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Sonnenblume
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PostPosted: Mon May 02, 2016 10:34 am    Post subject: Coffman Single Wheel Trailer Reply with quote

I am a (new) proud owner of a '60's Coffman Single Wheel Trailer. These beauties are usually restored and behind a bus when they are seen.

But I am in need of a tire, and a spare. The size is super small and the only ones I find are for a garden tractor. "Not for Highway Use" according to the manufacturer.

I understand lawyers make them say things, so the fact that it is the same size, same tread, 4-ply, and weight rated enough? Or do I struggle to rework the yoke assembly to handle a larger tire? Hmmm!

The Goodyear tires on it now are 3.40/3.00-5 Nylon 4 ply. The spec I found online says the original tire carried 50PSI and the trailer had a capacity of 220lb. I found a Chinese tire the correct size that has a 365lb rating at 50 PSI. Adequate.
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PostPosted: Mon May 02, 2016 4:58 pm    Post subject: Re: Coffman Single Wheel Trailer Reply with quote

I have had good luck finding the trailer tire at Northern Tool. You can also find the tubes there. Worth a shot. Good luck with the trailer. I have one homemade and one allstate frame awaiting creative juices. Show a picture.
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