The first order of business was to replace the worn out, flat military tires that I limped home on when I bought the trailer. I searched craigslist for the correct bolt pattern (5x5.5). The stock rim is only 6.5" wide. I decided to get 7" or 8" rims to widden the stance to match the jeep. I settled on some used Unique brand wheels. With some patience I found a set of used mud tires for $20. I'm building an offroad trailer, not restoring a parade vehicle, so I bought 33" tires to match my TJ.
Awesome project, I'd love to start one of my own.
ReplyDeleteHow hard would it be to swap out the hub to one with the same bolt pattern as the Jeep (in my case, 5x5)? If I do this I'd like to use one kind of wheel all the way around. Thanks!