Tires 2542 lug tires

[nbtvee6]

Guys, those of you who have lug tires for your 2500 series help me out. I cannot find on the Carlisle website where there are any 23x9.5x12 lug tires. Everything I see is 23x10.5x12. Would those fit?

Where did you get yours? I have checked Northern Tool, TSC, and ASC. No dice...

 

[GRB]

I am certainly no expert, but I have talked to a couple of tire dealers in my area about replacing the cheapo OEM tires on my 2550. They are also 23x9.50x12 and both tire dealers told me that the 10.50's would fit. I think they would only be an inch wider than stock although I understand that the stock tires on the cubs are smaller than "standard" so the 23x10.50x12's may be a little bigger all around, but should still fit. Someone with more experience than me will likely chime in about this. Good luck and let us know how it works out for you.

 

[CCinCT]

I had 8.50's put on mine because the local tire guy said that the 10.50 wouldn't sit right. However, there are folks here and on the other site that have had 10.50's put on stock rims with no problems so far. 10.50's will give you more contact patch, but lighter loading. So which one will benefit you more depends on the terrain you are going to be using them on.

 

[broncosfan]

bought my lugs at tiresunlimited com and had good fast service. Even had to make a call and they pick up the phone. Good luck

 

[JSharp]

23 X 8.50 X 12 Lugs here -

http://www.gearworksmfg.com/lawntires/carlislebigbiters.html

I have to wonder if those being narrower wouldn't give you better traction in places where you don't need or want the flotation of a 10.50.

 

[nbtvee6]

Thanks Broncsfan. Those are good prices. I think I will order some.

JSharp, part of where I will be pulling my tow behind bush hog can be swampy so I think I need to go with the biggest ones I can.

Now for an extra set of rims. Do I need to go to my CC dealer for those? Anybody know how much I can expect to pay?

 

[JSharp]

Partstree.com lists them for $60.45 each. Ouch. Amazing that they cost more than stamped and welded automotive wheels.

 

[nbtvee6]

Thanks Jsharp. That is a cool website.

 

[LBrown59]

Guys, those of you who have lug tires for your 2500 series help me out.
1*I cannot find on the Carlisle website where there are any 23x9.5x12 lug tires.
2* Everything I see is 23x10.5x12. Would those fit?
3*Where did you get yours?
4*I have checked Northern Tool, TSC, and ASC. No dice...

1*Turfs and lugs are not made in matching sizes.
2*Surely you saw 23X8.5X12. These are the Correct lugs for replacing the turfs.
3*I got mine when I purchased the 2554. The dealer swaped the turfs for Carlisle 23x8.5x12. Paid a $100 more for it with lugs over turfs.
4*Go back to Carlisle and the other places you checked and get the 23x8.5x12.

 

[LBrown59]

23 X 8.50 X 12 Lugs here -

http://www.gearworksmfg.com/lawntires/carlislebigbiters.html

1*I have to wonder if those being narrower wouldn't give you better traction in places where you don't need or want the flotation of a 10.50.

That's exactly why AGs are narrower than turfs.
Wide is for floation.
Narrow is for digging down and dgging in to get a bite.

 

[LBrown59]

Thanks Broncsfan. Those are good prices. I think I will order some.

JSharp, part of where I will be pulling my tow behind bush hog can be swampy so I think I need to go with the biggest ones I can.

Now for an extra set of rims. Do I need to go to my CC dealer for those? Anybody know how much I can expect to pay?

Why do you need an extra set of rims?

 

[LBrown59]

JSharp, part of where I will be pulling my tow behind bush hog can be swampy so
* I think I need to go with the biggest ones I can.

* Nope you want to go narrower than the 9.5 turfs that's on it now.
Turf tires are floating tires
and will spin on swampy surfaces..
Putting a wider lug tire on will increase the floation ability of the ag and cause it to spin easier just like the turf does.

Thr 8.5 has a better chance of cutting through the swampy surface than does the 10.5.

 

[nbtvee6]

Thanks Jbrown. I understand now. I had it backwards.

I need an extra set of rims so that I can swap tires depending on what I am doing without having to buy a tire changer. I have a very well manicured lawn that I spend lots of time, energy, and money on and do not want to ruin it with AG tires.

Thanks guys, I swear, I love the internet.

 

[LBrown59]

Thanks Jbrown. I understand now. I had it backwards.

I need an extra set of rims so that I can swap tires depending on what I am doing without having to buy a tire changer. I have a very well manicured lawn that I spend lots of time, energy, and money on and do not want to ruin it with AG tires.

Thanks guys, I swear, I love the internet.

Ben running my bx23 with AGs all over my yard for 4 summers now and lawn damage hasn't been a problem.
If AG tires on a bx23 Sub Compact in 4 wheel drive with the BH and a FEL on it don't hurt the yard I'm sure a little ole lighter 2 wheel drive CC 2500 series garden tractor with AGs on the rear hain't gonna hurt the yard.

 

[micman32]

I have 23x8.50x12 on my 2518. I was told by the dealer this was the replacement size for the turfs. Traction is great and have had no problems.

Michael

 

[LBrown59]

More on the subject of wide VS narrow tire.
Machine Builders Network

 

[LBrown59]

I put wide snow tires on a 71 ford pick up and made it helpless.
Years before I had a 65 VW that I put tall narrow snow tires on.
What it wouldn't go through it would hop over.

 

[ducati996]

Guys, those of you who have lug tires for your 2500 series help me out. I cannot find on the Carlisle website where there are any 23x9.5x12 lug tires. Everything I see is 23x10.5x12. Would those fit?

Where did you get yours? I have checked Northern Tool, TSC, and ASC. No dice...

We have the same rear rim 7.5" wide, and the 23 x 10 - 12 asks for a 8.5" wide. But long story short is yes they will fit and operate perfectly fine (see pictures). Never had an issue with the turf being ruined either, of course I dont go on the grass when it is really wet, and im towing something. Go with at least a 4ply tire, you might be able to find a 6 ply as well. helps with weight load and reduces flats the more plys you have.


www.carlisletire.com

www.tiresunlimited.com

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[LBrown59]

narrow for digging
wide for floating

 

[JIMDALTON]

A 23 10.50X12 WILL WORK. Some imports are smaller than the Carlisle. There are some six ply Deestone brand that are closer to the size of the 23 950x12 on ebay see item:
23/10.50x12 JOHN DEERE TIRES GRAVELY CLIMB HILLS on eBay Slightly Unusual, Weird Stuff, Everything Else
23/10.50x12 JOHN DEERE TIRES GRAVELY CLIMB HILLS on eBay Slightly Unusual, Weird Stuff, Everything Else
Hope this helps jim Have worked around tires for 50 yr