Stow-Away Wheels

What is a Stow-Away Wheel?

Manutec’s innovative CARASTOWWHEEL is engineered to lower your caravan and facilitate smooth entry into
lower carports and other confined spaces for storage. With a diameter of 405mm, these specialised wheels
operate by lowering your van’s height proportionate to the existing wheel diameter.

Manutec CARASTOWWHEELs are specifically designed to fit 10-inch brake drums or 12-inch brake drums when used with a spacer (available separately).


How to Calculate the Height Difference

Step 1: Find the Radius of Your Current Wheel
The radius is half the diameter. For example:
A 600mm diameter wheel has a radius of 300mm (600 ÷ 2 = 300mm).

Step 2: Find the Radius of the Carastow Wheel
The Carastow Wheel has a diameter of 405mm, so its radius is:
202.5mm (405 ÷ 2 = 202.5mm).

Step 3: Calculate the Height Difference
Subtract the radius of the Carastow Wheel from the radius of your current wheel:
300mm – 202.5mm = 97.5mm.

This means you’ll achieve a height drop of 97.5mm when switching to the Carastow Wheel from a 600mm diameter wheel.


Which Model is Right for You?

1. CARASTOWWHEEL5 (5-Stud Model)

  • Stud Pattern: 5 stud (Standard) Suits standard Ford, HT, HQ .

2. CARASTOWWHEEL-LC5 (5-Stud LandCruiser Model)

  • Stud Pattern: 5×150 PCD Suits LandCruiser 5-stud.

3. CARASTOWWHEEL-LC6 (6-Stud LandCruiser Model)

  • Stud Pattern: 6×139.7 PCD Suits LandCruiser 6-stud.

Will Manutec CARASTOWWHEELs Fit 12-Inch Drums?

Yes, Manutec CARASTOWWHEELs are compatible with 12-inch brake drums when paired with the appropriate spacer (sold separately). These spacers are designed to provide the necessary clearance between the wheel and the brake drum, ensuring a secure and proper fit.

1. CARA-SPACER-LC5 (5-Stud Spacer)

  • Stud Pattern: 5×150 PCD Suits LandCruiser 5-stud.

2. CARA-SPACER-LC6 (6-Stud Spacer)

  • Stud Pattern: 6×139.7 PCD Suits LandCruiser 6-stud.

Why Choose Manutec’s Carastow Wheels?

Manutec’s Stow-Away Wheels are engineered for Australian caravans and trailers, providing a reliable solution for height clearance issues. With decades of experience in trailer components, Manutec ensures quality, durability, and practicality in every product.


Videos