How to: Install tube in lawn mower tire

[@woodypeitzer3891]

Vice grip on rim was key to getting the tire back on the rim. Thank you for posting this good video.

[@bertgrau3934]

The vise grips on big truck tires (22.5 & 24.5 ) are a big help when the wheel is still on the truck/trailer.

[@elchicano65]

I did this daily as a 16 yr old working in a gas station with two large tire irons and a rubber mallet. This was on full size tires which I would make $3.00 per and I was happy to get it. This was back in 1963 by the way. This was between pumping gas and providing full-service. One year later I graduated to the manual tire machine and was amazed how fast you could do this. I worked while in high school and always had cash in my pocket - yeah...

[@philliphall5198]

We did wet tractor tires and trucks, cars and pu were easy Yea 240 a hour

[@LewisMowersandBoats]

Very cool 😎

[@ghibliinu6616]

Cash in your pocket, good times brother!!!

[@flintspencer4805]

That is equivalent to $30 per tire in today's dollars. Sounds like you had a good boss.

[@bertgrau3934]

I did that as well, however mower tires are much more difficult. I found big truck tires were easier than small tires

[@wtaylorhudson3702]

Thanks. Fought one for an hour after watching four other videos. Your advice of starting with the Vice grips and using screw drivers (I was using end wrenches as tire irons) got me over the goal. Was just at the point if swallowing all my pride and taking it to a tire store. Taylor.

[@shamrock4500]

thank goodness I watched your video, I have fought with a wheelbarrow tire for a week, just the part where you put your foot on one side made all the difference to me, I ran out of tools and ended up using large kitchen spoons, but I got that bugger back on. thank you so much for sharing.

[@thurm101]

Your patience is golden. I once did this in my hot garage. It whipped my butt. But this is the best video on this subject on KZbin!!!!

[@richardpridgen7801]

Wish I had seen this before I put a tube in lawnmower tire last week. Fought it for 2 hours. You made it look simple.

[@stwayne9121]

If I might: 1) Soap up the entire tire where it meets the steel of the rim. Removing the tire becomes a lot easier. 2) Never use your naked hand to feel around in a space you can't see for sharp objects: good way to open yourself up. Instead, put on a work glove, and ball up a rag. If there's something in there, the rag will catch instead of your fingers. 3) Always use a work glove to clean the rim by wiping it down with a rag. Again, the glove will protect you from sharp edges. The "how to" on knocking sharp edges off the rim is spot on. Manufacturers don't concern themselves too much with sharp edges inside the rim, because they are designed for tubeless tires. Since we're adding a tube in this video... 4) Use soap to pull the new valve stem through. It reduces stress on it, and allows you to pull it through by hand until it pops into place, making circular motions as you pull. 5) Use baby powder or baking soda to first completely coat the inside of the tire with. This ensures that as you fill the tube with air, it will not pinch somewhere unseen within the tire where you won't know about it until it's too late, and you end up starting all over. 6) Use job specific pry bars on the tires, and not screwdrivers, which can, and do, cut tubes. 7) Sometimes, adding just enough air in the tube to get it to inflate can make it easier to get it to take up shape with the cavity of the tire. 8) If it's a four ply tire or better, and not a two ply as is in the video, good luck with that. Save yourself a lot of unnecessary stress by having the pros with a tire changing machine do it for you. [NOTE:] If reinstalling tubeless tires, make sure the rims are cleaned around the seating edges. This way, it won't slowly leak off at what is their max psi because, while that may be the tires operating limit, it's not sufficient for seating a stubborn tire. 9) After installing a new tubeless tire back onto the tractor, give it about a week or so take up, and hold, its new shape. They can be stubborn after being stored out of round in some warehouse for Lord knows how long. 10) I want to thank the creator of this video for taking the time to show the rest of how it's done. You sir, are a gentleman and scholar.

[@HB-yq8gy]

Good point about 4 ply tire didn't know that. I did repair several bicycle tires in my 57 years but, never a tractor.

