How to change a tire on a John Deere

[@Voartist]

It's nice to find videos that show exactly what the title says. This is just what I was looking for. Great video! Thank you.

[@adamelam6385]

Watched nearly the whole video before I noticed the missing hand. Kudos for your tenacity.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks. I was born that way so I know no different. I hope the video was helpful to you. Please give this video a thumbs up and tell your friends about my channel channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@samallsop6700]

The knee trick was the key to getting the new tore onto the rim. I spent the better part of an hour goofing around, trying to somehow hold the rim secure, and finally giving up and checking KZbin. After sifting through a bunch of useless videos, I found this one, skipped to the part I wanted to see, then it took less than a minute to get the tire on. Thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and you finally got the job done!! Thank you for watching and the kind comment. Please give this video a thumbs up to help my channel. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@samallsop6700]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Another great tip. removing the valve core and using a blow gun to get the bead seated, much better than using an inflator chuck. You're full of great advice here. I've spent 45 years wrenching on stuff and your 12 minute video gave me two great tips that I'll use. Thanks again!

[@roscopcoltrane1421]

I have a JD S120 and the rear tire went flat thanks to a piece of wire that went into the side wall. I thought about just buying a new tire with rim to make it easier, but after watching your video, i am going to buy the replacement tire only. Thanks for posting a quality well explain video, it’s appreciated! Now, its on me to get my tire off that rim, lol! Great video! Thank you.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

You can also keep the tire, put a patch on the inside of the tire where the wire went through it, then put a inner tube in the tire. I do not have a video on it but I will do one when the opportunity comes up.

[@banarcus]

Mate, great no nonsense straight to the point video. Thanks for helping out a brother down under!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment!

[@HereWeGo0o0]

One handed. I can’t do this with 4!! Awesome job by a guy who knows the value of work!

[@TFBITRCY]

Thank you very much from a real klutz (but safe) around the workshop. I literally was taking an action, coming back and viewing the video, stopping the video, taking the next action, etc. etc.. Very useful hands on video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Glad it helped!

[@yogibeer9319]

At 7:22 your advice on pushing the tire down as far as you can REALLY helped me on my L120 tire I was replacing. I thought I was a complete dumbf**k but it was just a trick like that that did the job. I was really fighting that tire till then. Now I’m only half a dumbf**k Great video!

[@carlososborne2866]

Yogi Beer I have a rear tire that needs replacing on my LA120. But Im having a hard time removing it. I have sprayed it with wd40 for 4 straight days and but its not move at all

[@JuanTorres-yf1dg]

Wow, you are the best, I try other utube videos and they didn't help and I saw your video and I mount the tire on the rim in about 2 mins. Thank you, thank you. You are great.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Great to hear! Thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a thumbs up and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching :)

[@jurisvzauls2263]

I just gave up on a 15x6.00-6 and came to youtube. watching this a few times for inspiration!

[@juanperez-fx5uw]

Mannn i work at a tire shop and take almost 30 min just to do one and props to you brother you did it like nothing wow you an inspiration keep it up gee

[@johnnypare7426]

How you do that with only one hand amazes me

[@SeainStone777]

I inherited a D110 with the property I bought. Time for new tires as Slime isn't working anymore so needed a good tutorial on swapping out tires, and this was it!! Great video shots, very good description so you don't have to guess what you mean, and overall excellent tutorial video. I'm headed out now in the 100 heat to give it a go. Thanks ahead of time. :)

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Maren, I'm glad this was helpful and thank you for the kind comment, Please give this a like, subscribe and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching!

[@vincedavis4393]

Changed my John Deere tire today using this video. Thanks again

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thanks for commenting and watching!

[@kennichols3992]

Thank you. I rolled a tire off the rim (yes, by screwing around with tight turns at speed), and this has all the info I need+.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@cb7pwn]

Kudos for doing this kind of work with a nub! Mad respect

[@markbrad675]

Great job,took me forever trying to do this on a work bench,never thought of using my knee, You made this look easy,told myself I was never going to change a lawn tractor tire again,should have watch this before I did mine,,,feel like a DUH now...Thank you for the tip,I use my knee next time.....

