TSE DPT60, Owner'S Manual

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Wheels
Wheel Selection
Wheels are very important and critical components of your
running gear system. When specifying or replacing your trailer
wheels it is important that the wheels, tires, and axle are properly
matched. The following characteristics are extremely important
and should be thoroughly checked when replacement wheels are
considered.
1.
Bolt Circle. Many bolt circle dimensions are available.
Some vary by so little that it might be possible to attach an
improper wheel that does not match the axle hub. Be sure
to match your wheel to the axle hub.
2. Capacity. Make sure that the wheels have enough load
carrying capacity and pressure rating to match the rated
load of the tire.
3.
Offset. This refers to the relationship of the center line of
the tire to the hub face of the axle. Care should be taken to
match any replacement wheel with the same offset wheel
as originally equipped. Failure to match offset can result in
reducing the load carrying capacity of your axle.
4. Rim Contour.
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CAUTION
Replacement tires must meet the same specifications as
the originals. Mismatched tires and rims may come apart
with explosive force and cause personal injury to
yourself or others. Mismatched tires and rims can also
blow out and cause you to lose control and have an
accident which can result in serious injury or death.
Wheels and Tires