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).
Important Notice: Manutec’s CARASTOWWHEEL is intended for straight-line movement only and is not equipped for turning or pivoting manoeuvres. Attempting to turn or pivot your van may result in tyre separation from the rim and will void the warranty.
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.