[@ProteusDIY]

Thanks for posting this video. Just got myself a free X300 and the rear tires were shot. Not the most pleasant thing to do but thanks to your video I was able to do it myself. Thanks!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Mom glad you were able to get the tires changed out. How many hours are on the tractor?

[@ProteusDIY]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines 118. 2014. Not much. It probably sat outside most of its life. Key was rusted up pretty good. Battery dead. Fuel a bit funky but it runs and runs smooth! I have videos of it purring away on my channel. Trying to decide if I want hdap or versa turf tires...but it looks like the versa ones don't come in 20/10-8. And I don't know if it's a good idea or not to mix different treads front and rear although the majority of the traction is going to be at the rear. Fronts were ok. Held air.

[@TinyHouseHomestead]

Finally someone who knows what the hell they are doing! BEST tire replacement video ever! 😱😁😝🤪👍👍🇺🇸

[@mikecatg]

After watching videos of using a Harbor Freight tire machine and tools, I’m thinking maybe I made a mistake thinking I could try on my own. After watching your video, I feel better. Plus I learned a few things I didn’t think of. Awesome video. Thank you!!!!

[@lyleswan6671]

Wow, thank you for a "real world" scenario. I watched another channel where the tire almost fell off and back on, not typical at all. You are the effin man dude! Did one last night on a old L 120 and struggled to break bead. Ended up using tire iron as a chisel with a hammer to break bead. After that it was pretty gravy. Your slide hammer is bad azz. I am definitely going to make one of those.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated:)

[@BikerInAHat]

I was about to give up getting the new tires on until I saw this. Thanks for posting!!!

[@cesarguerra9127]

I have a 7 year old 140 D John Deere and had to replace the front tire watch your video I started about at 8 p.m. and finish about 11 p.m. it was tough getting that tire out but I got it watch your videos the main thing is like you said do it on little bit at a time thanks guy I just like And subscribe keep on making good videos talk to you later!!!!

[@jerrylalonde1646]

I watched your video and followed it right to the T and it worked for me thank you very much thumbs up for you for you

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks Jerry, I’m glad it was helpful!

[@islanddogstudios9004]

Thank you for the great video. I was going to have a pro change the tire. After watching this video, I feel like I can tackle it.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Take your time and hopefully the tire will be in warm conditions. It helps a lot to have the tire pliable as much as you can while removing and installing.

[@drcoffee5588]

Nice video. Honestly, I found a small tire shop in town to install my new walmart tires for $10 each. Well worth the gas and cost to let someone else wrestle with it..

[@stevesls007]

Great "How-To" presentation! THANK YOU!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Scott, I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a thumbs up and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching.

[@LockingDevice]

Thank you for this video! There are very few places to get a John Deere Riding Mower serviced so we had better get good at servicing on our own.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Aaron, I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@petewiltfang]

You made this look too easy, now I'm gonna have to do this myself. Thanks for the great video!

[@Luv2flyMD]

I tried to get my JD front tire off the wheel for two hours (with two hands) and still couldn't get it off. Very impressive!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks, I’ have had a lot of practice.

[@carmenlamanna5391]

I use a heat gun to take off dust caps. I know I would ruin them with a torch. Awesome video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you. I’m glad it was helpful. That was a learning how to make a video, for me. I must make all videos easy for anyone to perform and after some comments , I may talk about using a torch but as you would do a heat gun is the way to go. I will not be using a torch in any more videos. Please give this video a like and share my channel with your friends to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching:)

[@cbdyna]

Thanks for the vid. I have an LA 145 and cant seem to get the front wheels off; there end of the hub is bigger than the hub it appears. And it appears it is designed this way.

[@RScott413]

Heh. this is great. I have never changed a rear tire but a have definitely changed the front ones or removed them. I just break the bead while it is on the tractor before i lift it by kicking it, works every time. Of course mine are typically flat because I ran over some sharp ass tool my son left in the back 40.

[@Torsee]

Excellent Video ! Best I've found! I have two to replace on my 2007 JD! Thanks for posting.

[@sue6910]

A lot of women, me included, watch these "how to" videos because we haven't got a clue as to what we're doing. Your's is the first video that says to put grease on it, thank you! Off to buy some grease...

