IH3444
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Hello All,
Purchased a Kioti CS size tractor just for mowing in 2022. The right-hand side (mower discharge side) rear turf tire has developed a pin hole leak just right in the middle of the side wall. It took a bit of time to discover it, due to it being so tiny. But by spraying soapy water on the tread for about 10 revolutions, then spraying the valve stem, and finally removing wheel and laying on its side to check if it was leaking at the bead/rim by accident discovered the sidewall leak. Since installed a plug, which seems to be holding for now.
Having read on two lawn care forums now that some individuals' state that these Grass Master turf tires have weak sidewalls. Both people stated that they are "junk" in their opinions. The tires are 2 months out of warranty and only have 92 hours on them. They are also used by Kubota on their BX size machines as OE. So, I felt I was safe. Wrong again!
Considering another brand of turf tires. Some say that Carlisle tires aren't what they used to be, but Carlisle does offer both front and rear tires with a 6ply rating. Pricy, but are available. The present Grass Master tires have a 4ply rating.
Other Brands being considered are Kenda, and BTK, although they only have a 4ply rating if I want to stay with basically turf tires.
Appreciate any insight, wisdom, experience with turf tires.
Purchased a Kioti CS size tractor just for mowing in 2022. The right-hand side (mower discharge side) rear turf tire has developed a pin hole leak just right in the middle of the side wall. It took a bit of time to discover it, due to it being so tiny. But by spraying soapy water on the tread for about 10 revolutions, then spraying the valve stem, and finally removing wheel and laying on its side to check if it was leaking at the bead/rim by accident discovered the sidewall leak. Since installed a plug, which seems to be holding for now.
Having read on two lawn care forums now that some individuals' state that these Grass Master turf tires have weak sidewalls. Both people stated that they are "junk" in their opinions. The tires are 2 months out of warranty and only have 92 hours on them. They are also used by Kubota on their BX size machines as OE. So, I felt I was safe. Wrong again!
Considering another brand of turf tires. Some say that Carlisle tires aren't what they used to be, but Carlisle does offer both front and rear tires with a 6ply rating. Pricy, but are available. The present Grass Master tires have a 4ply rating.
Other Brands being considered are Kenda, and BTK, although they only have a 4ply rating if I want to stay with basically turf tires.
Appreciate any insight, wisdom, experience with turf tires.
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