Thats what I'm concerned with, Ive never ran anything other than a 15", I didnt know if their was a better tire out their. I can use a 15" but I'll have to do some extra mods to get the trailer to sit on the ground.
Hey Thumper, I have built several homemade trailers. The last one I built was my best and I used it to haul bikes, snowmoblies, ATV's, lumber, you name it. First I would tell you to look at these axles: torque flex axles, they are easy to install and the trailer will not bounce all over the road and they give a low entry point. As for the tires I was in the tire business longer then I want to remember, the tires I used were made by a company called Semperit, they make a commercial tire in a 185R14-C with a 8-ply rating, they are usually inexpensive but are as tough as nails. Keep them aired up and do yourself a favor and buy a spare wheel & tire to carry with you. Buy you a set of wheel-bearing buddies so that you can keep them greased during your peak hauling season and then I would remove the tires and wheels and store them inside during the off times. Expanded metal works good on the flooring and you can make your own fenders. You can purchase your lights and trailer coupler at any tractor supply store. Wheels can be bought at a salvage yard, if you need any help just let me know....
