These tires fit my Delta 28-243 14" band saw like a glove. They are difficult to put on if you don't use the DIY tool "Sulpher Grove Tool "recommends that you make to install the tires.
Look for the video on YouTube titled "Sulphur Grove Tool - Tools & Tips 1 - Band Saw Tire Installation Jig".
It took 8 minutes to install both tires with this tool and without too much effort, worked like a charm, no hot water to soften the tires, just a little bit of stretching.
The original rubber tires on the saw are 33 years old and the bottom tire was flopped around when I started the saw, time to change them. I decided to go with Urethane tires because I didn't want to mess with contact cement with rubber tires.
PROS:
o They don't need to be glued to the wheels.
o Urethane is much tougher than rubber, should last a long time.
o Didn't have to trim, they fit perfectly within the wheel flanges.
CONS:
o So far there are no CONS, they just work.
My saw is very quiet and balanced before changing the tires, no ripples on the water using the glass of water test. I didn't expect any difference using these new tires, still no water ripples, meaning the thickness of these tires are the same all the way around.
| Manufacturer | Sulpher Grove Tool |
|---|---|
| Part Number | UT141001-2 |
| Item Weight | 5.6 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 5.9 x 5.3 x 3.4 inches |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | UT141001-2 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color | Orange |
| Style | Modern |
| Material | Other |
| Item Package Quantity | 2 |
| Number Of Pieces | 2 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
