I Broke My Fancy Tractor

[@falllineridge]

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[@flatlinesup]

it'll seat a lot easier using a ratchet strap (or rope/stick) around the tire. Don't add too much air once it seats without removing the strap.

[@JoeMama-cl8cm]

I’ve done that with my utility trailer tires. Definitely works.

[@terryeason4319]

If all you have is a hammer hit the top of it instead of the side

[@williamfreeh1198]

yup the ratchet strap trick works just about every time as long as the tire or rim isnt damaged

[@ronjohnson2073]

flatlinesup I was going to suggest this. I’ve used that technique several times.

[@CathyInBlue]

Chiming in with the "I do this too" gang. Handtruck with pneumatic tires, works everytime. As soon as the bead seats, stop inflating and remove the ratchet strap, then air to proper pressure.

[@benbeall5273]

Spending 12 min of my day watching a grown man fix a Tire. And I'm happy to do so. Educational and somewhat relaxing. Carry on good sir

[@65csx83]

He's not fixing a tire. He's replacing a tire valve and apparently is in over his head.

[@sminer8257]

Don't put yourself down, ths is a perfect video. Someone needed this video

[@waynenorris5711]

I strap the center of the tire and it squeezes the bead out when I can't quite seal the bead. Hammer works good too. Excellent idea!

[@TheCreationWaits]

Wayne Norris yes, I use a strap around the center of the tire to get a bead... works great!

[@DBSMODs]

Nothing more frustrating on KZbin than watching a guy who doesn't know what he's doing and you can't help him out and give him tips like this. Can't even count how many times I ratchet strapped a tire to seat the bead but it doesn't help him to tell at my screen 🤣😂

[@allenbo8234]

From what I'm seeing on the comments he's the only one who doesn't know about that little trick. DOES NOW !!

[@eddiestipe2009]

I worked in a tire shop for 2 years. The ratchet belt is the way to go! If you don’t have one use a belt or a rope. All work just fine. You also might think about getting a nozzle that clips on instead of holding. That way you have use of both hands.

[@rdrockett1]

There are 2 ways to solve the problem with putting air into a tire that has lost its bead. Number one is take the valve core out this will allow more air volume to enter the tire faster. Number 2 is you could try a ratchet strap around the circumference of the tire and that will prevent the tire from malforming

[@KillerNetDog]

Yeah I always just take the valve core out to seat a tire bead.

[@Aerogrow]

The other 2 ways for more extreme bead stretching when/if the ratchet strap/stem removal fails. 1. starter fluid method (not a fan and dangerous; only used when desperate, like stuck in woods). 2. modified portable air tank that has a VERY large release valve; cheap and easy for most part. Dump entire contents of tank in one large woosh. Similar to the stem removal but more extreme. Trailer tires and tractor tires always being the pain in ass ones.

[@HERPDEDERP49]

Put an m80 in the tire

[@stanleyclark7758]

Well done Wes. You were exceeding restrained in your vocalisms when the lever snapped back at you! Love your videos whatever content you cover. Take care and stay safe. Stan

[@usapatriot4513]

Glad to see you take the initiative to fix your tire yourself and show others that you don’t always have to run to the tire shop to fix your repair. Always enjoy your wholesome videos thanks for sharing them with us and God Bless

[@falllineridge]

Thanks 👍

[@paulstan9828]

Boy it never fails. Something you would think should be a relatively simple fix turns into a long drawn out process. I admire your determination.

[@bradpj53]

A great idea I saw for "woods-proofing" a farm tractor included welding a short section of threaded pipe around the valve area, and covering it with a threaded pipe cap. This makes me want to follow through!

[@fosterchild420420]

I was going to suggest the same thing.

[@beaverstuff]

Cute finishing piece showing clearing the area.

[@robcruse8565]

Taking the valve core out will make it easier to seat the tire on the rim. Get a full blast of air quickly. Then just replace core and air up to proper psi!

[@MyClutteredGarage]

That’s like hitting the lottery to break off that valve stem. Nothing worse than having to do a job twice. Sometimes it helps to remove the valve from the stem when seating the bead as it allows a bigger blast of air. Thanks for sharing. -Ed

[@timmcneil906]

Just yesterday, I discovered that the left rear valve stem on my ‘60 Oliver 550 is leaking. If it was a front tire, I might have tackled it, but I’m a rookie, so I’m going to have to get a pro out to fix it. Love your videos!

