Replacing A Tire On A Lawn Tractor or ATV

[@charliesierra6919]

Ha-when you broke out the sheet metal snips, I knew I found the right man for the job. Great vid! I have two tires on the way(Amazon, half the price of the local Tractor Supply and free shipping!), so I appreciate this! Love your dog helping out!

[@j8584]

same! didnt even think of just cutting the old tire!

[@jcolbyt82]

We had a simplicity mower that was just like this one years ago. It was one heck of a good mower. Can’t remember what happened to it but it gave up the ghost and was going to cost more to fix than it would have been worth. It sure did get used a lot over the years. Our yard is quite big and it got fertilized a lot back then. If it was a wet summer it would get mowed two times a week, if not 3. lol. Seeing that old mower of yours brought back some good memories 😊. Excellent video all around. Thank you for putting that together!!!

[@VijayBhalla]

I liked your trick of cutting the tire bead by metal cutting tool. No one else talked about it. Very neat and useful technique.

[@Spencersofduffield]

You had me at "no matter what, you're going to see some struggling" you are really kicking out the videos, fueling my addiction.

[@robertholl6925]

Done a few tire and here is a few tips. Lots of lube soap works but tire lube is way better to get them off, Longer bars hold the rim with vice or bar drove into the ground just something to hold it and give you more leverage. Tire lube to fantastic to put on hoses too. Take the valve core out to get the beed to set, more air can go in faster. Nice job you got it done.

[@lukebecker1959]

WD-40

[@rodneybritt9398]

Thank you. I didn't know how to put the C ring back on. Learned from your video!

[@TVRGarage]

I tried the ratchets strap trick, worked perfectly. Thank you

[@KC-jq9kw]

Old tractors are the best. I have a 1970 IH Cub Cadet 127 that I am almost done rebuilding.

[@lukebecker1959]

Im rebuilding a IH cub cadet 782

[@PierreEXM]

Your video helped me a lot 👍 Thank you very much 🙏 Hello from Belgium ✌️

[@chaddesantis4191]

Thanks for sharing! Next time you're at Harbor Freight, take a peek at their tire irons. They're like $5 each, having 2 in the corner is worth every penny.

[@dwightpierce8266]

Thats what I was thinking also and put the soap on tire before trying to slide over rim. But he got the job done so what do we know. Haha

[@chaddesantis4191]

@@dwightpierce8266 I've gotten the job done his way, too. It works when it has to.

[@fourseasonsnorth]

All the fun that comes with a farm :-)

[@CameronAus]

you did a much better job than I have in the past. The last few times, i couldn't get it to seat with the ratchet. I ended up pouring about 2 tablespoons of gasoline around the rim and lighting it. The quickly expanding air seats the tire and then you fill it up with the compressor before it cools. I wouldn't recommend that process to anyone, but it sure brought a smile to my face.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

lol, haven't heard of that one, but it sure does sound fun!

[@FLPhotoCatcher]

I've tried it on a small tire with a short spray of starter fluid. Took a few tries, but it did work. Too much gasoline can damage the tire.

[@billfischer6464]

@@SSLFamilyDad yes, usually a good spray around with either works as well. Although it seems the cans you buy now dont work as well.

[@edemup44]

It is not as dangerous as it sounds. The expanding gas puts it self out leaving the tire at a safe PSI. I worked for a mechanic and he would install car tires using this method. He said the gas fumes reduce moisture in the tires over time.

[@joshmanning1681]

Many years as an auto and truck mechanic has taught me that having the right tool pays for itself in less frustration. They don't have to Snap-on, harbor freight is usually good enough for most DIYers.

[@IslandExoticsHomestead]

That tool you had to buy was Snap ring pliers. They will come in handy for other jobs, such as automotive repair .

[@matthewjohnson3910]

Nicely done todd thanks for sharing

[@peacehavenpointe1454]

You did a great job Mr.Todd, you did it like a pro. I use to fix tires ,when I was younger, a lot younger,. I use to fix a lot of big truck tires, you probably don't remember the split rim, did lots of them, very dangerous, got to know what you are doing, you did a great job on fixing them, keep up the good work and as always REMEMBER JESUS LOVES YOU.

[@JamesCouch777]

I've changed many of those split rims. They were much easier.

[@selador11]

And now, you'll always have the right tool for that job!

[@jasonbowen9537]

Good God. Break the beads. Put a piece of rebar in a vice. 24 inches of rebar will do. Put the center hole of the wheel on rebar. Two 24 inch pry bar. Put one on each side of rebar. Using the rebar as the fulcrum junction. Push/pull the hands of the pry bars away from one nother. Repeat again for second bead. Lube tire well. Dish soap works well. Push first bead on. Outer bead needs pry bar step in reverse.

[@kaycox5555]

You are a patient man....there's times for me, being relatively a cheap skate, I pay...but you got it done!

[@seamansj]

Great job. And knowing ahead of time that its going to be a pain will take part of the frustration out of it. Not really but at least you know it. I got to change my tire also. Just dreading it. Thanks again.

