Filling Tractor Tires with fluid FAST with no special tools or pumps

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks for watching! Please hit the subscribe button and check out my other videos!

[@guyweber8204]

Out of all the videos I've watched your video helped me the most. Today I added 62 gallons of windshield washer fluid to the rear tires on my Kubota L2501. I used a 1/2" air hose with a 1 gpm transfer pump. It went great. The hose fit perfectly onto valve stem of my tires and onto both sides of the pump. I did have to use hose clamps to stop the drips but it went really well. I stopped the pump every so often to remove the hose from the valve stem to let out the built up air pressure from the tire. Thank you for your video.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Your welcome Guy! Thanks for taking the time to comment with the positive feedback! Helps my channel grow!

[@OneWildTurkey]

People get caught up with using tools to do simple jobs. It's nice that there are still some folks that have the common sense to break down a job into its simplest parts and use an efficient method to finish the work. Thanks! I enjoyed watching.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thank you for the nice comment!

[@LouisianaTractorworks]

I've seen a few different ways of putting fluid in tires but you have the most simple and easiest way so far. Thank for sharing.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad I could help bud!

[@imdeplorable2241]

I changed the traction-less turf tires on my garden tractor to ATV tires and added washer fluid to them using this method. To speed it up a little, I stood on the top of the tire to force out the air quicker. It took 6 gallons a tire and about an hour. Tires are 20x10-8. HUGE improvement in traction. Thanks for showing me the easiest way to do it.

[@CLEEPER1]

So washer fluid is non corrosive?

[@frankrodriguez2332]

AS ALWAYS GREAT ADVISE . YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW MUCH TROUBLE , MONEY AND ALS TIME YOU HAVE SAVE ME FROM WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS. THANK YOU FROM ALL US KUBOTA OWNERS...YOU ARE A GOD SENT.....GOD BLESS! KEEP THEM COMING!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad it helped and i appreciate the feedback buddy! Have a good one!

[@stewartwaters1778]

You got that right. If I'm out in the middle of nowhere and have a tire go down, I can DIY it. THANK YOU TYLER!

[@jjbackwoods6700]

Fantastic bruh! I just called local youngster w new tire business for this process.. he said $80 an hour shop rate, plus 50$ for 16 gal rim guard. 😲haha I said thanks and knew there were diy ways. This is great instruction for easy application of fluid to tractor tires . THANKS

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thank you! Glad to assist!

[@SF-fm7ov]

Well done. I am setting up a designated you know snow blower lawn tractor with aggressive tires. The local dealers wanted $145 to fill my little tires with you know RimGuard. I was thinking of a gravity fed way to do this and this video was you know right on target. I can now do it for you know $30 so $115 saved! Kidding aside, good job.

[@tlm3574]

Neat how that works. Never saw anyone do that with gravity! Smart guy!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Just another way to skin a cat. Thanks for the comment!

[@nizzy1057]

there was no reason for me to watch this video, but some how it came up on my watch list and it is actually very good! thanks for the video!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Haha thanks buddy I truly appreciate the kind words!

[@srfrsean]

Very good advise. Used this technique over the weekend and it worked perfectly. 1/4” tubing and a sweater bucket with vise grips to cut off and resume the wiper fluid flow is all it took.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad to hear!

[@davidturner6509]

To load my tractor tires I used a sprayer pump and a small brass tube that would go through the valve stem and still allow air to escape around it. I was able to add about 35 gallons per tire in 20 minutes or so per tire.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Not bad at all

[@charleskettering2626]

Finally someone doing it the right way, I used this system since back in the seventies, so many do it the hard way, here it let the tire suck it in.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks buddy! Wish youtube notified me of your comment 2 years ago!

[@iiibuildey6504]

Used your method for adding weight to my lawn tractor and it worked like a charm. thanks for a great instructional video.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Your welcome! Thanks for the comment!

[@terrygulliford5308]

Thanks for the video. Very helpful. Loaded the tire on my MF GC1705, the tempreture was mid 30' and the sidewalls were pretty stiff and with no back hoe for weight they didnt want to collapse and push the air out. I used a ratchet strap to help force the air out. Found that sped the process up quite a bit.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Haha yea good thinkin bud!

