How much space should be between a trailer tire and fender?

07/27/2021 Jeremy Anderson

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How much space should be between a trailer tire and fender?

Great question. As a general rule, when your trailer is loaded to it’s full capacity, there should be a minimum clearance of 3 inches between the top of your tire and the underside of your fender. This should give you adequate clearance for potholes and bumps.

Can I put wider tires on my trailer?

Helpful Expert Reply: You can add larger wheels and tires to a trailer as long as you have enough room for the larger size. The main clearance issues we find when putting larger tires and wheels on a trailer is from the top of the tire to the fender and from the inside wall of the tire to the trailer wall/frame.

How much clearance does a trailer tire need?

Expert Reply: To have enough clearance for the trailer to travel over bumps in the road you want to have at least 3 to 4 inches between the tire tread and the fenders as well as 1 to 2 inches between the side wall and inside of the wheel well.

Are all mobile home tires the same size?

No, it is not likely they are all the same. There can be differences. Manufactured homes are carried to and fro using mobile home axles.

Do you carry one use tires for moving a mobile home?

Tires for moving a “mobile home” are one use tires. We do not carry that style of tire. Tires for a “motorhome RV” are much larger. We would need to know your tire sizing as shown on the tire.

Are 16 x 80 mobile homes good for first time buyers?

They’re one of the types of mobile homes that are ideally suited for small families, first-time homebuyers, retirees, and many others. 16 x 80 mobile homes are cost-effective, available in many different models and include all of the modern mobile home features that homebuyers demand.

What are the dimensions of a 16×80 mobile home skirting?

This 16×80 mobile home skirting kit comes in a variety of colors to perfectly match your exterior. Each panel in the 16×80 single wide skirting kit has a length of 80 inches and a width of 16 inches, and the average height of the skirts can be 24 inches to 48 inches. The panels are vinyl with a textured surface.