Babys got new shoes. R4 on BX23

[Berniep]

Well if you read my thread called "One of those days" you know I was having some bad luck with the stock ag tires while running the rotary cutter.
I went and ordered some R4s and they cam in yesterday so I went and picked them up this morning.
I noticed right away they are heavier duty.
They appear to be much thicker rubber and way less "Balloony".
You can see how much lower profile the front tires are. Notice especially on How the transition of the sidewall to the tread portion between the lug is so rounded on the ags. I just drove it from the shop to the barn but it already seems less bouncy.
Oh and it sits 3/4 inch higher when measured from the frame thats just under the floorboard towards the back.
Turned it into a real stump jumper

 

[Taiser]

Yeah I always liked the R4's. I looked at the Ag tires for my 7800 but with the bush work I was going to do, all that empty space in between lugs made me nervous. R4's were perfect fit. You'll probably notice a bit smoother ride too!

 

[offcamber]

Good luck with the new sneakers....I got the R4s in my BX24 and haven't had any issue. I have taken it out in some rocky brush cover terrain with no incedents. I run pavment to get diesel fuel for the BX and it runs nice and smooth on the roads. My ATVs feel like they have square wheels on the roads lol...
Let us know how they work out for you.

 

[srossman]

Well if you read my thread called "One of those days" you know I was having some bad luck with the stock ag tires while running the rotary cutter.
I went and ordered some R4s and they cam in yesterday so I went and picked them up this morning.
I noticed right away they are heavier duty.
They appear to be much thicker rubber and way less "Balloony".
You can see how much lower profile the front tires are. Notice especially on How the transition of the sidewall to the tread portion between the lug is so rounded on the ags. I just drove it from the shop to the barn but it already seems less bouncy.
Oh and it sits 3/4 inch higher when measured from the frame thats just under the floorboard towards the back.
Turned it into a real stump jumper

Looks good Bernie. If you don't mind me asking, what was the quoted price for the new tires? Also, have you noticed any issues with the front tires rubbing on the frame or implements anywhere? I would like to do the same thing as you, as I've had a few of those flats myself.

-Scot

 

[Berniep]

They were 321 an some change out the door. I noticed he used ups ground for the shipping so someone might be able to get them delivered to your door. Maybe cost a little extra for non comercial delivery.

As far as clearance I have no issues but I understand that the front wheels will contact the mower deck at full lock. I don't have a mower deck so I can't really say about that.
Speaking of mowers, I was checking out the ZD326 zero turn diesel mower. These stupid tires may cost me way more than I first thought. Salesman said they have a 42 month no interestthing going on right now. Dangit I just got my 36month no interest loan for the 23 paid off.

 

[LBrown59]

I run pavment to get diesel fuel for the BX and it runs nice and smooth on the roads.

What do you mean run pavement to get diesel for BX ?

 

[steverichmond]

They were 321 an some change out the door. I noticed he used ups ground for the shipping so someone might be able to get them delivered to your door. Maybe cost a little extra for non comercial delivery.

Did you purchse wheels and tires or just the tires?

Thanks,
Steve

 

[KeithInSpace]

Hot. How much for the set?

 

[IC Smoke]

that price should be tires and rims.

Ive got R4's on my BX and I cut grass with it and no issues, and they work great in the mud/dirt as well.

run pavement Im assuming he has to drive down the road a bit to get diesel fuel...?!? just a guess

Ian

 

[offcamber]

What do you mean run pavement to get diesel for BX ?

Meaning I drive down the road to get to the station that sells Diesel to fill up the BX...I take 5 gallon gas can with me and I can fill the tractor and the gas can up at the same time....saves on trips...I mentioned it as they are smoother ride on the road than Ags