Swap from St tires to LT

[ChuckNTruck]

I dont want to start another LT vs ST debate. I just wanted to show how i did the swap on my trailer.
I used lift block designed and machined for trailer axles with larger u-bolts to lift the axles 2 inches. Then i swapped the 14in wheels with 205/75R14 tires to 15in wheels with LT235/75R15 tires. These are the smallest LT tires i could find. I have put about 1000-1500 miles on it so far and i have not noticed any difference in how it pulls or rides. But i like the extra 800lb capacity thee tires provide and the higher speed rating. I also added a BAL tire carrier so i wouldn't damage the rear bumper.
My X-chocks still fit between the tires perfectly and i have zero clearance issues anywhere.

[hohenwald48]

ChuckNTruck wrote:
I used 2in blocks because these tires are 3 inches overall bigger than the stockers and i already had a few marks where the factory tires rubbed above them.
Also i got the blocks and U-bolt from
http://www.trailerblocks.com/
A little pricey but great quality!

Thanks. Those blocks are a little pricy considering they're just a chunk of bar stock. I guess you had to also raise the hitch head 2" to keep things level?

[dodge_guy]

What is the LR of those LT's? I was looking for a set of LR "E"'s for my trailer but couldn't find a set in A LT.

[KVE777]

Lynnmor wrote:
Any reason why you didn't use Goodyear Wrangler HT LT215/75-15?

I was lucky enough to find a pair of those used for a utility trailer that frequently hauled heavy loads, like half a roof's worth of shingles! Never an issue. Way better than any ST tire. Radial LT Load D or E are the way to go.

[ChuckNTruck]

Lynnmor wrote:
Any reason why you didn't use Goodyear Wrangler HT LT215/75-15?

I honestly didnt see those when i was looking. I was having trouble finding anything smaller than what i got in a highway tread and i wanted a tire that i could replace if i do have an issue on the road.
Ill have to keep those in mind in case anyone ever asks me about swapping.
I like that the Goodyears you pointed out are actually a D range also.
Thank You!

[Lynnmor]

Any reason why you didn't use Goodyear Wrangler HT LT215/75-15?

[time2roll]

Blocks

[bobndot]

Nice job Chuck and a worthwhile mod, tnx for taking the time to post the pics.

[ChuckNTruck]

I used 2in blocks because these tires are 3 inches overall bigger than the stockers and i already had a few marks where the factory tires rubbed above them.
Also i got the blocks and U-bolt from
http://www.trailerblocks.com/
A little pricey but great quality!

[hohenwald48]

Was 2" lift necessary or did you just want the additional ground clearance?

[Huntindog]

Good job.
Where did you get the lift blocks? I am using solid steel custom made ones, just because I couldn't find any.
It appears that you could fit 16s if you wanted to... Would need new drums and rims though.

[tvman44]

Good job, I put that same spare tire carrier on my 5er & love it. 🙂

[nevadanick]

Nice