"Low Air" What does it mean?

Kora · Dec 25, 2015

One of the Humvees to be auctioned , the Inspection Report states tire is "Low Air". The driver side front tire is half way down to the ground.
Do you think it is a flat that must be repaired, or is just matter of to bring an air compressor to air up and drive it out?
Your thoughts please.
Thanks

hummer4x4guy · Dec 25, 2015

Sometimes it's just a leaking tire valve and a perfectly good tire.

porkysplace · Dec 25, 2015

Any tire that sat for a extended period of time low on air or flat should be replaced as it will have sidewall damage.

jasonjc · Dec 25, 2015

Kora said:
air up and drive it out?

Sure just drive it home.

patracy · Dec 25, 2015

Guys, let's be honest here. It's impossible for any of us to know what the state of the tire is. So Kora, the best course of action likely is to have it towed home of course. Perhaps it's just low and needs air, but as others have mentioned, if it's flat and has sat on the sidewalls, it's best to replace the tire.

porkysplace · Dec 25, 2015

Don't all the all HMMWV's coming out of auction have to be trailered or towed according to sales agreement not to drive on public roads ?

patracy · Dec 25, 2015

porkysplace said:
Don't all the all HMMWV's coming out of auction have to be trailered or towed according to sales agreement not to drive on public roads ?

Indeed, I'm running on a couple hours sleep. (Santa) Totally ignored the obvious. So used to people asking this kinda thing about the 6x6's I spaced. I'm going to take a nap!

TedG · Dec 25, 2015

If it is a true hmmwv tire, then it will have a run flat installed. This,will keep the side walls intack. However, now there will be a flat spot on the runflat. Air it up, load it on a transporter and take it home. PMCS it...best time you can spend on your new toy before you drive it.

tage · Dec 27, 2015

GP loves to fill the tires up with air for pictures. I would bring a cheap patch kit if it's obvious.

Retiredwarhorses · Dec 27, 2015

tage said:
GP loves to fill the tires up with air for pictures. I would bring a cheap patch kit if it's obvious.

its clear you have an ax to grind with GP....take it up with them ok? Either offer up constructive posts or don't bother.
those of us who have been here know of your GP issues....

CARNAC · Dec 27, 2015

Low air? Isn't that the opposite of high air? You pay less for low air and pay higher for high air unless you are in Colorado.

tage · Dec 27, 2015

I am offering sound advice. No ax to grind. I know how they operate locally. May it be ethical, or nought. I have bought from gp, and gl. And have been burned on items by both companies. However, I have also had a few good buys. Knowing what to look for in a very vague description, and low res pictures helps filter the trash.
Either way back OT, tires aren't covered by the warranty so bid accordingly.

springbok · Jan 4, 2016

Plan to replace the tire and bid with that in mind. If it turns out to be fine, lucky you

SETOYOTA · Jan 4, 2016

Is this a real question?

tage · Jan 4, 2016

SETOYOTA said:
Is this a real question?

Not anymore.

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