Geno 1,929 #1 Posted September 29, 2014 (edited) I've been talking with a tire manufacturer this morning about tires. The big 3 distributors in KY don't have much of a selection and don't keep much in the way of stock so I'm looking into going direct on some things. All they want to sell is Carlisle and the price is just a little out there. The company is Countrywide and they have a lifetime guarantee even for hazards. This company is also prepared to make what they do not already have if there is a demand. I may very well become a tire distributor on some of these if I can get volume and pricing in order. What are you guys buying as far as size in a 3 rib and what are you paying? You can include pricing on other tires and sizes as well if you like as I will be talking to them about those also. I'm just going to start keeping track up here so I can find it all. Slammer - Deestone 4.00-8 the set I bought were 56$ delivered http://www.greatercl...-F-dsh-2/Detail Ken B - 16-6.50-8' Firestones 160 bucks Edited September 29, 2014 by Geno Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,155 #2 Posted September 29, 2014 I've been buying Deestone 4.00-8 the set I bought were 56$ for the set sent to my front door I bought another set at the steam show 25$ a peice I ordered through gct.com there prices are hard to beat went to a local tire shop they wouldn't even try to beat or match there prices Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #3 Posted September 29, 2014 (edited) What was the exact tire size and type. A link would be fine too. Was it these? http://www.greaterclevelandtire.com/servlet/the-1182/4.00-dsh-8-4P-Deestone-F-dsh-2/Detail Edited September 29, 2014 by Geno Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,155 #4 Posted September 29, 2014 Here's what the tire has on it a tube type 4ply nylon 4.00-8 I believe the part # D-401-01 I don't know how to put a link up I'm using my phone but I just checked greater Cleveland tire and they are 39.50$ for a set 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #5 Posted September 29, 2014 That's the ones in the link, thanks Slammer. I'll be able to beat the locals pretty hard cause if this works out they will be the ones buying from me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,155 #6 Posted September 29, 2014 Yep that looks like it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #7 Posted September 29, 2014 Is slammer the only one who bought these? Anyone bought a tri rib in a 16-650-8? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #8 Posted September 29, 2014 As a matter of fact I have. I've bought a couple sets of the Firestone tires. There mounted on the GT16 loader tractor, C175 with tall chute blower along with the 520xi that I run 48" blade. I like the tire even in the winter they work well. I thought about using a roller chain on the outside of the tire for traction on ice but haven't as yet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Firpo701 407 #9 Posted September 29, 2014 Been thinking about getting a pair of 4.00-8's myself...;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bobie01 22 #10 Posted September 29, 2014 Im also thinking about 3 rib did anyone have a pic from a 4.00x8 on a Wheel Horse?Personally I would make them an o Raider 10. I hope it s no problem that I help asking Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #11 Posted September 29, 2014 5 rib for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,155 #12 Posted September 29, 2014 Here's a set on my 401 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molon_Labe 731 #13 Posted September 29, 2014 Im also thinking about 3 rib did anyone have a pic from a 4.00x8 on a Wheel Horse?Personally I would make them an o Raider 10. I hope it s no problem that I help asking Set of Deestones from GTC on a C-161 $56 delivered Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #14 Posted September 29, 2014 Where are you guys getting them from and what are you paying for them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,155 #15 Posted September 29, 2014 U also have a set of 4.00-8 AGS on my lawn ranger which cost about the same price I think they would look good on the front of a bigger WH Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #16 Posted September 29, 2014 (edited) 5 rib for me. Like these fronts? Edited September 29, 2014 by Geno Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,155 #17 Posted September 29, 2014 Got them at greater Cleveland tire too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #18 Posted September 29, 2014 Well, M.E. is where a lot of guys go along with GCT. However the prices at M.E are high. But they are name brands. Firestones....Ag tires front or rear with a Firestone name with cost some $$$ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #19 Posted September 29, 2014 Like these fronts? Well, yes and no... Here is a link to where some of the members go and you will see the 5 rib is quite a bit different. Much deeper tread. http://www.millertire.com/categories/lawn-garden-tires/18x8-50-8/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #20 Posted September 29, 2014 (edited) Got them at greater Cleveland tire too I've been looking but can't find them there. Well, M.E. is where a lot of guys go along with GCT. However the prices at M.E are high. But they are name brands. Firestones....Ag tires front or rear with a Firestone name with cost some $$$ I'm trying to find a low cost alternative for people who don't want to pay for the name. Well, yes and no... Here is a link to where some of the members go and you will see the 5 rib is quite a bit different. Much deeper tread. http://www.millertire.com/categories/lawn-garden-tires/18x8-50-8/ Thanks Edited September 29, 2014 by Geno Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #21 Posted September 29, 2014 The savings you will be able to offer will not be felt in the quality of the tire.. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #22 Posted September 29, 2014 (edited) What size are these being ordered in and what are they being put on, these are 18-850-8, is that a size you guys use a lot? http://www.millertir...ires/18x8-50-8/ Edited September 29, 2014 by Geno Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #23 Posted September 29, 2014 No, just on the "xi" line. Big front tire Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #24 Posted September 29, 2014 Actually that should have been the 16 x 7.5 x 8 sorry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #25 Posted September 29, 2014 I can't find that style on that site in that size. Do you have a link to it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
