I would hardly want more than 1/4 of our tanks there, rather that 1/4 of our tanks would equal a much larger number. Had we higher numbers, maint would not have been a factor. There are issues in the world other than Iraq, and therefore our tanks are needed other places (not to mention training requirements). Did the military drawdown under Bush I and Clinton save us $$? Absolutely. Was it smart? I think not.