[@davidsnyder4801]

Great video....and you dont even mention how much easier it would be with two hands....

[@joe78377]

You are the man. Thanks for your knowledge.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

You bet, I'm glad it was helpful!, please give this a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching.

[@chris.humm89]

Thank you so much, buddy. This tutorial was a life-saver.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad the video was helpful! Please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated:) Take care!

[@gkey63]

Thanks dude. Awesome instructional video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching and commenting. Please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@cheeku6119]

You rock man! Awesome and very simple directions.

[@TommyTester]

I assume after you put on new tires that the deck has to be releveled? You sure make it look easy. I bought one of the Harbor Freight small tire changing stands and that works good too. Thanks.

[@drdoerder]

Wow, you've got some skills!

[@philbradfield5275]

Thank you for posting this! Huge help.

[@krowbar23]

That's awesome show, thank you sir. 😊😊

[@oe542]

Did you just do this with one hand???? Yesterday I tried to do this and I have tools and air and am fairly handy. After denting the rim and scratching it all to heck I gave up. I feel like an idiot especially after watching this video. Good work!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I sure did, LOL. I was born that way so it was easy to deal with everything, plus I have changed thousands of tires. The trick is getting the tire bead in as close to the center of the rim before prying the other bead off of the rim and as I say "baby steps" small bites will make it also easier.

[@MarksTips]

Excellent video. Great tips. You just made my tire changing job a lot easier.

[@roxiepoe9586]

Thank you so much.Your instructions were clear and I just went out there and did it! I feel so good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Jim-Wade]

If you have too big a gap between the rim and the new tire and are having trouble pressurizing it, a ratchet strap (or cord of some type) cinched around the tread will help push the bead toward the rim and make it easier. Sometimes you can just stand the tire up and push down on the tread while pressurizing, but that doesn't work as well.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Yes but remember that if you over pressurize the tire when using a ratchet strap you can hurt yourself when you release the ratchet strap so be very careful!!

[@nycupperes]

Excellent video and you’re an inspiration.

[@ron4413]

You did that like you knew what you were doing. Took me 2 hours just to take the tire off the rim. Probably another 2 hours to mount a new tire.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

It depends on how old the tire is and the temperature your doing at. Some old tires are a pain to get off. The new one should be easier and follow how I use my knee to give you that little extra. Patients!!!! :)

[@ron4413]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Thanks, it's a 1991 JD i bought new in 91. I will use my knee for sure.

[@ron4413]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Thanks, It's a 91 JD I bought new in 91. I will use my knee for sure.

[@americansmark]

Just replaced a flat. Whoever put the tire on the rim used red loctite to bond the wheel to the rim. I had to cut the tire off and spend an hour breaking the seal with a blowtorch and elbow grease. If I weren't so stubbornness, I'd have gone back to Tractor Supply and just swapped the tire for one already mounted on a rim.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Nice work hanging in there to get the job done! Thanks for watching and commenting! Please give this video a like, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated :)

[@wokeproof]

thanks for the video one armed bandit. gained a follower

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

LOL, I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for supporting the channel.

[@Routh290]

Perfect video ! Thanks a bunch !!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Your welcome! I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.

[@derekobidowski3301]

the best quality front wheels for these entry level John Deere D, E, and S lawn tractors is to go with the one for the John deere X300 or X350 as its a much better wheel and tire assembly which has precision bearings and a multitrac C/S turf tire

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Or just install, Replacement M123811 Bearing Kit to normal roller bearings. amzn.to/3raBY9w

[@johnbrunelle9869]

Thanks this video really helped me...thank you!!!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for the kind comment.

[@donnagavin4539]

You made that look easy. Ty

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Practice, practice, practice and hundreds of tire changes later. I just hope the tips and tricks help you get the job done! If you liked this video, please give it a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching:)

[@mariososa6854]

Awesome streat to the point.👍

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment:)

[@jimkalfakis9893]

Yup! I did em! This helped me tremendously, thank you man!

