These worked out great. I was replacing original tires on my band saw these are a great improvement. It takes some effort to install them and after all the tips in the instructions, I still needed to get out my locking pliers (Vice Grips) and clamp the top and sides to pull the tire down. That worked fairly well. Then I went back to the tips to even out the tire all around. It was a good purchase and with the addition of the locking pliers a relatively easy task. And they work GREAT!

I installed the tires without removing the wheels, I used zip ties to hold about 75% of the tire in place so I could use both hands to finish stretching the tire over the wheel. Installation took about 10 minutes per tire. The fit is excellent. I am very pleased with the product. I didn't leave a review about longevity as I don't know yet but I do think they will last

I woke up Saturday morning expecting a fight and struggle with my bandsaw. I followed the directions and stretched them out the best I could. Then I started using zip ties to hold them on, when I got to the last little bit I was able to slip them right on with No struggle at all!

Finally, an American made product ! The quality shows. These fit my Rigid 14-inch band saw (BS14002) PERFECTLY (that means laterally inside the lip on the circumference of the wheels, as well as the actual circumference itself). Some reviews seemed to have a problem with the "weld" (seam to join it together). Both of my tires had a weld that was almost invisible and did not have a flat spot. Installation was a bit tough, but that is because these tires are quality and sturdy ! I did NOT use hot water (as they would be damaged...DO NOT LISTEN TO OTHERS WHO USED THIS INSTALLATION METHOD). I used 2 zip-ties to hold it in place, then a small (5") section of a 1/2" diameter wood dowel and rolled it under the tire while rotating the wheel, and it installed in less than 1 minute each. I did need the help of my wife to rotate the wheel as I rolled the dowel. Just by replacing the wheels, my balance was much better. Very happy with my purchase, and I would definitely recommend.

These tires were very easy to install by following the included direction to use tie wraps to hold one size on while you stretch the other side. No need to use hot water or soap or anything like that. I could of installed while leaving the wheels installed but chose to remove them to clean and inspect the wheels and bearings.

Longevity is a pretty silly review area. I'll check back in year and let you know.