[@jimkinnison4072]

Thanks Tyler, I have been wanting to do this for 5 years now and after seeing your demo I finally did the job. Thanks for a great video!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

I'm glad it helped! Thanks for the comment!

[@richardgetrum3982]

Thank you for taking the time to do this video. I’ve never done this before and have to do it today!

[@dukeman7595]

I found an old tractor book, in this book they show how to load your tractors tires. The picture shows a 55 gal drum elevated on a stand with a hose running to the tire stem. All done by gravity, the same way you did yours. The book is dated in the late 1950s they used sodium chloride, which rotted out the steel wheels as many farms know.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

How cool! Thanks for sharing bud!

[@irredeemabledeplorable5227]

Calcium chloride is heavier abd won't deteriorate the wheels..................as much.

[@dukeman7595]

You bet..

[@SeekerKnight]

We used to fill the tires of our tractors with liquid calcium solution years ago. It is not only good for traction but also lowers your center of gravity and makes a turf tractor hug the hills very well..

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Works great! Thanks for watching

[@BrianPhillipsRC]

Awesome video! Thanks Tyler!!! I was about to pay a shop over $125/hr to do this...SOOO glad I didn't!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad I was able to help Brian! Please subscribe!

[@milkman1944]

Looks good, hadn't thought of doing it that way. I filled my BX2200 rears by taking one off and laying it down, I then took the bucket and broke the bead loose from the wheel and just poured the fluid around the rim into the tire. Aired it back up and reinstalled it, although it was heavy getting the bolt holes lined back up. I like your way, no wrestling an almost 100 Lb tire and wheel around.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Hurschel Hardesty I hear ya bud. For next time:)

[@chriswooldridge7754]

That's cool. I used an old pump chemical sprayer drilled a hole and threaded an air adapter for an air tool into it, then cut the sprayer off as the hose fit the valve steam perfect, took out the valve core and filled up the sprayer with washer fluid and all I had to do was attach my air hose to it and the air compressor did the work. Made for quick easy fill

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Good idea bud! Bet that worked nice. Thanks for sharing!

[@chrisniner8772]

"You know" count: 105. This is good stuff... I need weight on my rear tires and this is probably the cheapest way to get it done. Thanks. I am subscribing.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks bud!

[@H77RBG]

You know.

[@markarrington3869]

I installed weight's and it was $$$$

[@foxhat2361]

I keep laughing every time I hear one now. Good tip though bud.

[@LaBamba690]

@@H77RBG You know, I don' know, you know?

[@theinternets7516]

This was awesome. Thanks a ton. I'm putting more aggressive tires on my zero turn to help hold traction on hills a little better and I'm definitely going to be doing this too.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad it helped you out buddy!

[@maryostrem1837]

Really helpful video, Tyler. Great seeing the options and the reasons for each step. Good work.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thank you Mary!

[@dalebertdurando1496]

I found a drip system hose fits into my valve. Then used a garden hose to drip adapter to fill with water. That goes pretty fast. Added antifreeze later. If you put the valve at about the 10 o'clock position, it will overflow at the 2/3rds point so you know when you have enough liquid.

[@tcaphou]

dale durando excellent recommendation

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Good deal!

[@daveroberts9921]

Subscribed because you dressed appropriately. Meaning long pants and real shoes. I'm old and tired of seeing grown men in shorts and flip flops. Also good job.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Hahahahaha thanks buddy:)

[@horseblinderson4747]

Dandy Carpetbaggers, and weekend Urban cowboys!

[@mojorizn72]

Never trust a man who works in flip flops!

[@joerucinski1962]

Below a person asked the question of whether the alcohol and water base windshield wash would compromise the rim/rubber tire. It will have an effect on both your rim and tire. If you are simply trying to save a few bucks on this project, think of what a replacement rim/tire cost, and how much you had to fork out for this tractor to start with. Also, research how full these tires should be, I agree with the other comment about not overfilling them because of the increased chance of a blowout. I really appreciate the method used, very helpful.