[@GolferDude-r9f]

Brad, Thank you for the videos! Do you recommend installing front wheel bearings on my JD D140?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

If you are not good about greasing and maintaining your machine, absolutely change to bearings. If you want to keep the bushings, have a grease gun and are good with maintaining your machine, just remember to grease your front wheel bushings several times a season, depending on how many hours you use it. This link will show you how to install 2 upgrades but the wheel bearings part is what you may want to perform. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKW7i4qZg9iMh5I.

[@HRMartin-ud1gf]

Does it matter if you put it on from the front or backside of the rim?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

No, either way will work, what ever is easier for you.

[@roymartin8157]

Thank you. I was having difficulty with changing them. I know it does matter on car tires but couldn't see any reason why it would on these John Deere tires so I appreciate your reply. I did finally get them on by using a heat gun to slightly warm them to make them a bit more flexible and they are doing great. Thanks again.

[@dalerbsr.5061]

Thank you so very much, this video made my day a lot easier!

[@geemanone2039]

Husqvarna YTH24V48 here. Just about time to replace my front tires. What are your thoughts on the "turf saver" style tires?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I replace the tires with what is on the machine to keep the same pattern. Turf saver tires are ok.

[@geemanone2039]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Thank you!

[@Ricardog48]

Bro ,thanks alot , my fat ass was doing wrong ,I be following u bro thanks again

[@jackturner1156]

You Sir.. Are the BEST!

[@ChrystieErskine]

Awesome video!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you for the comment, I’m glad it was helpful, please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated:)

[@PaulBrannan-mb8wv]

No grease fitting on the rim. My D140 has them on all tires

[@Jemstk]

I could not get the golf cart tire on I am not as good and you have 1 arm Damm I suck 😒 you are awesome

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

You don’t suck. Ask your local golf cart dealer. The golf cart tires are very high ply and very hard to get on. You should take it to somebody that can help with that tire.

[@WreckDiver99]

I HATE those freaking caps. LOL....I get to change out tires this year on mine. I looked at just the tire vs. tire+hub, and wow, for the extra $20 for the two I'll buy the tire+hub assembly. I may change my mind when I get these wheels, but if the wheels are junk I can swap out the tires on the old ones for sure.

[@Prajyot101]

Man, you are so very helpful!!!

[@lordofdunvegan6924]

Great vid, very useful. Thanks alot.

[@jasonleee9401]

Nice work, thanks

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Jason, I’m glad it was helpful. Please give this video a thumbs up and tell your friends to help my channel grow. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@carl77242]

Thanks that great idea 👍

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment:)

[@afs2011]

Great video. Is there a certain type of grease to buy? Thanks!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

As long as your putting grease in the wheels periodically that is what matters. I use a John Deere part number TY24416 it come in a tube for my grease gun. It is a Lithium grease.

[@bobbyhigginbotham8205]

Great video.... I needed this thanks for posting

[@wdunovant]

Amazing, thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a like and share my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching.

[@GG-zs5sz]

Great thanks for taking the time on this

[@TvMAF1A]

How to change tehe rear tire?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

It’s the same but bigger! The question is due you need a tire or just install a tube? If your tire is loosing air and going flat? you may just need a tube. Check this video out on installing a inner tube. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJyWq6qkhNVkpLM

[@loganb.768]

Thanks alot buddy, you helped me with this video!

[@Velandra84]

Are you using OEM tire or something else? Can you recommend a generic? I have a flat on my John Deere. I have never changed a tire and I'm not even sure if I can but I will give it a shot. This is my first ride on mower and I didnt even know we should be putting grease on. What kind of grease? 🤔 Also where are you located? Maybe you can help me out 😆 I know the John Deere dealer is going to charge me ridiculous prices to do anything. A couple years ago they were going to charge me $350 to do something to my Honda push mower that I did in 5 minutes for free after watching a KZbin video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

If you have a flat tire just install a inner tube. Here is a link to how to install a inner tube. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJyWq6qkhNVkpLM.

[@ronrollins381]

Most auto tire places do not carry mower tires but will order one for you and mount on rim for about $65. I am local hand man and have been replacing mower tires for more than 20 years. Tires do not go bad unless sets in the sun. Majority of replacements due to side wall damage. My local Tire Pros uses the same brand as John Deere. Just ordered a tire friday for me to pickup monday after noon. You can also get mower tires at Walmart but I never have and do not know quality.