[@Coatsy71]

Soubds like u need to make a video. Lol

[@jamesatkinson5027]

Good point about the little shot of air to pre shape the tube during installation it doesn't take much just a very small shot this will help prevent wrinkling and pinching the tube during final air up I always do this and never have damaged a tube doing so much easier to install for me any ways

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[@brianeke2586]

Thank you very much. I was getting nowhere fast until I watched your video. 15 mins later tge tyre and inner tube were sorted and my ride on lawn mower was operational. The tip re. using the large mole grips did the trick. Thanks again from England 👏👏👏

[@mickeyfarmer9217]

I’ve used duck tape to line rims on lawnmowers and farm tractors when the rim is rusty or rough. It makes a nice, smooth surface for the tube.

[@kevinlee9751]

Nice Tip!

[@TheRTM]

This may be a silly question but can someone tell me why one would opt to put a tube in the tire when you can fill it up with air without it? .......Educate me please.

[@NobleNobbler]

@@TheRTM Not all tires are made like steel belted radials with a self sealing bead. They don't hold air on their own so you need a tube. Side note, the best way to replace broken inner tubes on light duty stuff is to buy a new set of tires that don't need tubes -_- Oh wait, what's that? Wrong axle diameter and no shims? I LOVE MACHINES.

[@Histandard2011]

@@TheRTM There are many reasons. Hole in the tread or sidewall that can not be patched, slight bad spot in the rim, rust spot in the rim. Remember, these are 6mph off road tires so a tube for $6.00 is a cheap and lasting fix.

[@gjohnston281]

@@TheRTM. the actual tire is so dry rotten it just won’t hold air , tube is cheaper than a new tire lol

[@suzyfueshko9593]

Thank you for this. I just put a new tube in my lawn tractor tire and save a lot of money doing it myself. Appreciate the detailed video.

[@Mindbeauty]

The best lawn mower tire tube installation video on youtube! Thank you so much!

[@jedediahbc]

You are a genius, you make it look, so simple and very informative about the subject. I am going to try my luck at putting tube in all my mower tires they are all leaking. I have hedge apple trees all around the parrifuble of my property and there is small pieces of them all through my yard. Thank you for the info you are very helpful.

[@kennethkondrchek697]

Very good video. Probably wouldn't have thought about the roughness of the weld on inside of rim. Mine was very sharp, tube wouldn't have lasted a week. Thank you.

[@stevechoat1163]

Good Video. The use of the vice grips is great!! Only takes minutes to get the tire back on. When adding air, if the valve stem wants to go back into the tire, release some air, gently pull stem back into position and add air. GREAT JOB!!!

[@stevebotcherby7765]

The vice grip tip made all the difference. Many thanks from the UK.

[@brianfindsall]

this is the best vlog i have seen has far as smallish tyres go.. its given me the will to have another go at my small wheels on which i failed to to release the beads of either one of a set of four tyres. so this will be tomorrows project. So thankyou for this quick straight to the point show and tell.

[@karlschwab6437]

This video along with the comments to it, make it a lot easier to do a tough job! Thanks for your time.

[@tomtransport]

Great job! As A youngster (dad passed away, no brothers) I learned to patch/repair my bike tire tubes. The inside always had a strip of rubber that protected the tube from the spoke keepers/caps. After filing the obvious sharp welds on that rim I would think, as a added safety measure, a few wraps of electrical vinyl tape in the center welded area (not the rim area) would help. The tube, when inflated, would keep it in place.

[@Burton1973]

Holy cow. Im 50 years old, and I never thought of wrapping my mower rims with Tape. I wish they made the bike rim rubber wrap in lawn mower size. lol And I wish I had seen your comment 2 years ago. lol

[@johnarchbold5903]

Thanks .. a great video that helped a lot. For those struggling with the plastic grease cap on Huskys, I used a heat gun. It made it very easy to take off and put back on. The plastic becomes very soft, but hot. I used riggers gloves. For those who are not as athletic, I found that standard wood clamps ( the pistol grip type) and a piece of angle iron broke the seal very easily. I used a washer and the plastic cap to stop the tube stem from disappearing back into the hub. HTH Cheers

[@danahansen4708]

Just did a back tire last night and the air was rushing out around the valve stem. I was sweating pretty good and I was sure I ripped the tube so I pulled the tube out and called it a night. Well in the morning I filled the tube up and could not find any holes or leaks. I have never had air coming out around the stem before but I never had put a tube in a tubeless tire either. Wish I had seen your video before I changed that tire last night!😂

[@jonathankohl6264]

Best tube installation video. I really appreciate it man. Saved me tons of trouble.

