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D-14 Front Tires on loader tractor..

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Topic: D-14 Front Tires on loader tractor..

Posted By: rasman57
Subject: D-14 Front Tires on loader tractor..
Date Posted: 01 Feb 2022 at 4:49am

Original five bolt rims 5.50 x 16 on my D-14 loader tractor...... I need to replace the old rotten mismatched fronts with new and am thinking about going up to 6 x 16 for this loader tractor. Any recommendations? 3 rib vs LT? Is 16 vs 5.50 width an issue for rubbing in anyone's experience? I have used Miller Tire for a couple other AC projects in the past. I see the local Blaines Farm and Fleet has a Carlise tire that might work. Appreciate any input or experience you have.

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Posted By: jaybmiller
Date Posted: 01 Feb 2022 at 6:08am

I have new rims and LT tires on my D-14 with a 'full time' loader. Will have to check what tires are on it.

BIG issue... don't turn without moving ! HUGE stresses on the rims when loaded.

Buy 'loader' rims or ones reinforced at the mtg holes. Both my old rim 'fractured' along the bolt circle, literally slicing the rim into 2.

Keep max air pressure in the tires,makes it easier on them

Sure hope you have power steering as ANY weight up front makes 'armstrong' steering a real 'treat' !!

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3 D-14s,A-C forklift, B-112
Kubota BX23S lil' TOOT( The Other Orange Tractor)

Never burn your bridges, unless you can walk on water

Posted By: Codger
Date Posted: 01 Feb 2022 at 7:25am

I put Carlisle tires and new rims on my skid steer because they were both American made. Good heavy sidewall appearance also. "Guard Dog" line/brand. Won't do this again as they are the softest and must cut and chunk vulnerable tires I've ever had on anything myself. I swear they would rip open if the front bucket were loaded and the machine turned sharp on abrasive concrete. However, that is just my experience with the brand. I see a lot of farm tractors come into the shop, (most older) than have the brand and they seem to wear well, but I've no idea as to hours in use, nor actual use but usually chore tractors on feed lots etc.

Most of what is installed in the shop is Titan, Atlas, Galaxy, or Firestone if one can stand the expense. I put Firestone four rib on my White 2-55 and have been superbly impressed.

Not bashing, nor condoning anything but relaying real world experience. I talk to people before making purchases and seldom take a salesperson at their word.

Posted By: 200Tom1
Date Posted: 01 Feb 2022 at 10:11am

I spent 22 years owning a farm tire shop. If they still make Firestone 3 ribs, put them on your loader tractor, 6 ply. With pickup tires, you will always be using the brake to turn. I sold Carlisle tires the casing, back then was real thin, hay stubble would puncture them. I would upgrade to a 600x16. They will work OK on a 16" five bolt rim that fits on your 14. FYI If I still owned my tire shop, a 600x16 american made, heavy 6 ply 3 rib tire would cost you $69.95 each + the price of a new tube.

Posted By: DSeries4
Date Posted: 01 Feb 2022 at 11:53am

I have 3 D14s. 1 has 6.00x16, the other 2 have 6.50x16. No problems.

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Posted By: rasman57
Date Posted: 01 Feb 2022 at 7:58pm

Thanks for the insight and advise. The D-14 has power steering. No way I would fight that loader weight otherwise. I have another D-14 with the 3 rib tires and they have served me well. When I bought this loader tractor a few week ago I decided to replace the old front tires while trying to turn it to load it on my trailer. I have found over the years that good tires are needed on front heavy equipment. Rolling a tire off the rim or flattening it in the middle of a project leads to regret and swearing. :-)