25x10x12 rears with 16x6.5x8 fronts?
 

Cub 149
Got a pair of 8 ply Kenda bear claw tires for the rear.
Wondering if I can use the less expensive 16x6.5x8 V61 tires up front.
I figure the rears will sit the frame 1 inch higher off the ground.

A lot of people have used the Vredestein V61's on the front.

I am wondering about the size difference.

Compared to what ??

:Huh:

Compared to the 18x8.5x8 V61 tires that would raise the front end the same as the larger rears.

I am confused as to your inquiry.

Yes, the less expensive 16x6.5x8 V61 will work.

Bigger tires
 

I don't believe you will be able to get the front to rear deck adjustment that you need with 25 inch tires on rear and stock tire size on front. Going to the 18 inch on front probably would be better but I have never tried this. Some one with more knowledge will probably chime in. Have a great day.
Bob

I'm not worried about using the deck. It's going to be used for push pull duty.
Smaller it is then.