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what tire will fit standard golf cart wheels

by Mekhi Gerlach Published 1 year ago Updated 1 year ago
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All golf cart wheel sizes are standard, requiring a certain size of tires. Typically, these carts need an 18-inch tall and 8-inch wide tire. Once again, specific measurements will be different depending on the make and model of the 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.

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What size are golf cart wheels/rims?

Most customers buy golf cart wheels/rims in chrome, machined and polished finishes. What sizes are golf cart wheels/rims? Golf cart wheels are one of four sizes, 8”, 10”, 12” and 14”. How do you mount a golf cart tire on a wheel? The first thing you’ll want to do check the box or manual to see which way the tire tread should face.

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 to read golf cart tire sizes?

How to Read Golf Cart Tire Sizes 1 205 - This number is the width of the tire in millimeters (this number converts to 8 inches roughly) 2 50 - This number is a ratio that indicates how thick the sidewall of the tire is compared to the width (first number). ... 3 10 - This is the size of the tire to reference for matching the proper wheel size

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 are standard golf cart wheels?

GOLF CART WHEEL SIZES EXPLAINED 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?

Stock Club Car golf carts without a lift can fit 18.5” tires.

Can you put car tires on a golf cart?

0:143:28What Tires for My Club Car? | ASK DAVE | Golf Cart Garage - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipMost golf carts come from the factory with a stock size 18 to 18 and a half inch tall tire. In orderMoreMost golf carts come from the factory with a stock size 18 to 18 and a half inch tall tire. In order to increase this tire height a club car will need a lift kit.

Are all golf cart wheel bolt patterns the same?

Whether you own a Club Car, Columbia, E-Z-GO, Harley Davidson, Par Car, Star EV, or Yamaha golf cart, they all have standard bolt patterns for the wheels they roll on. Unlike cars or trucks it is quite easy to pick out a wheel or rim that will fit your golf cart.

Should you rotate tires on a golf cart?

Rotating your golf cart tires will help them wear evenly over time, and increase their lifespan. It's best to diagonally swap your front and rear tires annually to stop the tread eroding in only one area.

What size tire will fit a stock golf cart?

18x8.5-8"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.

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.

Will bigger tires make a golf cart go faster?

The larger surface area of the bigger tires and wheels increases the maximum possible miles per hour. In some cases, this can be a boost of 300%! The bigger the tires, the better the speed.

What lug pattern is a golf cart?

What size bolt pattern are the golf cart wheels you sell on this site? The golf cart wheels sold on this site all have a bolt pattern of 4x4 (4 inches by 4 inches, or 101.6mm apart). This is standard on all golf carts (Yamaha, Club Car, EZGO, Par Car, STAR EV, Harley Davidson, etc.).

What's the bolt pattern on a golf cart?

5 days agoGolf carts have a simple 4-lug wheel pattern, with each of the 4-lug bolts being exactly 4 inches apart from one another. This golf cart lug pattern is know as a 4x4 lug pattern (4 holes x 4 inches apart). It is also sometime expressed in Metric measurement as 4x101. 6mm (4 holes x 101.6mm).

What is a 4 on 4 bolt pattern?

A 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern is measured diagonally on center. The first number indicates the number of lug holes and the second number indicates the diameter of the circle that those holes sit on.

What size tires go on a EZ Go golf cart?

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.).

How do you put new tires on a golf cart?

1:294:26Easy Golf Cart Tire Change - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipJust like the rest of our tire installs I'm going to go ahead and loop the drop. Center. And I'm theMoreJust like the rest of our tire installs I'm going to go ahead and loop the drop. Center. And I'm the other installs that we've shown we've been able to push this tire on by looping the outer edge.

How much does it cost to replace a golf cart tire?

If you are purchasing a set of tires that are not mounted, you will spend around $50.00. For premounted tires, you can expect to pay $75-$200 per tire. Tires tend to last approximately three years on high use carts and five or more on low mileage carts.

How much weight can a golf cart tire hold?

Since a golf cart typically weighs quite a bit less than a loaded trailer, going with a 215/60-8 tire like part # AM1HP26 will give you a total weight capacity of 3740 lbs.

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.

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 Makes for Great Tires?

The quality of rubber and beads (the steel belt in the tire) are going to directly affect the quality of your golf cart tire. We recommend choosing a tire from a trusted manufacturer that has dedicated their business to providing those with the best golf cart tires. Below we list some of our favorite companies that make golf cart tires.

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.

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.

How much air pressure does a golf cart tire need?

Generally golf cart tires run around 20-22 PSI. This of course will change depending on the tire and the amount of air that it’s rated for.

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.

What size tires can a golf cart fit?

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.

How wide is a 205 golf cart tire?

205: This is the width of the golf cart tire across the treads (in millimeters). 205 millimeters is about 8 inches.

How to remove lug nuts from golf cart?