[@anthonycochran692]

Really appreciate the video. I had a mishap with the vise grips on the stem …. ( had to get a new tube.) 🤣🤣 The second tube went awesome!!I know this has been up for yrs , but just goes to show that it’s the gift that keeps on giving!!

[@tomkearns6830]

Very good comprehensive video. Especially holding the valve stem in the wheel before starting to inflate the tube. I leanred the hard way that without holding the valve stem , it will pop back into the rim. Thanks for sharing.

[@tomuss2082]

I am glad you covered getting rid of the slag burrs, I woul have never checked this. One rim was really loaded with sharp edges. And I finally found a use for the can of windshield cleaner. Great video, clar instructions, not rushed, good job.

[@loadi2865]

I AM A 76 YEAR OLD MAN... i whent outside did it your way and man it worked ... i thank you Sir....

[@John-hs4du]

Thank you...installed tubes in both rear tires and it went PERFECT !!!!

[@Jerry-oe1zq]

Best video by far on this subject.Very good tips that other videos did not mention.This will make my tube install go alot smother.Thank you

[@Billgreenable]

Thank you for this video. I just applied your instructions for 2 tires and it worked great.

[@JDZeebs]

Nicely done sir, you’ve just made a horrible job easier for me. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

[@utahprepper8925]

Instead of vise grips use a washer and the valve stem cap to keep the stem from falling back in.

[@jimsz0100]

Very good video! Thank you so much for having the camera on a tripod, unlike some others I watched the whole thing without getting sick.

[@grazynazambeanie5963]

I got tired of doing this to the front tires ,sooooo , last time I had a flat ( three ride ons ) I drilled a five hole bolt pattern through the flat part of the rim, then used my grinder to remove the weld and split the rims. Now it's easy to fix or replace the tubes.just remove the five bolts that hold the two half's together and presto , easy as hell ( be carefully removing the weld , those wheels are pressed out of pretty cheap steel .)

[@mdwomble69]

Great video!! Liked that you said to check rim for burs & etc.

[@aunttrishm.171]

Thank you, watching you sweat it out almost made me not try but I had done one before and really needed this mower working today!

[@robertruggles5584]

That was great. Didn't know about the vice grip on rim trick. Also, spraying the lubricant around the edge for easier seating upon inflation is something I should do. One thing I do after adding just a little air: spin the tire to make sure the stem is straight up through the hole.

[@stonerabbit344]

Great step-by-step clear instructions and video shots. Good job, sir!

[@haleyndadaandouruhstuff3677]

Helpful video!! Thanks!! My front was already off so just slid tube in after I cut valve stem,didn't have to pry it back over rim thank God!! But if I ever do, this video is saved!!! Thanks a lot!!!

[@mistermister124]

I have learned more from youtube videos that I did in high school. Thanks!!

[@Thatsmessedupman]

Can you pre-inflate the tubes to check if they have any pinholes. I've seen a lot of reviews for tubes but online and people complain about leaking right away. I just didn't know if you can get enough of the air out of the tube after a test.

[@Thatsmessedupman]

To update my pinhole question. Yes I pre-inflated and then took the stems out, squashed out all the air and put the stems back in. Just be careful because the tube will expand much bigger even if you have it set on your compressor for say 10 lb. It needs to be inside the wheel to really push back to get an accurate reading so I had over inflated the tubes when testing but caused no harm. they inflated very large at 5.5 psi. And then soaped them up and looked for any pinholes.

[@dabney8673]

Just did mine, worked pretty good except I forgot to remove the leftover rubber stem that fell through but so far so good, Thanks good video.

[@pre4122]

This is a nice tutorial. IF you can actually get the damn tire of the mower. I think mine is stuck on for life. I've tried everything and can't get the tire off. I ended up doing basically what you did, but with the tire on the mower. As soon as I inflated it, the tire stem pulled inside the tire, and now I'm screwed. So I am trying to order an inner tube with a threaded valve stem so I can put a bolt on the stem on the outside of the rim to keep it from pulling inside the tire. The valve stem is in the center of the tube, and not off to the side to align with the hole. What a pain in the butt!

[@Rebel42MDx]

Thanks for the know how. Changed mine today...took a little bit of swearing but got 'er done! Thanks!

