Recommendation for large, smooth sided R1 tires

[RayIN]

Flush-cut nippers work well for stuff like that. They don't have a curved blade like nail clippers. Cut them flush and don't pull on them. If you do, it'll leave a hole.

I forgot about those, and I have 4 in my toolbox. Good catch!

 

[Hay Dude]

Leonz,
Thanks for the feedback. I looked at the Firestone Evo, and a pic online shows them smooth. Upon further research, and finding a real picture of the tire, it too looked like it had the mold hairs on there. The Goodyears are what I want, so I will hold for a day or two and do some more research. They are supposed to be picked up today, so that’s good info you have. Have you seen all of the other tire brands as well? Considering Firestone, Titan, Carlisle, Goodyear, and maybe Michelin, but want USA rubber on my tractor. Best regards.

PS Simple Tire has been really great to deal with, want to give them a plug.

Firestone and Michelin are better R-1 Ag tires than Good-for-a-Years, IMO.
Heck I like Trelleborg and CEAT, too.


I have 2 tractors with (4) Trellborgs on each of them and really like em. Never a problem.

 

[RayIN]

Hay Dude; your Trellborgs have the bars/lugs closer together than Goodyear and many other brands.
That equates to more pulling power/rubber on the ground. My Goodyears have perhaps 6-7" between bars on the same side, that equates to better traction in muddy conditions; less traction/less rubber on the ground on firm to hard surfaces. At low speed on hard surfaces my Goodyears will shake your teeth out.
I like the Goodyear compromise R14 tires, but I doubt I'll live long enough to wear out these R1's.