Recommended Tires and Wheels for a 1999 wilderness 27 5J Trailer

Question:

Need to purchase a new rim and tire for rv but is stored 100 miles away and need to know what size I should purchase

asked by: Robert W

Helpful Expert Reply:

I did some searching online and it looks like the original tire size for your trailer is ST225/75R15 and the GVWR of your trailer is 9,000 lbs.

Keeping that in mind I recommend going with the Taskmaster Provider # TTWTRTM2257515D which has a Load Range of D (2,540 lbs at 65 psi). Since you have 2 axles these tires will have more than enough range for the weight of your trailer. These tires also have a max Speed Rating of M (81 mph).

From this point you will need to know the bolt pattern of your hubs to ensure that the wheel that you choose will fit. It most likely has a 6 on 5-1/2 inch bolt pattern so for that I recommend the Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel # AM20532.

Since some people like to change out equipment on their trailer over time you will want to verify that this tire and wheel combo is compatible. You will also want to verify the GVWR of your 1999 Wilderness 27 5J as well to make sure that this combination can handle the weight. Since there is no central database for trailers this verification is necessary.

You will need to have the tires mounted to the wheels by a local shop once you receive them.

expert reply by: Jon G