Question on tires

[mchargmg]

Hi all,

We purchased a flying 7a, and it is getting time to replace the left tire. Any suggestions on what tires you use, and if you recommend them? Do you change both out, or just the one with little tread? Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Geoff

 

[Sam Buchanan]

Hi all,

We purchased a flying 7a, and it is getting time to replace the left tire. Any suggestions on what tires you use, and if you recommend them? Do you change both out, or just the one with little tread? Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Geoff

Geoff, I'm not trying to ignore your question....but there is a TON of tire info and detailed answers to your questions in the forum archives. Some time with the Search engine will be time well spent.

Enjoy your new plane!

 

[Ironflight]

Search for "Desser"

 

[Bavafa]

I am also ready to order a set from Desser and noticed a set of 10 ply tire. I believe my last set was a 6 ply and has lasted around 300 hours, I am wondering if any one has any experince or info on the 10 PLY version.

http://www.desser.com/store/quicksearch.php?type=tire&size=500-5&ply=10

 

[Walt]

I use Goodyear Flight Custom II's for my aircraft and my customers unless they specify something else. The FC III is also very good especially if you want longer service intervals but they are a little heavier.

 

[David Paule]

I had very poor service life with the FC III on my Cessna 180. Went back to retreads.

Dave

 

[woodmanrog]

monster retreads

These are the best for VS that I, very tried.

 

[RV6_flyer]

Have had EXCELLENT service on the last three sets of Wilkinson Aircraft retreads. I paid $50 per delivered. Will need to PHONE them to order.

 

[DanBaier]

+1 for the monster retreads - best tire I've ever had. They are a little larger than standard though be sure there is some extra room in the wheel pant.

Dan

 

[wjnmd]

Tires

I'm in the same place. I need to replace my left front tire. I looked in Aircraft Spruce but Van's Aircraft has them for $70 plus $55 for the tube. I'm not sure if there are better tires out there with better wear so I'm interested to see what others have to say.

 

[LifeofReiley]

Love This Tire! http://www.desser.com/store/product...D-"ELITE-PREMIUM-2-GROOVE"-AIRCRAFT-TIRE.html

 

[alpinelakespilot2000]

Any opinions on the Michelin airstrip tubes vs. the aero classic leakguards? The latter are quite a bit cheaper, but have heard great things about the former.

Re: tires, Had been planning on the Desser monster tetreads but will also take a look at the Elites too. Sounds like the monsters are a bit larger than vans oem's. how about the elites?

 

[gclark]

Michlien Airstop tubes

Airstop tubes are well worth the money. They will hold airpressure over long periods either flying often or sitting for long periods. Do not leak down.