[@coldsteel1991]

You dealt with this much more patiently than I. I would've been too annoyed to make a video out of it. Nice job!

[@charliecostella]

Starting fluid!

[@jonathantillman842]

Two tire seating ideas - remove the valve core and then hit it with your air - the issue is volume not pressure. The second is to remove the valve stem - take your can of starting fluid with a "straw" and give it two quick squirts into the tire - hit it with a lighter - it will go "frump" (small explosion) with enough force to seat the tire but not hurt anything. The ideas others gave to use a ratchet strap works a lot of the time.

[@meehd01]

Done that several times. Mostly use a ratchet strap tho.

[@fasthogman]

I agree with removing the valve core ,

[@williamhaynes7089]

wd40 works in a pinch, done that before

[@comlbbeau]

Nice job. In-the-field maintenance is never any fun. Not being a "tire" guy, I appreciated all the good advice in the comments section.

[@CreeksideMaplesHomestead]

A ratchet strap around the tire will reseal the bead enough to get air in it. Just make sure once it takes air to loosen the strap. I’ve used the strap method dozens of times and it has always worked. Good luck. Great vid.

[@gurvinderkau1e5w18]

Dont understand machines. But always enjoy your videos. Loved the last aerial part clearing the land.

[@falllineridge]

Thanks!

[@jackmargason2594]

Time lapse aerial footage at the end was great.

[@iain1969]

All's well that ends well! The aerosol can trick would have probably seated that tyre but you got there in the end. Thanks for the video

[@Evan60020]

Remove the valve core when trying to seat the bead. More volume.

[@scottcoleman7304]

works if you have a massive quantity of air to push fast. he he has a smaller compressor probably won't work

[@chrisseats]

Starting fluid is my go to method but just a couple squirts, not half a can like the guys in the fail videos! :-)

[@falllineridge]

Not quite brave enough for that yet. Might try it next time.

[@piledriver141]

Starting fluid/ carb cleaner anything that will flash quicker than you can blink works great 👍 ps until you have done it a few times it will...... well you’ll find out

[@michaelmactavish1728]

@@falllineridge sucks the sticks riped off poor kubota stem probbly safer mow with the loader on so push the brush down while mowing

[@baggypantsface]

I am normally not brave either but after failing with a ratchet strap last weekend I tried the starting fluid method and it worked! It’s definitely nerve wracking though...

[@williamhaynes7089]

I have done the starter fluid method, but i have to use wooden match sticks, stand back and throw them lit

[@bobbennett3153]

I love the aerial view at the end cutting the field with time lapse. Yellow straps will be your friend in more than one way, remove valve core insert blowgun, the larger volume of air going in the easier it is to seat the bead

[@RichardWilson-sh3kr]

Cool video and nice tractor. I have an L2501 and love it. I will be adding on these valve stems to my hit and run bag for it. Btw, and I am not one to judge but at 4:28, seems like that operation would go safer and easier if you put the wood on top of the jack. Cheers

[@ColonialGardens99]

Nice drone mowing shot again! Such a great visual. Enjoyed the video!

[@tommyordoyne7461]

Nice fix. That stem guard didn't quite work like it was supposed to. Have a productive day.

[@brucematthew6564]

Such a satisfying end, great video! Keep up the good work, hope you 're fine!

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Hey Wes! I'm happy that you got it fixed! Makes me feel good that I am not the only one who has that kind of stuff happen, lol. Give my best to Howard! 👍

[@DLTJR1959]

I've stubbed a lot of tires brush hogging. Plug and go on the rears if you have tubeless tires. I had a bunch of flats on the fronts until I upgraded to aircraft 18 plies. All you can do is go in the same direction and be careful. Once you get the woody stuff cut down the first year you are pretty much OK. Thanks for the video. I appreciate it.

[@jmfarmstexas9078]

Not sure if anyone has suggested this. But use grease around the bead. Especially where the bubbles were coming out. Just use a screw driver pry a little and put a good layer. Then kind have some on your hands with a rubber glove on. And apply where the airs coming out. It usually works pretty well

[@Rooster2628]

Loved the drone clip at the end.

[@deerrudy]

That sucks..ratchet strap around the tire will help setting the bead I just read the comments after posting. Been said enough.lol

[@jimmowers7675]

Good morning. As always a great video. Have a great day. God Bless.

