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Old 06-03-2013, 12:25 PM   #1
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We have an 08 CF32BL fifth wheel with 15 inch tires. I want to change to 16 inch tires to go with LT tires. How difficult would this be and if so what would it entail? Thanks for any help.
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I just switched mine out this spring. There wasn't any problem doing it. Cost me $100 a piece for new wheel and tire.

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Old 06-03-2013, 12:33 PM   #3
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Lloyd...That's a great price for each wheel. Do you not have aluminum wheels? What are your clearance measurements between the tires and overall diameter of the tires now? I have a bit of a tight clearance between my tire and fender skirt ( I know I could cut it). I have thought about doing this but clearance issues have concerned me.
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Where did you get tires and rims for $100.00?
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I seem to have a lot of room so I don' think that will be a problem for me.
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Lloyd...That's a great price for each wheel. Do you not have aluminum wheels? What are your clearance measurements between the tires and overall diameter of the tires now? I have a bit of a tight clearance between my tire and fender skirt ( I know I could cut it). I have thought about doing this but clearance issues have concerned me.
I have steel wheels. You can check yours to see how it would work on your setup by measuring what you have for clearance now between your tires, then add 1/2 in. on each tire for the new ones.
I went with LT225/75R16E

maljeer-----the Goodyear dealer I do business with took my old tires and rims in on trade. That is the reason for the $100 a wheel & tire price.
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thanks for all the help 16's LT will be on cruiser when I have a chance as we are getting busy at work.
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Just remember you have to have 6 lug rims to switch to 16"I made the change a couple of years ago and would never go back.
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Did you change axles? I have six lugs Crossroads says 16 inch have eight lugs so I would have to change axles. From what I'm reading here you did not change axles correct?
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Did you change axles? I have six lugs Crossroads says 16 inch have eight lugs so I would have to change axles. From what I'm reading here you did not change axles correct?

No, you don't need to change axles. Your tire guy should be able to get 16 in. 6 hole rims.
Mine did.
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So did mine but they make 5 hole 15's as well. You will see a big difference to the good and the piece of mind is great. I bought BFG commercial tires.
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