[@AR-wc3mw]

Can you use a tube inside a older tire?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Yes, absolutely. We here at my shop do it all the time. just make sure to check the inside wall of the tire to make sure there are no obstructions that may pop the new inner tube.

[@mschiffel1]

No bubbles = No troubles.

[@michaelterechow1859]

You make it look easy.

[@Anonymous-it5jw]

What do you run your rear tires at? Thanks for a great and useful video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Anonymous98 Most 10 psi rear and 12 to 14 psi front. Check side wall on tire. The main idea is to keep the front equal and rear equal so the mower deck will cut evenly if the deck is properly adjusted.

[@KCARanchHomestead]

Can you use slime or similar product in a tubeless lawn tire to fix a small leak?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

You can and I have in the past just to find out that tire sealant “slime” will ruin the tire in time. Installing a tube is recommended.

[@lp8243]

Great video. I just put tubes in both of my X300 rear tires. What do you use to grease the rear axles? I picked this mower up used and the previous owner apparently never did. Dry as a bone and nearly seized. I want to try and bring it back before it gets worse.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

LP the x300 series tractors are hydrostatic driven in the rear and there is no grease points. The transmission has hydraulic oil in it that keeps everything lubricated including the rear axle. It’s all in one. If your trying to push the machine when it isn’t running? There is a hydro release lever you pull out that is located near the hitch hole in the back of the tractor. To the right of the hole.

[@lp8243]

Johnson's Small Engines thank you for the quick reply. The wheels were just really difficult to get off when I was putting tubes in the tires. They were almost rusted on. Any recommendations on how to fix that issue so that they don’t become permanently seized? Enjoy all of your videos, keep ‘em coming!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

LP ooooo! Ok, gotya. Just put never seize on shafts after you clean them up before putting the tires back on axles. That will keep corrosion down.

[@richer4poorer]

Well Done thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful! Please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated:) Thank you for watching!

[@jimanderson2518]

You'd BE the MAN!!!!!!! THX!!!!!!!!

[@mikedaniels85]

Nice job!!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks Mike! I’m glad it was helpful:)

[@chriscampbell3059]

Thanks for the video man

[@tylerduggan5836]

Thanks for your help!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

👍

[@jgraham6102]

Thanks for the info!

[@rmgibbs1861]

Thank you Sir!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Your very welcome! I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for watching. Please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@mtz9939]

Well done!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks! And thank you for watching

[@442recruiting2]

Nice thanks

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful.

[@bobchu2121]

Thank you.very helpful video!

[@dmb619]

Excellent video, thanks.

[@jahkyleezy1315]

Nice job

[@tpsamer]

Enjoy your videos. Have a similar unit. How in the world did that old tire wear like that especially with yearly lube? How many hours of use?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

There steering was a little toed in and you cannot adjust this without adjustable tie rods. This model does not have them. I also think they take very hard turns over there driveway which doesn't help either! 200plud hrs.

[@tpsamer]

My D110 has 155 hours but no apparent tire wear. A friend with the same mower and slightly less hours has front tires with bald patches around tire but never lubed the wheels.

[@tregibbs]

Hey Brad - So the tires on the John Deere D110 do not have inner tubes? My JD D110 has a flat rear tire - so I guess I just need a new tire? I thought I could patch the inner tube, but if there isn't one...

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Install a inner tube, it's cheaper then replacing the tire and if the tire is not dry rotted? you do not need a new tire. Make sure you check the inside of the tire for thorns, nails, etc before installing the tube. The size tube you will need is the size on the tire!

[@carlososborne2866]

Tre Gibbs I was wondering the same. But upon closer inspection , I found that information on the old tire. It reads" tubeless"

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Install a tube, take the tire size off of the tire it should be something like "20 X 8.00 - 8". then go ether to a local lawn mower shop or anyone that sells tubes and purchase a tube. Once you have a tube in hand, cut the valve stem out of the rim and install the tube in the tire on the rim. All lawn tractor tires are tubeless until we install tubes in them! I will make a video on how to install a tube in a tire!

[@AndrewFernandes007]

Great video, thanks!