[@eehan87]

Oh my god! You have no idea how much you've saved my marriage with this video. I've been trawling KZbin trying to figure our how to do it and everywhere says pry bar and I've been struggling for weeks to change my flat. Refusing to goto the tyre shop... I found your video today and had the tyre changed in under an hour. Tears erupted when it was finally changed. Thank you so much!

[@Powertool1990]

Eehan Scherr I no problem, happy to help and thanks for watching!

[@jasonschau4218]

Dude the vise grips was my saving grace, never did little tire before, much harder than a car tire.

[@hausteiner]

Vice grips on the rim was a great tip. Thank you.

[@tonystout1545]

After you have initially broken the tire bead away from the rim on both sides, liberally rub petroleum jelly all around the bead on the valve side, then put a long 1/2"-drive socket extension bar down the center axle hole in the hub, then use two long pry bars inserted under the bead of the tire like scissors around the extension bar for much easier removal of the tire from the rim. The tire will come off the rim in one continuous smooth motion, much like the automatic tire machines at the dealers. A lot easier than the painstaking process shown in this video.

[@AP-ur1cd]

You should take the time and effort of making and sharing a video

[@darrylhow554]

Since your so highly intellectual why did you even bother to watch this video. 🤔

[@garycasper2929]

@@darrylhow554because maybe this is a forum used for the exchange of information & new ideas..?. Just like the guy in the video explaining how he does it.

[@thomasblackwell9507]

Thank you, this was great. I would have never have thought of checking the rim for burrs!

[@mjshuja1948]

I watched a lot VIDEO ,YOU BEST 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@simsportschannel]

You just saved me a big headache. Thanks for this. Worked like a charm!

[@fredhart5033]

Good job, I had a tube put in the rear tire of my mower the other day, local shop cost $12, I guess as I approach 70 I am just not as tough as I used to be,

[@booifojoe]

No shame in that - there comes the time when we must step back and let wisdom take over for strength.

[@joatmon8954]

12 bucks sounds like it’s the way to go!!

[@baburejaz]

Excellent advice on replacing the tires. Thanks

[@arllensmith5958]

Great video you are a good teacher with a lot of good advice.

[@stephengriner8849]

Vice grip usage was a key new idea for me. Thx!

[@KRColson]

Great job! I'm about to do the same for my utility trailer and your tips were invaluable! thank you.

[@kevinlee9751]

I spiral wrap Electrical Tape around the stem, leaning it about 3 inches long. Poke it through the hole and tape it to the outside of the rim. I have 3 Tractors, one is a Rat Rod, one is stock with a mower deck and one I am doing up for Drag Racing around town.

[@loadi2865]

best video on this subject on KZbin!!!!THANKS....

[@jmi7562]

Great video. I dust the tube and interior of tire with baby powder. I think it helps lube the tube a little to help it settle into the tire, and you finish the job smelling nice.

[@DJTAZ1996]

Way i do things since i dont have a tire changer either i mount a round bar in my vice and put rim on that. Then let air out by cutting stem or i remove core out stem. Use 2 long handle flat screwdrivers and i pry around edge til it breaks bead. Then flip her over and poke that side til she gets off. Then i use screwdriver to pull tire off rim

[@maverick6442]

Thanks for telling us to file rims I wouldn't thought of that, I watch another one he didn't mention it.

[@MrAnderso91]

Excellent video, thank you. Vise grip on the rim was a pro tip and helped me a lot. Thanks again.

[@jimlofaro5695]

thank you. you are knowledgeable and you explained the all thing so clear it was easy to understand.

[@anthonyrichard8001]

GOOD TRICK WITH THE VISE GRIPS... MY MOWER IS A GOOD 30 YEARS OLD .. DAMN RIMS WERE FROZEN ON..BUT IT WORKT..OUT..THX! GOOD FILM!

[@hc7190]

Thanks for the video and great comments also . Never thought about filing down the burrs .

[@marshallborder9089]

Been a long time since I've done anything like this , good refresher video !

[@soloman22177]

Thank you I did everything but the Vise grip. Your post was a HUGE help thanks again

[@chrislangley1565]

Excellent video man! I was looking for a way to put tube in front tire of my tractor.