[@johnnytyson8645]

I liked the way you fixed it your self instead of taking it to tire shop. You save lots of bucks that way. I have watched a long time and still dont know your name. Liked the end mowing.

[@falllineridge]

Thanks, Johnny!

[@jackgreen412]

I learned that you can remove the core from the stem to allow for more volume of air. Increases odds of getting bead to seat. I've fought and cussed mower tires and learned. My wife said to take it to a tire shop. I must be too hard headed and tight.

[@gerryspang5917]

Love the video, nothing most people haven’t experienced. Keeps us humble. The old saying ( we learn by the school of hard knocks ) applies here. Take a small chain and position it around the centre of the tread then turn it like a tourniquet making sure we can back off the chain so it wii slide off. LOL

[@heathworsley8347]

No apologies necessary for how did you word it a proper video I thought that was a very good video and thank you for sharing your adventures with us best wishes from Wisconsin

[@kevincameron8437]

Ever heard of the Vi Air compressors? They run off of 12v...so just hook up to a battery, and compact (i keep mine under my back seat). I think they’ll get you the PSI you need. Great video again and thanks for sharing.

[@jeffhanson6844]

Kind of reminds me of the old show green acres where the city folk went to the country but didn't actually have the needed skills.

[@lonniechartrand]

I wish my FRONT tires had the valve stem guards on them. My rear tires do, BUT, they did not do me any good either. Had the SAME THING happen to me with my REAR tire. Stick broke off the valve when I was in the FAR BACK of my farm and tried to get as close to a road as I could. Did not get far! Bead broke and all my tire fluid blew out all over the ground and the tire almost came off of the rim! Got it fixed, but what an ordeal! Also, a couple of tips for you. There is a "cable tool" that is used for pulling new valve stems into place making it much easier! And the tire service that came out to my farm used something he called "tire soap" to seat the bead onto the rim. Never seen it before. It looks like lard, but he hand packed that "soap" on both sides of the tire and wheel and then put the air to it and it popped right onto the bead!!!! And there was a hell of a gap between tire and riim! Live and learn! Oh! And after several flat front tires due to Honeylocust thorns I went and had my front tires FOAM FILLED. No more flats.....on the fronts any way!

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Great stuff brother; we've all been there! Glad you at least have the stem guards welded on the rim. That should help a lot in the future. Love the channel man! Stop by and visit ours sometime! -JTF

[@Will7981]

I think right after the 2:05 mark, we came real close to hearing Fall Line let a cuss word slip. Haha.

[@falllineridge]

Kinda hurt a little.

[@johnwolford4390]

Lots of good advise on hear. 1. If have starting fluid and lighter I'd do that as first choice. Always keep some around. A tractor that size . push tire aside. Spray 3 seconds then light it . Ratchet strap works , but much more work.

[@johnwolford4390]

On here I meant. Lol my bad

[@kthwkr]

Back in 1968 at the filling station we had a device to squeeze the tire all the way around. It worked in the same manner as the ratchet strap technique. It was an inner tube like device that was only about one inch in diameter(like a bicycle tube) and long enough to go around the whole circumference of the tire. (kinda like those thin balloons they use to make animals at kids parties.) It had a fabric material encasing it and a clamping apparatus at the ends. You put the whole thing around the tire and choked it up tight and fastened the clamps. Then you put air pressure in it and it pulled down on the tire real hard all around the whole circumference. The beads were forced out to the seat point. Put a little air in the tire and it would seat pretty easy. It was fast and easy. And I am pretty sure it would clamp down harder than you could do with a ratchet strap. I looked on the internet and couldn't find one. Perhaps you could make one with a bicycle tire, cut and sealed at the ends and glued to the inside of a ratchet strap. Tighten down the ratchet strap and then put air into the bicycle tire.

[@davidleahy4296]

That moment right before you send the tool flying. Haha. We all know it.

[@davidgalloway164]

2 ways to help get the tire to seat back on the rim: 1.) Use ratchet strap around center of tread on tire. Tighten strap until tire is slightly sunk in towards the center of rim. Inflate tire until you hear the bead snap up onto the seat. Release ratchet strap and inflate tire to proper pressure. 2.) Remove needle valve in the valve stem to allow a greater volume of air at a faster rate to force the bead up onto the rim seat. You will hear it pop up onto seat. Stop inflating and reinstall the valve as quickly as possible with air seeping out. Tighten valve stem down and inflate tire to proper pressure. Hope these suggestions help everyone.