The first thing you’ll want to do is slide a small floor jack under the chassis of the golf cart to raise it up slightly. Next, remove the lug nuts using the proper socket size and pull the wheel off of the lug studs. From there, you’ll need to use a valve stem tool to remove the valve from the tire stem.

What is a dot tire?

A DOT golf cart tire is a tire that is approved by the Department of Transportation for legal use on highways. DOT approved golf cart tires have street tread patterns. These golf cart tires come in several different sizes to fit 8”, 10”, 12”, and 14” golf cart wheels.

How much pressure should a golf cart tire be?

The sidewall of the tire tells the tale. On the sidewall of the golf cart tire, you will find the tire pressure (or PSI) that is recommended for your particular tire. Generally, it’s between 15-25 PSI.

How big of a tire can you put on an EZGO golf cart?

Stock EZGO golf carts that have not been lifted are able to fit up to a 20.5” tire with ease (no rubbing), but only if there is no added weight on the back of the golf cart such as a cargo box, rear flip seat kit, etc. Adding new heavy duty leaf springs on the rear of your golf cart is highly recommend if you plan on putting that large of a tire on your golf cart. Click here for Rear Leaf Spring Kits. Basically, anything over 18.5” needs some new heavy duty leaf springs to prevent problems with friction/rubbing. Here’s a link to EZGO Tires for reference.

What is an all terrain golf cart tire?

An all terrain golf cart tire is just another term for a high profile tire or off road tire. See above for more on high profile tires and click here for some big All Terrain Tires.

Sizing

Modern golf cart tires are tubeless and come in a wide variety of sizes and tread patterns. All tubeless golf cart tires have a thick ‘bead’ at the inner diameter of the tire on each side and air pressure pushes the bead against the wheel to form an air tight seal.

Tire Pressure

Your golf cart’s tire pressure is critical to long tire life. Proper tire pressure is usually indicated on the sidewall and will vary between brands or models of golf cart tires. Most golf car tires use somewhere between 15 to 25 PSI (pounds per square inch) with an average of about 20-22 PSI.

Tire Tread Patterns

Golf cart tire tread patterns vary from smooth (no tread at all) for greens mowers to straight rib and sawtooth for golf, turf, and street, to every type of knobby imaginable for off-road, mud, sand, and lifted application. We carry a full line of golf cart tires in our online store for golf/street use and for all types of off-road terrain.

Golf Cart Wheels

The rubber tires just described are useless without a golf cart wheel to which it is mounted. Golf cart wheels are generally made from steel or aluminum and can be painted or chromed. Wheels have rim flanges at their outer edges that provide a ‘seat’ for the ‘bead’ of the golf cart tire and a small hole for the valve stem.

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.

When do you replace old golf cart tires?

If it’s already worn out and is compromising your safety and riding comfort.

What wheels can you choose for the wheel tire combo?

There is actually a long list of wheels you can choose from. Most golf cart tires providers have a list which you can just choose from. In choosing your ideal 12-inch golf cart combo, you can take note of these tips. For Non-Lifted Golf Carts, these are the tire sizes you can choose from:

What is included in the golf cart tire package?

This wheel and tire package comes in a set of 4 mounted golf cart wheels and tires combination. Also, the package includes 16 chrome lug nuts, and 4 center caps. Please note also that this combination only fits lifted carts, is an ET-25 offset, and has a 4×4 bolt pattern on its gun metal wheels.

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.

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.

What type of tires are used for golf carts?

Turf or street tires are the most common type of tire tread. They are typically the standard factory tires that will come by default with a new golf cart. These tires are designed to run on both paved roads and soft grass. Turf tires are the best option if you are just doing light driving smoothly on streets and turfed golf courses.

What is the best tire for a golf cart?

Hybrid Tire. The hybrid tires offer the most versatility, so it is the preferable tire for people who use their golf cart on both the street and on some non-paved trails. It has a more aggressive tread than the street tire, but not quite as aggressive as the off-road.

How Do You Use Your Golf Cart?

The first thing to consider in choosing the right golf cart tire is to identify your primary golf cart use. Is most of your golf cart driving is on the streets, trails, or just on the golf course?

What is the number to call for golf cart tires?

For any queries about golf cart tires, sizes, or fitment, call at 800-401-2934 to talk to an expert atGolf Cart Garage. Published February 23, 2021 by Golf Cart Garage. #Tires & Wheels.

What size golf cart tire is 205?

Golf cart tire sizes include many different numbers, which might be hard to understand at first. For example, a standard 18x8" golf cart tire is frequently represented as a 205/50-10 tire. Here, 205 indicates the tire's width in millimeters, ...

What is an off road tire?

Off-road tires have thicker and deeper tread, which provides extra grip to push through mud, sand, and rocky ways. Off-road tires are usually recommended for utility applications like lawn and garden work.

Why are golf cart tires important?

Golf carts are also the first choice for many adventure enthusiasts. Because golf carts are versatile, golf cart tires play an essential role in your ride's safety and comfort.

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