HBarlow
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I had my new tires installed this morning. After asking at least a dozen questions and reading probably 100 responses, suggestions, and advice I finally made a purchase.
I bought a set of four Tensor Regulators in size 28x10x14, a pair of RB3 1" spacers for the rear axles, and had a small local tire and oil change shop near my home install them. My Pioneer 1000 is a base model but I had purchased a set of 14" Deluxe aluminum wheels from Shawnee Honda's ebay store a few months ago.
The new tires are a terrific improvement. Even better than I had hoped. They are quiet, perfectly balanced and smooth at 50 mph, and grip is much better in curves due to greater rubber contact. The 28" tires are noticeably visibly larger than stock and look good on the buggy but are not big enough to change the gearing enough to notice. The Tensor tires clear everything without lift kits, new A arms, or further modifications.
I'm surprised that I don't hear any tire roar or even hum at highway speed. All I hear now is mechanical engine and gear train noises.
The local "good old boys" at the small WV tire shop charged me $56.xx to mount and balance four tires, and install the rear axle spacers!! I expected to pay $25 or $30 per wheel plus another $30 or $40 to install the spacers. You "gotta" love WV.
While I was waiting for the shop to take in my buggy a hard-working local man was delivering tires to the shop and started a conversation about my Pioneer. He had just bought one. He asked what I was going to do with the take-off tires. They only have about 1200 miles on them. I didn't want to store them so told him I would take $10 each for them. He handed me two $20s and we were both happy.
To all of you who patiently answered my many questions, posted photos of your buggies, and offered endless explanations and advice I offer my sincere thank you. I'm very pleased with the result.
That's the great value of forums like the Honda Side by Side Club. Experienced guys helping newcomers with the benefit of your experience. Your guidance allowed me to avoid dumb choices and wasted money!
I bought a set of four Tensor Regulators in size 28x10x14, a pair of RB3 1" spacers for the rear axles, and had a small local tire and oil change shop near my home install them. My Pioneer 1000 is a base model but I had purchased a set of 14" Deluxe aluminum wheels from Shawnee Honda's ebay store a few months ago.
The new tires are a terrific improvement. Even better than I had hoped. They are quiet, perfectly balanced and smooth at 50 mph, and grip is much better in curves due to greater rubber contact. The 28" tires are noticeably visibly larger than stock and look good on the buggy but are not big enough to change the gearing enough to notice. The Tensor tires clear everything without lift kits, new A arms, or further modifications.
I'm surprised that I don't hear any tire roar or even hum at highway speed. All I hear now is mechanical engine and gear train noises.
The local "good old boys" at the small WV tire shop charged me $56.xx to mount and balance four tires, and install the rear axle spacers!! I expected to pay $25 or $30 per wheel plus another $30 or $40 to install the spacers. You "gotta" love WV.
While I was waiting for the shop to take in my buggy a hard-working local man was delivering tires to the shop and started a conversation about my Pioneer. He had just bought one. He asked what I was going to do with the take-off tires. They only have about 1200 miles on them. I didn't want to store them so told him I would take $10 each for them. He handed me two $20s and we were both happy.
To all of you who patiently answered my many questions, posted photos of your buggies, and offered endless explanations and advice I offer my sincere thank you. I'm very pleased with the result.
That's the great value of forums like the Honda Side by Side Club. Experienced guys helping newcomers with the benefit of your experience. Your guidance allowed me to avoid dumb choices and wasted money!
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