[@DN-zh1bv]

proof?

[@hillearybrown7083]

Just basic physics! I know I wouldn't have thought to do it this way, great job and thanks for sharing. That Kubota is a great tractor!! I bet it will last as long as my Farmall Cub. Greetings from New Mexico

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Greetings! Yes i hope it will as it was a big decision to purchase! I'm glad you enjoyed! Thanks for the comment!

[@garyneal2670]

I tried this process today on my John Deere 1025R. I was looking for a process that used minimal tools, and this is by far the least. 1/4" plastic hose, tool to remove the valve stem, and a jack are all that's needed. Having said that, it is a slow process. I had to raise/lower the tractor probably 10-20 times for each tire, and it probably took ~30-60 minutes/tire. My tires are only 1 year old and didn't flex as much as Tyler's tires did when he pushed on them, so that may be the difference. Regardless, I didn't have to buy additional stuff that I'd never use again, so it was worth it to me.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad it worked out Gary!

[@boomer1049]

How many gallons per tire

[@boomer1049]

Can't believe how fast people drive by your house 😂

[@mikelong9638]

Great video. I just kept expecting the bucket to fall off on the floor.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Haha, thanks for watching Mike!

[@billstmaxx]

356 "You know" s lol :)

[@Tyler_Koehn]

I've been a long time subscriber of ya bud. Welcome to my channel. Sorry for the ya know's

[@Brookside975]

@@Tyler_Koehn I do the same thing I think. Don't sweat it! Good video.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

@@Brookside975 thanks bud!

[@HwkyPlrs]

Wellllll ya know

[@wht240sxka]

I think the video should be renamed “ya know”

[@dclamby60]

I'm about to pull the trigger and get a sub compact tractor and came across this video. Very well done! Thanks...

[@Tyler_Koehn]

You're welcome, Donald! I have a bunch of sub compact tractor videos on my channel should you want to check them out and subscribe!

[@surroundedbyjaggoffs]

Pink RV antifreeze -50° F, good stuff!!!

[@dslsct1683]

Great video! Just be mindful when using a tire gauge because I ruined one even with the valve stem at the top. It may be wise to make it so that the fluid level is just below the valve stem and purge with air before checking tire pressures. That's just me overthinking though. Forgive me if I missed this being explained in the video. Once again, great video and technique! It helps save a little money for us DIY'ers!

[@Isaiah-lp2gz]

Thank you, an awesome walk thru. I gained confidence to do this needed task alone. Great video!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Your welcome! Glad it helped!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Excellent idea. I’ve never seen anyone do it this way. Makes a lot of sense.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thank you!

[@anneprzybyla3771]

I watched other videos on this, but yours was by far the best. Great job and thanks.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Anne Przybyla thank you! Glad I could help. Please subscribe:)

[@mashed-out]

So I used this method on my ole lady's Tahoe...man it is a little squirrelly at highway speeds but she is starting to get used to it.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Lmao best comment award goes to you sir!! Thanks for the laugh.. unless your serious... haha

[@jimmy5F]

Fluid in tires on-highway? Why? Probably would void your insurance. Squirrely meaning un-predictable and un-stable.

[@martyhog01]

@@jimmy5F whoooosh

[@Payne247]

Ha! Now take the Tahoe to the tire shop and ask them to balance the tires and watch them struggle to balance them, LOL!

[@100nortonfan]

Nice tractor for mowing the lawn! Thanks for sharing this.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Haha yes:) Thanks for the comment. Have a good one!

[@daviddecourcey6989]

There is a product called Rim Guard ( it's Beet Juice) for this job. The advantage is that it will not kill your dog should the tire leak. Antifreeze products will kill your animals. Other than that detail, This is a really good informative video. Thank you.

[@ronwagner3315]

If you notice he is using washer fluid and if it leaks out will NOT harm animals or the environment and most generally allows a freeze resistance to -20 degrees F.