[@BradMyers]

That reseating of the tire was a pain. I thought changing out the valve would be the pain, but you made that look easy.

[@tadcobert1307]

Nice job on a field expedient repair!

[@piledriver141]

Hey man make a habit of raising that garage door all the way!! If not one day that roll bar is going to open it for you 😀

[@falllineridge]

It's already bent from just that!

[@B-in-Norva]

Ain't you gonna take that tire to a dealer and get it balanced? If not, you're surely gonna have some wobble or pulling when you get up to 70 or 80 MPH......😀

[@falllineridge]

Ha!

[@B-in-Norva]

@@falllineridge love your channel!!

[@Andy-in5yn]

Oh well shit happens mate, but I did think at 02:06 you were going to throw the jack handle at the tractor. And your aerial shot is awesome but ya missed a bit! lol Take Care and be Safe.

[@davebrittain9216]

To make it easier next time unscrew the core from the stem. Air gets in way faster and the tire will grab onto the seat way easier.

[@CobyRupert]

....if your air chuck works without needing a core.

[@davebrittain9216]

@@CobyRupert For this kind of thing it is worth the six bucks to go get one that does.

[@hogman2524]

a lil tip, remove the valve core to get the beads to seat, you can get air in faster that way , as soon as it seats put the core back in quick!!

[@jimp.4531]

Great looking Boot out there. You might try a rachet strap next time.

[@troywilburn9147]

Yup yup. Ratchet strap around the circumference. Also, if you take out the valve stem it’ll help get air in the tire faster to help seat the bead.

[@rice0009]

Had a similar experience with a B2650. Dad was driving in 4x4 mode and managed to rip the front right valve stem out in a muddy field. He didn't notice at first, and kept driving for a while. The bead filled with mud and grit. I had to take it off the tractor and drag it into a tire store to get it fixed.

[@justinopinion4016]

If you remove the stem core to reseat the bead it should work great to first seat the tire, once seated reinstall the core and continue to fill to correct psi. Hope that helps.

[@livefreeordie1]

Do you have ballast in your rear tires? If not, you should. Not only is it safer, it adds enough additional traction to make your tractor a different animal.

[@w96725]

This is a great channel

[@alanl.simmons9726]

Put a ratchet strap around circumference and tighten to force side walls to push out.

[@ralphgeorge8769]

Instead of soap, use grease. It's just as slick but it'll fill the bead gap and help the tire seat better. Also a rubber mallet banged around the perimeter of the tire as you air it up.

[@meehd01]

I got a can of good bead sealer and it works much better.

[@marionrobertson3895]

Thanks I learned some new . Thanks for sharing God bless.

[@concernedpatriot9314]

I had a B21 and put 1,400 Hours on it and then a GRAND L 3500 with cab and I broke everything on it in less than a year. So I sold it and bought another B21 the best machine they Ever made ! I use starting fluid and a match to remount a tier it works AWSOM !

[@larryrivers2752]

Your tires aren't liquid or foam filled? Big difference!!

[@101egals]

No need to apologize you did something to a piece of your equipment and you showed how to fix it. I would say job well done.

[@aaronsbarker]

Kinda surprised at how much space there is between the frame and bracket at the 9:27 mark. I would have expected a much tighter tolerance there.

[@MrFHLH]

That was a very unfortunate accident, and never seen a guard fitted before so good idea, but to me might have given more protection had the guard been fitted 180 degrees to how it is fixed. But that might make getting at the valve more difficult, so you can't win which ever way you do it. Thankfully it was an easy fix without costing a load, just annoying to stopped play.

[@mattbalik2585]

If you remove the schrader valve you can put a larger volume of air into the tire to seat the bead, then you can reinstall the schrader valve

[@CesarNunes18]

What size of tires are you using on the front ? And rim ? Pls let me know

[@bluedog726]

Busted out laughing when you said don't want to take it off. Rookie comment.

[@David-fv7zg]

My Dad always had a rule in our house, if you take the last of something, you replenish the supply. Yeah we never followed that rule either.....LOL.

[@golfbravowhiskey8669]

Those R4 tires or bad about not reseating but just put about 10 pounds of air in them go drive around for five minutes and they’re perfectly reseated and not leaking. By the way, I always carry you a cheap ratchet strap that way you can wrap it around the tire squeeze it down and make it seat up.

[@TheAndrewMaggie]

Foam fill the tires! Best thing I did to my tractor!

