A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

[jstall]

Fellow Crafters

I need some more fun, need to change my "MO JO" so to speak, I'd like to experiment
with some large soft tundra tires on my T Craft.

Something like maybe 24 inches to maybe 36 inches in diameter total soft at 10 psi or so
that would fit my existing 6 inch wheels??

Is that out there?? I am currently running the Cleveland mechanical wheels and 6:00x6
tires

Any ideas would be helpful

J Stalings
Alva, OK

[astjp2]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

Well there is the 26" desser tires, then its up to the bushwheels and I try to run about 12 psi. I hope you have a lot of money, they are mucho expensive...

[woodmw]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

Here's a thread about the Desser tundra. I'd just like to know how we can get the paper work to install these but can't get it for 6-ply 600x6.

http://vb.taylorcraft.org/showthread.php?11036-Desser-850-Smooth-Tundra-vs-600&highlight=tundra

[astjp2]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

You have the wrong IA!

[ifdale]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

I'm using the lighter weight 26" Alaskan bushwheel airstreaks. They weigh the same as my older 8.50-6 tires with tubes, I love em.

[PA1195]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

Same here. They weighed about 19# each (http://www.airframesalaska.com/Alask...p/26126.r1.htm). For the price and if lots of pavement ops are intended the Desser 22" 8:50's are probably a better deal (https://www.desser.com/Aircraft-Tire...LASS-AA4K5.asp), but if you need extra floatation and rough country cushion the 26-29's are good. Just avoid dragging them hot dry pavement during landing and especially hard turning.

If I did it again I'd get the Desser tires for the flying I do anymore.

Gary

[N74DV]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

I've got the Desser 8.50s on my C150/150 taildragger. I absolutely love them! They'd be great on a Tcraft. They weigh in at exactly 12.2lb each with tire and tube. I run mine at 22psi, but on a Tcraft I'd say 12-15psi would be perfect. You'll want to get rid of the shitty Shinn brakes though and go for the Grove hydraulic conversion.

[PA1195]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

The main advantage of the Airstreak/Bushwheel tires is they can be run at very low pressures...8# min is listed but some run them lower in adverse conditions. They are one piece tubeless and can slip on the rims some during braking without shearing the valve stem. No need to screw the tire to the rim. Valve stem's in the tire sidewall. The price for all that is increased wear due to scrubbing from flexing of the soft rubber. Not really meant for continuous use on pavement at low pressures.

Gary

[cvavon]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

I have a set of 26/12.50 /6 Airstreaks they are very close to new as the mold parting line is still on them and all the way around them they are for sale call me at 931 306 9484. will post photos soon

[akndrifter]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

I have a set of 26/12.50 /6 Airstreaks they are very close to new as the mold parting line is still on them and all the way around them they are for sale call me at 931 306 9484. will post photos soon

How much are you asking? I know a guy looking to put some on a J-3.

[cvavon]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

I would like to get $1950.00 for them plus shipping

[cvavon]

Re: A bit crazy but I want some big big tires

here are some photos of the bush wheels