Who has 16.5's?
#11
ha ha, I thought my dad was the only one who had encountered this problem, it was a turd trying to track down 16.5 apparently they can be less safe cuz when they blow
i guess the bead is susceptible to blowin right off the rim or somethin like that. dumb question but did you check out tirerack.com, also if they show none available call em up an talk to a rep because they may only make a limited set quantity from the factory, but they might be able to tell you who to get in touch with
i guess the bead is susceptible to blowin right off the rim or somethin like that. dumb question but did you check out tirerack.com, also if they show none available call em up an talk to a rep because they may only make a limited set quantity from the factory, but they might be able to tell you who to get in touch with
#12
ha ha, I thought my dad was the only one who had encountered this problem, it was a turd trying to track down 16.5 apparently they can be less safe cuz when they blow
i guess the bead is susceptible to blowin right off the rim or somethin like that. dumb question but did you check out tirerack.com, also if they show none available call em up an talk to a rep because they may only make a limited set quantity from the factory, but they might be able to tell you who to get in touch with
i guess the bead is susceptible to blowin right off the rim or somethin like that. dumb question but did you check out tirerack.com, also if they show none available call em up an talk to a rep because they may only make a limited set quantity from the factory, but they might be able to tell you who to get in touch with
#14
I've got 16.5's and i've seen prices of about $400+ per tire (for just the rubber)... I figure for about $500 more (altogether) i can step up to 17 or 18" wheels and tires and eliminate this problem next time i need some new rubbers... JMO...
Another option is the Millitary Hummer tires, they are mad aggressive from what i hear...
Another option is the Millitary Hummer tires, they are mad aggressive from what i hear...
#15
If you do want to upgrade, try craigslist or ebay. If you want to stay with 16.5's, i got my tires from petboys. I think the biggest size was like a 31, 32 or 33's. Check it out if you have a store near you. As far as the army surplus depot, the smallest hummer tire is a 37 on a 16.5" rim size. I know because i work at a military maintenence facility, also army retired.
#18
#19
To my knowledge the 50+ year old 16.5 was designed to increase strength and high run a higher psi than what was available at the time. Also steel was the main metal used and I am sure the design was also passed down from the semi wheel design. Now with new designs and technology we have many more options in aluminum that have a higher load capacity and a built in safety bead.
Pro Comp discontinued the 33x12.50R16.5 A/T.
They are still avilable in a Mud & All Terrain until the supply runs out.
If anyone wants the 33x12.50R16.5 let us know.
Pro Comp discontinued the 33x12.50R16.5 A/T.
They are still avilable in a Mud & All Terrain until the supply runs out.
If anyone wants the 33x12.50R16.5 let us know.
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#20
To my knowledge the 50+ year old 16.5 was designed to increase strength and high run a higher psi than what was available at the time. Also steel was the main metal used and I am sure the design was also passed down from the semi wheel design. Now with new designs and technology we have many more options in aluminum that have a higher load capacity and a built in safety bead.
Pro Comp discontinued the 33x12.50R16.5 A/T.
They are still avilable in a Mud & All Terrain until the supply runs out.
If anyone wants the 33x12.50R16.5 let us know.
Pro Comp discontinued the 33x12.50R16.5 A/T.
They are still avilable in a Mud & All Terrain until the supply runs out.
If anyone wants the 33x12.50R16.5 let us know.