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RE: [VAL] Question about wheels from an airstream newbie



I'd take new tires with you, tow it to a shop (I've towed on 10 year old
tires, especially on a double axle) and get the tires changed over like Dean
states.  Then, no rim issues.  Where you going from / to?

Rob


> You have more than just a bolt pattern to worry about.... The OffSet if 
> not the correct size will make the tire rub on the fender of your 
> trailer.
> Why not just use the old rims with new steel valves and good load range 
> C or D tires ?
> With a 27 ft trailer you Do Not need a spare tire as you can run with 
> only 3 tires on the ground at low speed for 10 miles or so until you 
> get to the next town.
> A Chevy may go on but the offset is wrong.
> Dean