[VIDEO] Skid Steer Tire Wear Signs to Watch For

Nick Rummel of Caterpillar discusses tire wear patterns, indications that it's time to replace rubber, and how to extend skid steer tires

Jul 29, 2013

How To Maximize Skid-Steer Tire Life

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