[@jsb63]

How heavy does that make them?

[@Bryan-wq9vq]

You made your road to look like the shape of Louisiana

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Here's hoping this was the worst emergency breakdown repair you face with the tractor. Dad's are great!

[@bigmike4737]

I could weld a protective shroud around all of the valve stem and they will still get broke off..😵😀 On my equipment anyways. Building our new Norwood HD36 this weekend, but rain! Wish us luck!

[@falllineridge]

Good luck! You'll have a blast.

[@bigmike4737]

@@falllineridge Thanks!

[@brucewelty7684]

Another trick to get the bead to seat is use a snatch em strap or just a hunk of rope ratchet the strap around the circumference or with the rope jam a bar in it and loop the rope around the bar.

[@maxlown363]

you can remove the valve core to increase air flow into the tire while trying to seat the beads

[@jram7047]

For future reference and a great tool box supply check out Colby valves... they are a quick replacement for cars, dirt bikes tractors or whatever... very helpful for my offloading

[@joegoins9894]

That's them there cab 🚕 boat az fur ya need you one of them there fancy gone beer tractors 😜

[@andy6043]

Looks like Kubota screwed up here, why weld a guard on the rim that doesn't cover the length of the valve stem ?

[@mrgoodtimes05]

I'll share a little trick that will get that seated and MORE. 2" ratchet strap and ether, this will teach that tire to seat. Also what did you say earlier? I was watching to see what direction and how far the jack handle was headed .

[@bobw7066]

The first thing you do not do is use sharp edged tools anywhere near the bead of the tyre and the rim seat, damage beads and seat result in continues flat tyres. Taking the valve stem out lets a lot more volume of air in to expands the tyre more quickly to get it seated, I do not use chains or ratchet straps to belly the tyre out, I prefer to use a length of rope twisted up with a stick or such because when the tyre expands chains or ratchet straps can lock up and be impossible to release as for the rope you just unwind the stick or cut the rope, also this is very handy if you are stuck in the bush

[@mikehornsby599]

Great stuff enjoyed that, on my John Deere the tire value is on the inside maybe you can turn your tires around!!!

[@royking1]

At one point, you can see that the tyre is marked with a direction arrow.

[@ambroiseriboldi4952]

Et aussi! avec un chargeur frontal, vérins double effet, pas besoin de cric. On appuis l'outil à terr, le tracteur se lève seul. Ensuite, on met la chandelle de sécurité. Pas d'efforts inutiles. Bonne continuation.

[@FallGuy-te9yp]

Tie down straps around the middle always works for airing tire up

[@Z-Bart]

Kabota needs to extend their valve stem guards. They should stick out past the valve stem for protection.

[@glenparks5175]

Sometimes u can wrap a ratchet strap around them to get a tire to reseat

[@stanleysmith4726]

Also grab you a couple of front axles for your tractor they break so easy

[@CW1116]

I won't mention the use of strap around the perimeter because many others have repeated that well proven method. What I'm writing about is............. What the heck is that grinding sound when you were free spinning the tire? Wow. That sounded like a horribly worn bearing.

[@TheMonkdad]

As I age I re-evaluate the value of my time. That tire would have gone to the local tire shop 15 minutes after I broke the stem. Fun video though

[@jameslathrop6074]

If you let a little weight down on the tire when you air it up it will help bead the tire

[@genecarr4568]

I agree with other commenters, rachet strap around the center of the tire will push the bead to the rim.

[@garyhunter6030]

I found that if you take a ratchet strap n put it around the tire and tighten the strap until the tire rim touches the rim. then slowly fill it with air it is much easier to get the tire to seal. you will hear it go pop when the tire is sealed.

[@chrisstokley7687]

Alot they already said.. but #1- Remove the valve core and use air with a trigger gun. #2- ...make a homemade air cannon... called bead seater.. OMG.. fast/easy ..old portable 10 gal air tank.. 2 inch valve.. 2 short pipes.. its on ! basicaly blast 100 pounds instant air to the bead.. POW!!!! 5 lbs air in tire and all seated! excellent on all tires!

[@Mcseverythingoutdoors]

Love Kubota but tires and valve stems seem to be the weaker link on most compact and utility tractors under 70 horse. Have had to change all of them first year or 2.

[@TERRORoftheLORD]

Not only would a ratchet strap help but, next time remove the valve stem until it seats! The first time I mowed without the loader I put a small tree through the radiator from the back...