[@rathleek1]

I watched about 3 U Tube videos & yur vidio worked the best for me !!😅

[@chrisholden670]

Super informative! lots of tips and tricks. Thank you!

[@RaiderRodney37]

Great video, very detailed and informative....now this is one of my most hated tasks....thanks....:)

[@FifthBoy]

Best showing after watching a few of these. Thanks

[@tinah4856]

Thank you so very much for all the details, it helped me alot. I was able to change the tube in my riding lawnmower rear tires. 🤩

[@grizzlydan8]

Lots of good pointers here.

[@bonnieblueoutfitters591]

Awesome video!! Helped immensely!!

[@lindseyloo6619]

Dude!! Thank you!! I was fighting for my life over here😂

[@constitutionalbacker1stame787]

I applied these techniques and i got both my tires on...it was a struggle but this is the video to follow.

[@joescheller6680]

lube the tire bead before you take it off how many have you done?

[@avflyguy]

Two comments for you. Deflate the tube as much as possible. Reinsert the shrader valve with tube collapsed. Next get some baby power / talc and liberally put as much as possible in the tire and wheel so that everything becomes bone dry. Then sprinkle a lot on the tube. Then it will go much easier and when you add air, the tube will 'unwind' itself inside the tire/wheel. This is a standard method on general aviation aircraft tires. There really is no other approved way. The remaining talc powder will continue to absorb moisture. Surefire way to get longevity out of the tire and the tube.

[@GodsentMe.]

thanks brother from SW Tennessee 🇺🇸👊🏾

[@BigAlWillis]

did this job today, wasn't bad at all. found the 18'' tubes at Harbor Freight for 10 bucks

[@irishsailor9327]

Great Tips. You will make my project much easier. Thank you so much.

[@Don_ECHOguy]

This can also be done with the wheel and tire still on the tractor and only having to break the outside bead. Bit of a nack to it , but works if your wheels are rusted to the axle's.

[@williamdenham8018]

BEST VIDEO AFTER WATCHING MANY VIDS. Awesome Kudos for you my friend.

[@penney304]

Thanks for posting this video. Lots of good common sense information.

[@grizinthebigsky]

Vice grips...who would'a thunk it? Brilliant video!

[@johnzima9505]

Thank You, Good Video and I just need to get much younger and gain more poundage and most of all, get stronger! I have to fix two front tires, Please Wish me luck, newer use the construction expansion foam. I like the filing of the rim and green slime statement.

[@THEORIGIONALDontTreadOnMe]

That's a really well done video, great work mate and thanks

[@paulmonk7820]

Hint: When ready to install the tube, put blocks under the tire, and let the rim fall down. Also, inflate and deflate a new tube to get it to the right shape before installing it. 😮 12:31

[@mpachinko4069]

Thank you. Excellent job on this video.

[@njacksonkc]

Great details, much appreciated. No here I go, wish me luck.

[@wk7060]

Very best video yet!

[@liveuntetheredmusepodcast4832]

The green slime works great! I recommend it.

[@i-servnz229]

Hi, Just wondering if your tube lasted long enough, as it seems the stem hole is way offset when compared to the position of the valve on the new tube. Meaning the valve stem is getting pulled a lot, or the tube must be sitting in one side of the tyre, not in the centre?? I have the same issue and I was thinking if I should drill a new hole to allow the tube site in centre as intended. thought it wont last long otherwise? Cheers imi

[@turboman4736]

Don't use a valve stem tool don't use vise grips use a zip tie works perfect and that also just keeps the valve stem from ever going back inside so you can always just leave it afterward

[@paulmonk7820]

Would it be easier to use sandpaper to smooth the inner side of the rim? 😮

[@urikorepakinga6713]

Just put a washer over the value and stick the cap back on.

[@knighthawk86855]

Thanks man you saved me a lot of money.

[@paulmonk7820]

Use the valve stem tool to seat the valve stem by pulling it until it snaps into place. No pliers needed. 😮 17:41

[@philliphall5198]

I use small vice grips to keep tire from moving around on wheel, other than that it’s not bad with soap and water mix

[@HB-yq8gy]

Sir thank you, you made it look easy just like a bicycle like a doofus I used slime.

[@PatsUnmadeBed]

Thanks, liked the vice-grip suggestion