[@michaelferrance4750]

I am leery on using washer fluid because of the detergents in it. I have seen it actually corrode a wire harness on a car where it was leaking from the washer fluid tank. I am considering using RV Antifreeze as it is non-toxic and doesn't have detergents in it, although it does cost a little more.

[@houndsmanone4563]

Nice lesson learned and you did a fine job explaining the process. Thanks for sharing and ride safe.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thank you sir, glad I could help:)

[@HuserHelpers]

Getting ready to do this myself to my BX2660. I just subscribed, and I did a 100% watch. Take care, Jason

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks Jason! Appreciate the support, good luck on the project!

[@MarkChristopherpens]

VERY slick sir!!! Cheers from Nova Scotia 🇨🇦

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks Mark! Cheers!

[@mikef7886]

Usually the reason for the ballast is to counter the weight of what you are lifting with the bucket. I am sure it can't hurt the traction. Ag Tires will tear up your yard. I have a JD 1070 with turf tires and dealer wants $300.00 per tire. Alcohol is probably not the best idea. Wheel weights are an option too.

[@bekind42]

We've had tractors for decades and I have never heard about water in tires... in fact, when I work on flats or replace tires, I normally make sure that the inside of the rim is pretty dry to avoid rust. I'll have to do some homework on this and see if that would benefit my compact tractor. Thank you for sharing.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

I hear ya bud. I'd imagine if your rim is not painted inside this could speed up rust. But otherwise its non corrosive so I think it would have a hard time eating through paint. A couple weeks ago I had a leak so I had to dismount it and the inside was good as new. Thanks for watching bud! Please hit the subscribe and have a good one

[@verteup]

It's a huge help for traction. 96lbs per tire and that's just a smaller tire.

[@dodgeme1986truck]

Another way to do this is with a jack, garden sprayer(sprayer nozzle replaced with 1/4inch id tubing), liquid ballast material, valve core remover, and a ratchet strap. First remove valve core, next jack it up, then wrap ratchet strap around tire to squeeze as much air out as possible. Install sprayer tube end onto valve stem (valve stem at 12 o'clock position) fill sprayer with liquid ballast, remove ratchet strap, pump up sprayer. Repeat till desired fill level. Reinstall valve core and inflate to desired pressure.

[@cwholl]

I like the idea. However, I have R4 tires with stiff side walls. Trying the vacuum didn't work as I lost the bead seal. Siphon and gravity did work, but I would ultimately lose the seal and the fluid would leak out faster than I could replace it. I then put a comealong around the tire to maintain the seal , this worked. I ultimately bought a $10 fountain pump at tractor supply to speed up the process. I was glad I was using cheap wiper fluid rather than messy. hard to find and expensive beet juice. We'll see if it rusts.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad it ended up working out Carl! Thanks for commenting

[@michaelhahn9381]

I also lost the bead on my JD 5065E adding ballast. Had to use the fabric mesh 3 inch tie down on the center to reseat the bead and that blow pretty much a day. My stuborness in keeping the tires on the tractor didn't help speed things up. I was concerned that i couldn't handle the 5 foot tires off the tractor by myself. And filling those monster tires was like watching quicksand in a swamped blow away one grain at a time. And why again is quicksand called quicksand?

[@deanjeas5394]

FYI, rimguard is about 4 bucks a gallon, non toxic, and weighs in at 10.7 lbs per gallon! Local tractor dealers carry it.

[@michaelteeple8704]

A piece of big pvc pipe with short air hose on tire side and a screw on cap with valve stem installed on the other, i did 4' piece of 3"". Fill pipe with fluid and force it out with air pressure. Just another idea .

[@mheimbach7867]

Agreed. I just got a BX23S and I was considering doing this. You explained it very well, and made it look very easy. Thanks!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

I'm glad i could help bud! I just had to turn my tractor in for warranty work last week. the quick attach loader hydro connection started leaking pretty bad. have you experienced any problems with yours. I hope it does not turn into a lemon as that was a main selling point for me to buy this one vs a used bx25 for quite a bit less.

