Towing with 10 lug adapters or Spacers

***SouthernCummins*** · 08-07-2008, 05:18 AM

Alright fellas(and gals), if you have read my other post, Dually Rockstars, then you know I'm looking for Wheels and Tires. More tires than anything, I'm running maypops now...

But now my concern is how well and safe will I be hauling loads with spacers for wide tires? Or with adapters to run 22.5 alcoas? I pull a 36' 5er that is approx. 17K. I also haul a dozer occasionally, approx 24K. If I stay with stock wheels I'm goin to run a 34" or 35" tire, and goin to need 1.5" or bigger spacer. Thanks for any input you may have that will help me out.

Tanner

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Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

SNO-PRO · 08-07-2008, 05:34 AM

I have a 98 with 2" spacers in back running rockstars and have had 0 problems. I was leary like you at first but now I am convinced. Mind you my 98 is a dump truck so you know there tried and trued as it sees full loads of, dirt, sand, gravel, and whatever else along with pulling skidloaders and mini-x, and so much more. I have had them on for about 24,000 miles and not one problem. Just make sure you torque to the proper specs as that is most ppl's downfall and horror stories with spacers

***SouthernCummins*** · 08-07-2008, 09:31 AM

Thanks SNO-PRO. That is a fair amount of weight being put on them spacers. Anyone else? I know Cumminsontherocks as Alcoas on his 1 ton.....where you at?

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Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

Performance · 08-07-2008, 01:52 PM

I have had some pretty big loads on my Alcoas and adaptors with no problems. Trust me, if you do something to break one of these adaptors, the adaptor wont be the only thing broke! It would take some serious stresses to hurt them.

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***SouthernCummins*** · 08-07-2008, 04:03 PM

Thanks Performance....I'm just leary of spacers or adapters... But I want the bigger, wider tires or the Alcoas...

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Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

***SouthernCummins*** · 08-07-2008, 05:40 PM

BUMP....C'mon people....Some others have to have something to say...

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Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

**Chris Mallett** · 08-07-2008, 07:59 PM

Subscribed....

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***SouthernCummins*** · 08-08-2008, 08:39 AM

I know there is more people with adapters or spacers.

Chris how's your Dually project coming?

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Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

clowninmd · 08-08-2008, 11:36 AM

i ran 1.5" spacers on the back of my 2500hd and towed my toy haulers about 11-12k lbs no problems. my buddy has them on all 4 corners of his monster ford, tows a bumper pull same weight, no problems. 2 other buddies with duallys , 37's, on 22.5's, tow monster 5th wheel toy haulers, no problems. i was nervous at first from what i've heard, but none of us have had any problems at all.

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***SouthernCummins*** · 08-08-2008, 06:01 PM

Bump......

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Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

***jsnolan99*** · 08-08-2008, 06:14 PM

T, just turn loose some of that cash you've been stacking up and get them. LOL.

Of course, I'll jack the thread when you start showing them off with pictures.

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07.5 3500 DRW,Crew Lonestar, 6.7, G56, 3.73 gears, Edge Juice with Attitude, BADP 5" TBE, Magnaflow 5" muffler, 6" tip, EGR delete, B&W hitch, Amsoil BMK-11 bypass filter, Condenser Guard, Cobra 29LTD Classic, Recon Smoked Fender & Cab.
Next on the list: CAI,Clutch, Lift Pump, MP8, and the list is growing.
http://www.myspace.com/jeromy99
91 D250 5.9 single cab, 5 speed, Icebox CAI

***SouthernCummins*** · 08-08-2008, 06:27 PM

Yea I know it....But we getn the pink slip in a few days so it might be a lil while....But I pretty much got my mind set on Alcoas now....

If you want that back problem of yours taken care of, then just let me borrow some of that money you got so I can go ahead and get them now.....

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Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

08-07-2008, 05:18 AM	#1 (permalink)
*SouthernCummins* T-BONE Join Date: May 2008 Location: Topsy(North of Lake Charles), LA Posts: 635 SouthernCummins's Truck Pics	Towing with 10 lug adapters or Spacers Alright fellas(and gals), if you have read my other post, Dually Rockstars, then you know I'm looking for Wheels and Tires. More tires than anything, I'm running maypops now... But now my concern is how well and safe will I be hauling loads with spacers for wide tires? Or with adapters to run 22.5 alcoas? I pull a 36' 5er that is approx. 17K. I also haul a dozer occasionally, approx 24K. If I stay with stock wheels I'm goin to run a 34" or 35" tire, and goin to need 1.5" or bigger spacer. Thanks for any input you may have that will help me out. Tanner __________________ Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

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08-07-2008, 05:34 AM	#2 (permalink)
SNO-PRO Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 5 SNO-PRO's Truck Pics	I have a 98 with 2" spacers in back running rockstars and have had 0 problems. I was leary like you at first but now I am convinced. Mind you my 98 is a dump truck so you know there tried and trued as it sees full loads of, dirt, sand, gravel, and whatever else along with pulling skidloaders and mini-x, and so much more. I have had them on for about 24,000 miles and not one problem. Just make sure you torque to the proper specs as that is most ppl's downfall and horror stories with spacers

