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what metric tires fit golf cart 8"

by Amie Gorczany Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Golf Cart Tire Size Chart

Tire Size Height Width
205/50-10 18" Tall 8" Wide
205/65-10 20.5" Tall 8" Wide
205/30-12 17″ Tall 8″ Wide
215/30-12 17.1" Tall 8.5" Wide
May 2 2022

The industry standard factory Golf Cart Tires that come on 99% of golf carts are 18x8. 5-8" tires. Many cart owners decide to go with upgraded aftermarket wheels and tires in 10", 12", and 14" sizes... which is where the hundreds of new tire sizes/options come into play.
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Tire SizeHeightWidth
205/30-1419" Tall8" Wide
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Jan 11, 2018

Full Answer

What size tires do I need for an 8x8 golf cart?

Most stock golf carts sold to the public come with the 8" steel construction and come standard with 18x8.5 - 8" golf cart tires. Golf Cart Garage has a wide selection of tires for 8" wheels and combos for lifted and non-lifted carts.

What is the largest tire size for a golf cart?

Most tires available in the market are already huge upgrades from stock tires, and most of them are ready to be mounted. There are also larger tires available and the list includes 22×10-10, 22×11-10, and 11×9.5-10. What are the different tire treads for golf cart tires?

What are golf cart tires made of?

The golf cart Tire is pretty much what you’d expect. It’s a big piece of black rubber that is shaped around the silver metal that supports the tire. That silver metal part is called the wheel. A rim is just another name for a wheel. So if you’re confused about the difference between rim and wheel, there is none.

How many lug nuts does a golf cart tire have?

Your golf cart tires providers offer a wide array of tire and wheel combi but here are more specific choices you might want to consider. The price set for this combi is usually for 4 mounted golf cart wheel-tires assemblies already. It also comes in 16 chrome lug nuts and is with 4 center caps.

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What size tires will fit my golf cart?

The most standard golf carts need an 18” tall tire with an 8” width. The standard golf cart tire size is typically 18” tall by 8” to 8.5” wide. However, some golf carts will require slightly different sizes, depending on the lift of the cart.

What size wheels fit a golf cart?

Golf cart wheels come in 4 standard diameters: 8”, 10”, 12”, and 14”.

What's the biggest tire you can put on a stock golf cart?

All carts can fit up to a 23" tire with a 6" lift kit installed.

Are golf carts metric or standard?

A good rule of thumb is: most American Made golf carts (EZGO, Club Car, Harley-Davidson, etc.) use STANDARD threaded lugs. While most Japanese (Yamaha) and Chinese (STAR EV, etc.) made carts use METRIC threaded lugs.

Can I put larger tires on my golf cart?

Lifted golf carts can fit ANY 8” tire, low profile OR high profile. In addition, lifted golf carts can fit any high profile tire measuring at 10”, 12” or 14”. Lifted carts will be able to take 20", 22", 23" and in some cases 24" all terrain tires.

What size tires will fit EZ Go golf cart?

215/50-12EZ-GO Golf Carts: Most non-lifted (stock) EZ-GOs can fit up to a 215/50-12 (20.5") tire without rubbing if there is no added weight on the back of the cart (flip seat, cargo box, etc.).

Do golf cart tires need balancing?

All four wheels must be in balance for best performance. The balancer is simple, with a handle that allows you to spin the wheel and see whether it's appropriately balanced. It is unbalanced if the wheel wobbles in any direction or stops spinning. If you feel any vibration, balance your tires.

What lug pattern is a golf cart?

The bolt pattern is 4” x 4” (4 inches x 4 inches or 100mm x 100mm). This is standard on almost all golf carts.

Will a golf cart fit on a 5X8 trailer?

Smaller golf carts can be placed in a 5X8 trailer. The fuel consumption is much lesser as compared to the bigger carts.

What is the standard size of a golf cart?

The average golf cart dimensions are around 92 x 48 x 75 inches for a standard 2 seat golf cart. The dimensions of different types of carts will vary the most in length due to the number of seats a golf cart can have. More seats added to a cart will add to its length but usually minimal amounts to the width and height.

Do Yamaha golf carts use metric lug nuts?

