researching new tire stems for my F53 chassis with 19.5 inch steel wheels, I came across some postings where people had swapped out their steel wheels with aluminum and were reporting significant ride improvements. Curiosity got the better of me and I continued to look and have more...
  21. DO

    Can Factory Wheels Handle 65 PSI With Upgraded 8-Ply Tires on Grey Wolf 23MK?

    I just bought a forest river grey wolf 23MK in pretty good shape, very little use. The tires are the original castle rocks. I am replacing all 5 before the first trip. I have had great luck with carlisle radial trail HDs. The existing tires are 6 ply, rated for 50 psi. The ones I am looking at...
  22. WR

    Valve stem extensions?

    Is anyone using these on their dual wheels? Mine arent the easiest to get to, doable but not real convenient. I see solid extensions and braided stainless available. Any cautions?
  23. SH

    Jacking up Scamp for long time storage

    What is the best way to store my 13ft Scamp? I want to take the weight off of the tires, but I want it to be stable enough to climb in and move around without knocking jack stands over. (Maybe even use it as a temporary guest room) I could jack up each side and put concrete blocks under the...
  24. RVhavingFunYet

    Can’t Find Wheel Brand!

    Greetings! We have a new 2026 Thor Tellaro 20L and would like a matching spare tire (it did not come with one). The Dealer is having a challenge finding the brand of the after-market wheel vendor. Thor told Dealer that they use many different vendors and are also researching (it’s just taking...
  25. MA

    Best Metal Valve Stems for Recessed Lionshead Wheels with TPMS Sensors

    I have tried to research which metal valve stems will work on my recessed Lionshead wheels. Everyone says to us the Xtra seal 17-428. The problem is it is rated at 65 psi, and my good Year endurance tires are rated at 80 psi. I am running the TST screw on TPMS sensors. Any ideas?

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