[@mheimbach7867]

I haven't had any issues with mine. I just had the dealer install the 3rd function valve so I can get a grapple, so I have to keep an eye on that for a bit. Other than that, no tractor issues at all.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Good to hear! Grapple should be a nice tool for the arsenal:)

[@2naturesownplace]

highly recommend a small fountain pump short garden hose and the valve adapter on ebay.. hook it up..drop pump in bucket and let it do the work...adapter is just a few dollars.. and when the pressure gets to great...it has a release valve that lets it out and the fluid flows again..did allm y JDs this way..include R4s on a 4100.. way larger tires both done in under 30 mins..

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Hey Richard, I was intending the video for viewers who did not want to spend the money on extra tools. Just wanted to show it can be done without a hiccup. Thanks for the comment

[@davidbreeden9070]

Thanks. Simple enough. Had a valentine's steam go bad, (only one the dealership replaced recently) all other origonals were great. Got the tractor back with a torn ball joint cover rip as well.... I guess it could happen at anytime, but dosent seem like the best service since multiple things went bad. Anyways thank you for the quick tutorial since I think I will be doing more of my own service.... might be more relighable and atleast I know who to blame.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Haha yeah I hear ya on that bud! I prefer to do my own service as well! I actually have a video for ball joints if your interested! As well as all the maintenance for bx23s.

[@country2thesoul277]

Impressive! But if you don’t have inner tubes in your wheels will rust through. This is a little more expensive but the tire sealant “Slime” weighs 9.8 lbs. per gallon and is non toxic non corrosive and it’s freeze point is -35

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Windshield fluid is non corrosive. It has held up just fine for me. I actually just mounted up new tires and its funny you mentioned slime. I have a real problem with flats so i just got my new fronts tyrfiled. I would do the rears but that would be just over $200 a tire but boy would they good ballast. So i actually ordered a few gallons of slime and im going to put that in my rears. Hardly any weight but at least it will seal up the small leaks. Thanks for watching!

[@country2thesoul277]

You are correct I just looked up windshield washing fluid and it isn’t corrosive. Hmmm! I had a wheel rust through completely from having windshield washing fluid in them for 13 years. My tires hold 20 gallons each. It’s expensive to use slime but it’s still cheaper than buying new rims. Great video! Teach this old dog new tricks!

[@jram7047]

The stabilizers might make the lifting and lowering easier, one thing to check your manual for is if your good putting that much weight on your rear axle with the backhoe on . Kubota has mentioned not wanting us to use ballast weight when a backhoe is installed.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Yep they definitely would as I mentioned. Most wouldn't have that option though. You are correct. I believe it says your not supposed to use fluid with a backhoe mounted. I'm okay with incurring the risk though. Thanks for watching

[@xdude2x]

I’m not sure how loading the tires puts weight on the rear axle, please explain

[@ToddKing]

@@xdude2x I doesn't put anymore weight on the axle. That is what is so great about tire fluid. I believe @jram7047 misspoke.

[@xdude2x]

@@ToddKing that’s why I asked because loading your tires does not add weight to the axle

[@ToddKing]

@@xdude2x Yes, your instincts were right. It's common sense when you think about it. I know it's an old thread but I thought others might read it and be confused.

[@hardh2ogillz]

Great job - this will be taking place in my BX2380 R4 tires. Thanks for the video

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Your welcome Lee! Thank you for subscribing!

[@jethrobodine9867]

Excellent! Simple yet effective. I always avoided it because of the crazy setup I always see others use. I believe I will be putting it in my JD garden tractors. My diesel is not to bad but my gas is not heavy enough at all and I will have to figure out how to add front weight to turn going uphill where I have a hard slope the first 30 feet of the property

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks for watching! Yeah hills can give you that eerie feeling for sure! Maybe look into suitcase weights for the front. Kind of pricey even used, however I don't think they will ever loose value!

[@sportiveggiante]

Bravo! Hai lasciato che gravità e pressione atmosferica facessero il lavoro

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thank you! Had to use the translator! Worked out quite nicely! Thanks for watching!

