Tire recommendations

[J-Mech]

Originally Posted by bolivier

Here is where I got them.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-4-00-8-4P-...item4d08cfaf62

Cheaper at Miller tire, for the same tire.

[bolivier]

Originally Posted by J-Mech

Cheaper at Miller tire, for the same tire.

They are $25 a piece, plus $10 per tube at miller tire. Plus $22 shipping. So....$82 at miller tire, or $72 off ebay.

[PaulS]

I have dealt with Miller Tire and really like their products and if you are fortunate enough to have them attend a nearby tractor show you can pick your order up at the show and save the shipping cost.

[Stratmoore Farms]

Originally Posted by bolivier

Here is where I got them.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-4-00-8-4P-...item4d08cfaf62

Thanks.

[J-Mech]

Originally Posted by bolivier

They are $25 a piece, plus $10 per tube at miller tire. Plus $22 shipping. So....$82 at miller tire, or $72 off ebay.

I didn't see that they came with tubes. $10 isn't really a deal killer for me, I like Miller Tire. Plus, I'd just order the tires from them and get my tubes locally. I haven't ever seen much difference in price for tubes. The tires are a little harder to get. Saves shipping costs since Miller ships by weight.

On a side note, it's not a bad idea to check local tire shops. My local Best one can get the tires. They cost more, but no shipping. Usually they are pretty close to what Miller tire wants by the time you pay the shipping. If it's more than a few bucks ($30 or more) I go with Miller. I prefer not to wait on the mail when I want something. I'll pay a little extra to get it next day, versus a week.

[drglinski]

I have paid more for a tire from Miller than I could have gotten offline for less because they are a reputable company and have served my family well for farm tires both with Cub Cadet and the larger letter series. Unless something changes, I'll likely continue it.

[Stratmoore Farms]

Good news-The Tire Fairy showed up yesterday in the form of the Big Brown Truck. He left a set of 23X8.50 ags for the rear for the rear and 4.00-8 Tri Ribs for the front. I didn't think about the front rims being too wide for the tires that I ordered.

What size rims should I run on the front with the above listed tires and do you have a good source for them?

Thanks

[CADplans]

I prefer the fender well to be full!





18X6.50-8 front tires made it level.

I wanted more ground clearance, as this is a blade only tractor.

The radials have enough traction to allow the machine to back up a significant grade.

[bolivier]

Originally Posted by Stratmoore Farms

Good news-The Tire Fairy showed up yesterday in the form of the Big Brown Truck. He left a set of 23X8.50 ags for the rear for the rear and 4.00-8 Tri Ribs for the front. I didn't think about the front rims being too wide for the tires that I ordered.

What size rims should I run on the front with the above listed tires and do you have a good source for them?

Thanks

You can find them on ebay. Or see if someone on here is parting out a tractor with skinny front wheels. I've had really good luck posting a wanted ad on here as well. Pretty much found what I've needed every time.

[Stratmoore Farms]

I finally got all of the tires mounted on the rims and installed on the 104 yesterday. I am pretty happy with the look.

I know the drill:


I will try and get some posted later.