Tom; Thanks for the advice. I figured that would help, so I ordered 600-6-6ply rated tires, which should be delivered by Wed. I'll get some help from them, but I'm taking off the same size which are understandably quite worn, sidewall cracked, and low on pressure. When checking on some things (I just recently became involved with this Coupe) I wonder about the thought patterns of the A&P that put it through it's annual last fall. It's been 30 years since I've touched an airplane mechanically,(Went to school in '59' for my A&E but because of changes in plans never practiced as such except for myself and my own aircraft) and some things change, but not the basics of safe operation. I remember when an owner could leave their machine with the mechanic and trust his .judgement. But I've become and advocate of doing as in my case, your own annual, and periodic repairs then having it signed off, or the pilot/owner getting involved with the annual with their aircraft manual and the A&P. Well, enough on that soapbox. I'll check on the nose wheel, and the the oleos themselves when I mount the tires. Thanks again. Doug 94023
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