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Unique Wheel manufactures some excellent wheels for 8 bolt applications. These you can put on heavier trucks no problem. one of the biggest things is the offset of the rim. usually the hub diameter on these wheels doesn't matter if your using conical lugs. The hubs are usually made bigger for a universal fit. Trailer tires and tires made for cars and light trucks are VERY different! especially bias ply trailer tires. these tires are designed to run out better after they warm up, and typically can cause a trailer to bounce as it goes down the road. trailer tires are designed for trailers. there are times when car wheels and in rare cases when a car tire can be used on a trailer though it is not recomended to use a car tire on a trailer. trailer tire's typically are designed to hold more air than a car tire and usually can hold a higher load. there are light truck tires that work great for extra loads and are what i would recomend if towing a 5th wheel or for use on dually set ups. i would check with your local tire place to find the right set of wheels. you don't want to be messing around with spacers when all you need is the right wheel. What size wheel are looking for? try to stick close to the original size for best fitment and clearance of drums/calipers.