16 Chrome Lug Nuts (Metric Threads 12mm-1.25, OD 3/4″) Fits ALL Yamaha Golf Carts ( Or any other cart with Metric Threads)

Golf Cart Tires: Sidewall Size and Overall Height

We get many questions about what the numbers on the side of your golf cart tires actually mean. For standard (American) sizes, it’s pretty straight forward and we also cover this topic on our article, “ All You Ever Wanted to Know About Tires & Wheels ”. The non-standard (foreign/metric) sizes are a bit more complex to decipher.

American Sizing

We’ll start with the standard American sizes that most of us are familiar with. An example would be the most common golf cart tire s size in the world, which is 18×8.5-8, and all sizes are in inches. Each number within this size represents a dimension.

What is a golf cart tire?

The golf cart Tire is pretty much what you’d expect. It’s a big piece of black rubber that is shaped around the silver metal that supports the tire. That silver metal part is called the wheel. A rim is just another name for a wheel. So if you’re confused about the difference between rim and wheel, there is none.

What does it mean when a golf cart tire is DOT approved?

DOT Approved. If your tires are DOT approved, this means that they are certified through the Department of Transportation. The treads are designed for road use, and will come in sizes such as 8”, 10”, 12” and 14” for your golf cart wheels.

What are knobby tires?

Knobby Tires – Knobby tires can come in hundreds of different tread patterns. Most of the differences are very slight, but the shapes of the knobs will help you depending on the terrain they are being used in. Sand Tires – These are going to be a little different from your standard golf cart tires.

How long do golf cart tires last?

Depending on the amount of use they get, and how hard you ride, tires will last anywhere between 2 and 4 years.

Why are golf cart wheels so popular?

Golf cart wheels are becoming more popular in the custom golf cart industry, and for good reason. They make the golf cart stand out, and add a level of awesomeness that turns heads when it rolls down the road.

What does PSI mean on tires?

PSI is the pressure in which your tires air is measured. PSI stands for Pounds Per Square Inch. Most tires have their max PSI listed on the side of the tire, that way you won’t overfill when adding air to your tires.

What size tires do you need for a club car?

You can find High Profile tires in sizes such as 8, 10, 12, and 14 inches. If you own a Club Car, EZGO, or Yamaha, you’ll be able to get away with an 8” all terrain tire without a lift kit. As you can see, the type of tire you purchase can directly affect whether you’re going to need a lift kit.

How big are golf tires?

Factory golf car tires are usually 18 inches tall, 8.5 inches wide, and has an inner bead diameter of 8 inches.

How big of tires do you need for a plain jain golf cart?

You can dress-up your plain-Jain golf cart by using 14-inch, 12-inch, 10-inch, or 8-inch tires and wheels. Bigger tires are available for golf carts which were lifted by lift kits.

What is the tread pattern on a golf cart?

One of the most common golf cart tire tread is directional. You have to be extra careful in mounting these kinds of tires and in placing them on the appropriate sides so that you’ll allow the treads to rotate in a forward manner. Another common tread pattern is called sand tires.

Why are sand paddles on a tire?

Sand responds differently from challenging terrains. The paddles on the tire are specifically designed to afford maximum traction since sand has a good chance of moving and sliding. Knobby tires are manufactured in hundreds of dissimilar tread designs and patterns.

What are the lug nuts on golf tires?

Lug Nuts and Center Caps. Most of the golf tire car manufacturers have lug nuts and center caps which comes in a variety of colors and size s. Reputable and reliable golf car tire stores often stock the most trustworthy and the best manufacturer of these tire and rims combo.

How much air pressure should I use for a golf cart?

As little air pressure as 12 to 15 PSI is used for added traction. Always remember that the greater the tire pressure, the higher the risk of the golf cart to roll. Additionally, the greater the tire pressure, the stiffer the riding convenience and the faster premature tire wear.

What can extend the wheelbase of a golf cart?

If you want to extend the wheelbase of your golf cart, what can give your golf cart the stance you prefer is none other than the wheel spacers. Majority of the wheel spacers that are available in the market are cast from solid aluminum, made especially to add durability and for added strength.

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