[@TheSaturnV]

Beet juice weighs closer to 11lbs per gallon and doesn't require tubes. If you are going with WW fluid it's a good idea to use inner tubes.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Yea that is a very good option! Thanks for watching

[@stenbladh6153]

Great video if I do this at my tractor do I need so many "U know" x 7613? anyway thanks.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

"You knows" are optional. That is unless "You don't know".

[@Crewsy]

Tyler Koehn Great reply. So many critics that have never tried to record themselves for a video.

[@markarrington3869]

I only counted 7214 ???? Due to my ADD I have now become suicidal, homicidal and homosexual all at the same time.

[@chuckr8683]

Great video. You did a great job explaining the process.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks bud. I'm glad I could help!

[@tudor6508]

The first step is to measure from the ground to the top of the rim BEFORE you let the air out. Once the tire is filled, the valve stem is below the level of the fluid and will get into any gauge that you care to use. The measurement will give the correct tire pressure.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

I never had a issue but to each their own. I'm sure your comment will help someone out. Thanks for sharing

[@MisterHampton]

Thanks Tyler , great video. I've got a flat off my antique IH 2400 that I'm going to use this method to refill it. Thanks again!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

No problem Paul! Whole lot more tractor your working with haha! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment and subscribe!

[@jollyroger5066]

Very clever. What's the best fluid to use?

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thank you! Rim gaurd I'd the best I know of after that rv antifreeze then washer fluid. Depends on how much you want to spend

[@hartstudebakerkid]

I used a simple plunger pump to fill the rears on my Gibson then once I had 8 gallons in each rear I washed the pump out with warm water and let it dry. Once the pump was dry I installed it on my gear lube gallon bottle. You got lucky with yours and did not pop the tire off the bead. Also that is a valve stem core removal tool not a valve stem removal tool. REMEMBER each gallon add 8 pounds so doing this off your machine could be problematic.

[@jackadamz3]

He got lucky twice then.

[@jimconverse5343]

Clever, clean, and simple. Thanks.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

You're welcome Jim! I appreciate the comment!

[@1Dcorace]

Use a TEE at the valve stem and raise the "air relief" line above your bucket (up on the roll bar)

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Yes that would work to gravity feed however you would have to have to have the hose come out of the bottom of the bucket since it would not have suction. Thanks for the comment bud

[@NHHalKnowsHow]

Thanks for the tips on filling the tires. I used my pump garden sprayer with an attachment to the valve stem I bought at tractor supply. Worked great!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

No problem bud! That sounds like it would work well! Thanks for sharing

[@maxlown363]

Good job. I used to do that commercially.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Max Lown Thanks bud!

[@mattsedlacek9068]

How about a video on how to remove the fluid? I have water in my Kubota rear tires. Would like to add a winterized fluid.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Depending on the size of tire it's not too bad, I've simply had the tire valve stem down into a 10gal bucket after removing the valve stem, pump it full of air and let it blaze out and just repeat the process. Of course there will be some residual when you break the bead.

[@Roller555556]

NIce, comprehensive video Tyler.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Roller555556 thank you bud!

[@jbessling]

About to buy the BX23S and will be using 70% for mowing a really nice lawn and 30% for clearing woods. I will remove the BH and FEL for mowing as I want to minimize compaction of my soil. In your experience how well does this thing mow and once you added the ballast to the tires did you notice it was harder on the lawn. I am a bit of a lawn nut and given this will be my first time using anything other than a small lawn riding mower, I have no idea what to expect. Any thoughts is appreciated. I will be getting the turf tires as well.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Congrats on the future purchase! It is an extremely handy tool and you will be glad to have it! Based on what I've noticed I wouldn't say the 200lbs of ballast affects the ground psi enough to make a difference. But is huge in the way of stability! From research I've done a small tractor like this does not exert much more psi on the ground then a walking males footprint. Please hit the subscribe button and check out my other videos I've got a few up of the BX!

[@leegrandberry3330]

How many gallons of fluid will my Lou at a 4701 take

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Hey Lee, Sorry but I'm not familiar with those!