08-07-2008, 09:31 AM	#3 (permalink)
*SouthernCummins* T-BONE Join Date: May 2008 Location: Topsy(North of Lake Charles), LA Posts: 635 SouthernCummins's Truck Pics	Thanks SNO-PRO. That is a fair amount of weight being put on them spacers. Anyone else? I know Cumminsontherocks as Alcoas on his 1 ton.....where you at? __________________ Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

08-07-2008, 01:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
Performance Cummins Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Surgoinsville, Tennessee Posts: 279 Performance's Truck Pics	I have had some pretty big loads on my Alcoas and adaptors with no problems. Trust me, if you do something to break one of these adaptors, the adaptor wont be the only thing broke! It would take some serious stresses to hurt them. __________________ 2006 DODGE RAM 3500 - Silver, Reg. Cab, 4x4, Dually, 6spd, Quadzilla X2 Race Module, CFM+ Intake, AEM Workhorse Intake, Banks Monster Dual Exhaust, MBRP Cat. Delete Pipe, Isspro Gauges, Air Horns, ReadyLift Leveling Kit, 22.5" Alcoas, 255/70 Sumitomos.

08-07-2008, 04:03 PM	#5 (permalink)
*SouthernCummins* T-BONE Join Date: May 2008 Location: Topsy(North of Lake Charles), LA Posts: 635 SouthernCummins's Truck Pics	Thanks Performance....I'm just leary of spacers or adapters... But I want the bigger, wider tires or the Alcoas... __________________ Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

08-07-2008, 05:40 PM	#6 (permalink)
*SouthernCummins* T-BONE Join Date: May 2008 Location: Topsy(North of Lake Charles), LA Posts: 635 SouthernCummins's Truck Pics	BUMP....C'mon people....Some others have to have something to say... __________________ Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

08-07-2008, 07:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
Chris Mallett West Virginia Chapter President. Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Craigsville, WV Posts: 1,442 Chris Mallett's Truck Pics	Subscribed.... __________________ Sold... 99 QC LB 4x4 CTD 2005 Dually in the works, Engine rebuild, Cam & springs, 48re upgrade, still pricing and thinking.

08-08-2008, 08:39 AM	#8 (permalink)
*SouthernCummins* T-BONE Join Date: May 2008 Location: Topsy(North of Lake Charles), LA Posts: 635 SouthernCummins's Truck Pics	I know there is more people with adapters or spacers. Chris how's your Dually project coming? __________________ Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

08-08-2008, 11:36 AM	#9 (permalink)
clowninmd Cummins Fan Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Fernley, NV Posts: 33 clowninmd's Truck Pics	i ran 1.5" spacers on the back of my 2500hd and towed my toy haulers about 11-12k lbs no problems. my buddy has them on all 4 corners of his monster ford, tows a bumper pull same weight, no problems. 2 other buddies with duallys , 37's, on 22.5's, tow monster 5th wheel toy haulers, no problems. i was nervous at first from what i've heard, but none of us have had any problems at all. __________________ '05, gauges, banks bullet, st. pipe, silencer ring mia, dvd, punch 10's, 6x9's, 5 1/4's, tweets, bags, 50 gal aux tank, 5th hitch, air box modded, 6" lift, 20 RBP's on 35 toyos

08-08-2008, 06:01 PM	#10 (permalink)
*SouthernCummins* T-BONE Join Date: May 2008 Location: Topsy(North of Lake Charles), LA Posts: 635 SouthernCummins's Truck Pics	Bump...... __________________ Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com

08-08-2008, 06:14 PM	#11 (permalink)
*jsnolan99* DPF & EGR Free = SMILEYS Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sulphur, LA Posts: 270 jsnolan99's Truck Pics	T, just turn loose some of that cash you've been stacking up and get them. LOL. Of course, I'll jack the thread when you start showing them off with pictures. __________________ 07.5 3500 DRW,Crew Lonestar, 6.7, G56, 3.73 gears, Edge Juice with Attitude, BADP 5" TBE, Magnaflow 5" muffler, 6" tip, EGR delete, B&W hitch, Amsoil BMK-11 bypass filter, Condenser Guard, Cobra 29LTD Classic, Recon Smoked Fender & Cab. Next on the list: CAI,Clutch, Lift Pump, MP8, and the list is growing. http://www.myspace.com/jeromy99 91 D250 5.9 single cab, 5 speed, Icebox CAI

08-08-2008, 06:27 PM	#12 (permalink)
*SouthernCummins* T-BONE Join Date: May 2008 Location: Topsy(North of Lake Charles), LA Posts: 635 SouthernCummins's Truck Pics	Yea I know it....But we getn the pink slip in a few days so it might be a lil while....But I pretty much got my mind set on Alcoas now.... If you want that back problem of yours taken care of, then just let me borrow some of that money you got so I can go ahead and get them now..... __________________ Tanners' Ride->2006 Dodge 3500, 4x4, Lonestar Edition, 5.9L Cummins, 6 Spd w/ South Bend DD, SMARTY, Volant CAI, AFE Bladerunner, 5" TB, 7" BullHaulers, 3 DiPricols, 4 Train Horns, 2.5" Leveling Kit, BD Cool Down Timer, Connex 3300 CB, Chrome Truck Nutz! Lots of lil' extras AIRDOG IS NEXT! http://www.myspace.com/tanner_bone Thanks you Wally @ FTE Diesel FTEDiesel.com