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6 new tires on my M923A2, what pitfalls can I avoid?
Maybe in heavier use than I use it there would be a more optimum tire and wheel than the 395 Michelin XZL on combat rims, but I don't have enough 000'S in my bank account to afford them. The Goodyear AT-2 that came on it had problems and may have led to a failure....about 20x more likely than...- tobyS
- Post #17
- Forum: 5-ton and up
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6 new tires on my M923A2, what pitfalls can I avoid?
No, I have not had issues when loaded and I don't worry about a blow out. Tires that are about to give up usually give some warning and have more age than these do. The Goodyear AT-2 14.00's that were on it before were egg shaped and stating to give warning signs of potential failure, but not...- tobyS
- Post #12
- Forum: 5-ton and up
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6 new tires on my M923A2, what pitfalls can I avoid?
The 395's are noticeably shorter and lower your top speed. They are my recommendation as well. Here they are on my M929. Definitely repaint the seal areas, new o-rings and valve stem seal. Load rating on the 14.00 AT-2 GY is about 9700 and the rating on the 395 Michelins is around 12.500.- tobyS
- Post #8
- Forum: 5-ton and up