[@speakitfree]

You save me a lot of money! Spent about 50 on washer fluid and would have been over 100 to have dealer do this. I followed your video and everything went perfectly! Thank you!!! So having this much weight in each tire won’t hurt the machine at all? I have a new bx2380

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad it helped! It should not do any harm, my bx owners manual actually talks about adding ballast to the tires. Thanks for watching!

[@josaljo1]

Tyler I subbed because any kid with jeans and work boots on can't be all bad.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Josaljo Won thanks bud I appreciate the support

[@Fundaykidzz]

Great video sweet !! Thank you

[@Tyler_Koehn]

@@Fundaykidzz no problem, thanks for the comment!

[@blommca]

Great video, Thank you. A bit of W-40 on your jack, please. Cheers!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks for watching. Oddly enough its lubricated I tried everything to stop the squeak. Its gotta be something inside with the valving haha. Still doing it today. Have a good one!

[@blommca]

@@Tyler_Koehn No worries Buddy has long it's doing the job. Good luck with our election. Take care.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

@@blommca you too bud

[@hal4utube]

Nice video and you covered it well with different ways to accomplish the water filling of the tire. Watch it yourself and count the number of "you know"'s. The filler words are not needed. You have a good knowledge of the process and many people will need to do this to their tractor, big or small. Keep up the good work.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Yeah, i've gotta work on that. Thank you!

[@battleofathens5986]

Or, to transfer weight to the rear wheels fast or remove weight fast is by kicking lower backhoe arm out or bring it in as needed. A little movement can add/remove a lot of weight as needed. If more weight is needed, pick up gravel or dirt with backhoe and you might not need to kick it out at all.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Very true for when I have the backhoe on and have done just that. I've done it alot with small dump trucks. Raising the bed to get the weight over the drive tires. Thanks for the comment

[@catalog2345]

Thanks for taking the time to explain this.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

No problem Jared! Hope it helped!

[@MetaView7]

Thanks for the detailed instruction. Your explanation is very helpful.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad it helped buddy!

[@tcaphou]

When you say remove valve stem, are you referring to the core?

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Yessir

[@ARCSSelfDefense]

How many gallons will each red tire hold and roughly how much weight did it add to your tractor?

[@Tyler_Koehn]

12 gals per tire. That added approx 98lbs per tire. Thanks for watching, please subscribe!

[@blitzburghbilly7813]

I JUST LEARNED SOMETHING NEW 2’DAY. THX FOR THE SCHOOLING 👍🏼 .....

[@Tyler_Koehn]

No problem bud. Thanks for the comment!

[@triaxle01]

Great Video thanks for sharing the simple way to load the tires it worked great

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Your welcome bud

[@michaelcouey1383]

How do you get to 75mph to catch up with traffic by the end of your driveway?

[@Tyler_Koehn]

You are not kidding! I absolutely hate it. I wouldn't mind it so much if I wasn't so close to the street! Someday I'll get outta here haha

[@rkchainsaw8167]

Good job explaining. easy to understand

[@Tyler_Koehn]

+rk chainsaw thanks bud!

[@daveknowshow]

good stuff I been wanting to add ballast to my tractor but I'm on the fence whether or not to do it. the owners manual says not to if you have a backhoe installed. I may do it anyway since lately the backhoe is off quite a bit more than its on. not sure if you are already a member but there is a group on facebook called kubota tractor and equipment that may interest you. if you have not already check it out. keep paying it forward brother peace love and respect!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

The ballast made a big difference for me. For the cost it was well worth it for me. I will defiantly have to check out that group!

