Interco AquaTorque in 21x11-8 interest?

[6X6]

Hi guys. I've seen and do like the aggressive aquatorque tires, though shoe-horning them on my attexes will not be an option. I did send an E-Mail to Pattie at Interco, pcampbell@intercotire.com asking if there will be a possible run, and expressing interest. Anyone else who would be interested? Please shoot an E-mail too. While I'm sure they will swim less than say Argo tires they look like a good heavy mud/swimmer compromise.

[jpswift1]

I think a 22x12x8 or 22x11x8 would be a more popular size than 21" and it would still fit most smaller machines like Attexes and Max IIs. I'd be in on that!

[LarryW]

I think a 22x12x8 or 22x11x8 would be a more popular size than 21" and it would still fit most smaller machines like Attexes and Max IIs. I'd be in on that!

I want 22x16x8 aquatorque fat cats!

[Stonewall]

I want 22x16x8 aquatorque fat cats!

Any tire that's 16-18 inches wide would be awesome!!

But what has to be done to make a tire in a new size? Won't that require tooling completely new molds? We're talking alot of money here.....

[JoeMeg]

Any tire that's 16-18 inches wide would be awesome!!

But what has to be done to make a tire in a new size? Won't that require tooling completely new molds? We're talking alot of money here.....

IMHO,if there is not enough demand for tires like the runamuk or the closed chevron carlisles to be in production using existing tooling,we will never see anything new. Except for tires like the new "Argo" tires that a customer will (can) commit to large volume annual purchases.

Joe.

[6X6]

I think a 22x12x8 or 22x11x8 would be a more popular size than 21" and it would still fit most smaller machines like Attexes and Max IIs. I'd be in on that!

Actually mentioned 21 OR 22 in E-Mail, I'd rather 22 but if they consider either...

I want 22x16x8 aquatorque fat cats!

I'd be game for some, though no idea where to get wide enough rims.

Any tire that's 16-18 inches wide would be awesome!!

But what has to be done to make a tire in a new size? Won't that require tooling completely new molds? We're talking alot of money here.....

Me or a few guys buying some would never get the molds done. But if we show interest, and they see interest elsewhere.... Each E-mail is one more closer to a possible tire.

I know getting these done is a long shot. There is not a huge demand on this size, but enough interest can get something going...

[jpswift1]

This would be perfect for Recreatives to use on their Max II since the 22" Goodyear Rawhide III is discontinued. If they folks at RI emailed them, that would have a lot of pull.

[Stonewall]

Personally, I would much rather see the Vampire ASX in a smaller size. From what I've seen it seems to be the best all around AATV tire.

[jpswift1]

Personally, I would much rather see the Vampire ASX in a smaller size. From what I've seen it seems to be the best all around AATV tire.

That's absolutely right. I'd prefer them over the Aquatorques as well.

[6X6]

This would be perfect for Recreatives to use on their Max II since the 22" Goodyear Rawhide III is discontinued. If they folks at RI emailed them, that would have a lot of pull.

That would be absolutely true. I have no contact at RI, but if someone were able to catch an ear, and they liked the idea then who knows what would happen.

As for ASX vs. Aquatorque, I don't know what would perform better overall, as I have never ran either. I only though that while the ASX did swim better than other vamps, it still was not that good. I know that "Good" is a relative term depending on expectations, and also different machines swim differently with the same tires so....?

Really I'd be game for a smaller version of either. Long shot as it is, I'm gonna keep trying!

[jpswift1]

That would be absolutely true. I have no contact at RI, but if someone were able to catch an ear, and they liked the idea then who knows what would happen.

As for ASX vs. Aquatorque, I don't know what would perform better overall, as I have never ran either. I only though that while the ASX did swim better than other vamps, it still was not that good. I know that "Good" is a relative term depending on expectations, and also different machines swim differently with the same tires so....?

Really I'd be game for a smaller version of either. Long shot as it is, I'm gonna keep trying!

The ASX is the best of the best. It's better than the regular Vampires in the mud, it's wider, offering more floatation, and it has the aggressive side wall lugs that the regular Vampires don't. I wonder if they could make a scaled down version of the 26x13x12 without too much extra effort.....hmmmmmm.

[SWAMP HAWG]

I firmly believe the only way we will see a 22" Aquatorq is to get Recreatives on board & supply them on Max II's .
I think I read somewhere that they were testing out the maxxis sur trak to replace the rawhide III.
Who wants that Maxxis tire on a new machine?
Not me & I certainly wouldn't even consider it as upgrade to an older machine.
Perhaps RI could be convinced to test the 25" Aqua's on their Max IV . If the results were satisfactory I think they would push to have Interco supply a 22" Aqua for the Max II.

[jpswift1]

I firmly believe the only way we will see a 22" Aquatorq is to get Recreatives on board & supply them on Max II's .
I think I read somewhere that they were testing out the maxxis sur trak to replace the rawhide III.
Who wants that Maxxis tire on new machine?
Not me & I certainly wouldn't even consider it as upgrade to an older machine.
Perhaps RI could be convinced to test the 25" Aqua's on their Max IV . If the results were satisfactory I think they would push to have Interco supply a 22" Aqua for the Max II.

You raised some excellent points! I'll have to talk to the folks up at RI the next time I'm there. Imagine how capable their machines would be if they were sold with Interco tires on them directly from the factory.

[6X6]

You raised some excellent points! I'll have to talk to the folks up at RI the next time I'm there. Imagine how capable their machines would be if they were sold with Interco tires on them directly from the factory.

I sure would like to see that. It would be a nice change to the machines, especially since the don't see too many updates outside of powerplants.

[SWAMP HAWG]

It would be an excellent and much needed update to the machines.
I think just seeing those tires on a Max in an advertisement might "convert " some people who think only quads can conquer the mud.