[@davidshowalter5808]

How's that tractor dig and how hard to take backhoe off I've got a older Kubota was thinking of upgrading to one like that I only have loader and mowing deck but I do box scrape is why I'm asking good video

[@Tyler_Koehn]

As far as the loader dig ability is limited however like the bx25's your able to amp up the pressure (which i have yet to do but will make a video for) which is supposed to make it alot more bearable. As far as the backhoe, it is honestly super easy on and off. One thing to remember though is you have to take off the 3pt arms if you want the backhoe on. I've found the backhoe ability to meet or exceed what my expectations of it were unlike the front loader. Hopefully that pressure adjustment will fix that. As long as your expectations of capability are realistic i believe you truly will love it. Also the front loader comes off without even getting off the tractor. to put it on it almost as easy but not quite. Hope this helps

[@neilskineilo]

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[@alanliddicoat8858]

Was it worth the effort how much did it help

[@Tyler_Koehn]

It's definitely worthwhile to do, in my opinion. Adding counterweight makes the tractor much more planted to the ground

[@BundyBearsShed]

Good video Tyler, well done. We can just put water in our tyres here in Australia, No freezing problems.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks bud! I think I could get used to no freezing!

[@1stFlyingeagle]

Won't just water rust your rims out? Or do you run tubes?

[@standavis7266]

Does the washer fluid cause the rim to rust and does it break down the rubber of the tire?

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Hey Stan, other than the keyboard warriors on youtube I never found anything online about it actually doing damage. I used it for 3 years before blowing out a sidewall and needing to replace. My rims looked like brand new. I'm not going to try and tell you it's better than rimgaurd. I'm sure it's not but if you need weight for cheap I would recommend it.

[@glevideo]

I have several questions: What does this do to the ride of the tractor? Does it start spewing all over the place when you get a tire puncture? Why windshield washer fluid? Can you get tiny led shot to fit through the stem? Would led shot wear out the tire? What do you do with all the fluid if you need to change the tire?

[@Tyler_Koehn]

I've never noticed a change in the ride of the tractor besides not bouncing so much. It make the machine much more planted to the ground. If you do get a large puncture yes it will squirt out. I used windshield fluid as it's not nearly as corrosive as sodium chloride. And cheaper then rv antifreeze. Rim guard beet juice is more expensive but another good option. If not as concerned about money. I've had to change a tire with it and just put the tire on a large bin and emptied into that. Not too sure about the led. Might make a sandblasting effect on the rim but really not sure. Hope this helps

[@thomaswilliams2253]

Thanks for the video! I will fill my JD tires this weekend.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@WallsBeeMan]

Very interesting, Where do you live ?

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Wisconsin, I see on your channel your into bees. Where are you from?

[@WallsBeeMan]

Walls, MS in the very NW corner of Miss nest to Memphis @@Tyler_Koehn

[@stephanied6089]

Quick question would this potentially cause problems with the sidewall of the tractor tire? Not telling asking. Thankyou.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Not to say it isn't possible I have never heard of it causing a problem. I know my kubota manual actually talks about adding ballast to your tires. Have a good one

[@chevyon37s]

No this doesn't cause problems with sidewalls. I'd be more concerned with wheel corrosion later down the road

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Yeah the rim can be an issue especially if you use calcium chloride. The best way to not have to worry is choosing to use a tube. However my though on that is if i get a puncture now my liquid is compromised anyways.

[@NikeMS11]

How many gallon contains per back tire for the BX23S? Front one done too? I assume with much less fluid. Please advise. Thank you. Great video.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thank you! 12 gal per rear tire. I did not do my front tires so i cant help with those!

[@InventPeace1]

Seems like you recommend not a total 100% fill, but to leave an air space at top which provides a bit of cushion if you hit a stump or rock , to prevent over pressure. Good video.

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Yeah I'd say 75% is a good amount. Thanks bud I truly appreciate that!

[@lorenledebuhr1004]

Nice job Tyler good show and explanation

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Thanks bud I appreciate that!

[@desert-walker]

You know Never knew you should do this

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Works great for added traction as well as counterweight.

[@singtracks]

can you do this with tubed tiers? great vid explained perfectly

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Yeah, I don't see a problem with that bud. Thank you!

[@rf4215]

i think it's preferred to to do it with tube tires - protects the rim from corrosion.

[@birddogsforever9135]

Pure genius! I'll be using your great idea next weekend!

[@Tyler_Koehn]

Bird Dogs Forever Sounds great bud! Please subscribe! Thank you!