[@aministratorgeneral.9298]

Those circlip plier are worth thier wieght,, they come in usefull on so many jobs..

[@DanHancock-e7o]

Nice job! I have a small tire changer i just need a place to hold it down to use it. I guess I need to stop being lazy and just do it. Thank again nice video.

[@FLPhotoCatcher]

Great video, made it look almost easy! The Gator's frame near the front tire looked like it could break. It needs to be replaced, or have a brace welded on. If that failed at any significant speed, well, you can imagine the injuries possible.

[@servihomestead4324]

I'm with you; I don't have some of the tools I'd like to have to make certain tasks easier and safer. But you got it done! Good job.

[@rickjans664]

Just did this yesterday cut the bead i didn't have snips handy , drilled a hole near the bead used cutters not met for metal not very successful then a file and a debarring bit worked it back and forth with vise grips and it finally snapped - next took a razor knife cut the sidewall = The End the tire was worn out so what's the sense of fighting it

[@casid9929]

Farmer determination and ingenuity! Hey we took our wheelbarrow tire into Discount Tire because we didn't have a compressor and the tire pump we had didn't put out enough air for the bead to set. You probably don't have one close by!

[@TheKallipugos]

I would highly recommend picking up Harbor Freight’s tire changing stand. With a coupon it’s about $25 and will make changing tires soooo much easier. Good job though, working with what was on hand.

[@JohnSmith-ci7wc]

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[@ocenaside1111]

Many thanks for posting. Especially on the ratchet strap trick to seal the tires to the rim. Saved me a bunch time and swearing :)

[@shawnhagen6871]

That old gator is so cool! I’m on the look out for one!

[@elenawalczyk5927]

The dog part is my favorite. Very good video that made me realize I cannot change the tractor tire myself, alas.

[@JamesCouch777]

99% of the time ebay beats amazon on price. I've changed lots of tires but as I get older it becomes less and less fun...but I can still manage!

[@RunamuckFarms]

I have a mower with a slow leak and I have been putting off changing the tire. With your advise I feel confident that I could change the tire. Thank you.

[@tswitch86]

Supposed to put the tire over the rim, not the rim into the tire, wayy easier. Just a tip. Still a bear, but much easier. Great video

[@dans4270]

Had someone show me that trick 35 years ago lol Sometimes carb spray and a lighter works best 😁

[@PatEm10]

What you mean difficult? You knocked that out in under 16 minutes! Ha! Been there, struggled with that man... But it always feels so rewarding when they pop up on the rim though!

[@calvarycustoms6681]

I’m looking forward to the video where you install LEDs to replace those old work lights on the Gator. 😎👍🏼

[@edemup44]

There is a tire crowbar thingy they sell at Harbor Freight. I got mine for 4.99. It will make the job 50% easier. I hope this helps you.

[@albertwilliams8919]

Thanks for the info, I am going to get one tomorrow!!

[@jerseyjim307]

I USED TWO "FLAT IRONS" BACK IN THE DAY.... THEY WERE ABOUT 3/16 THICK X 18" LONG....WITH ROUNDED SMOOTH EDGES SO THEY DID NOT CUT TIRE ...

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[@larryhooker3113]

Thanks for your video, it is very helpful. I just saw something that might help you change the tires. Get a 3/4" x 6" bolt and place the hex end in a vice. Then put your tire over it and get a short nipple galvanized pipe for a collar, and then put the nut on the end of the bolt. Tighen it down until the wheel is snug, this will keep your wheel from moving around and will make it easier to change. Thanks, Larry

[@michaelduttry182]

That's the same thing I do but use chord and twist it around the middle. Also remove valve stem core when trying to get the bead to seat.

[@GavinFish]

That ratchet strap trick is probably a lot safer than igniting a little ether to set the bead. 🙂

[@SSLFamilyDad]

lol, yeah but less fun

[@nmartin5551]

Thanks for sharing the struggle!

[@matt8787fat]

This was very helpful! Thanks

[@wendyc.5769]

I do enjoy your videos!!

[@UNITED2009100]

I just had to do the same thing on my 1978 John Deere 210 front tires. I think both tires were glued on because I could not get them to side back from the outer rim. So I cut the biggest part of the tire off, then worked on the bead which has steel cords. It took me almost an hour to get one completely off. Then to put on the new tire. I studied the rim and found that both sides had the same measurement inside, so it didn't appear that it would make a difference which side I used to put the tire on the rim, but after looing again, I measured across the rim and found that the the inside rim had a diameter 1/4 inch less. So be sure to measure the dia on both sides. The smaller dia should make it easier to to do both the removal and replacement. As to getting the new tire to air up, I put a shot of Break Cleaner inside the tire and used a fire starter stick to create an explosion inside the tire. The explosion produced enough pressure to blow the tire out to the rim. Air when right in. No problem. Using the Break Cleaner can be dangerous. Only use a very small amount. You don't need very much. I saw this used on another video and it worked very well. If anything here makes sense, remember to measure the diameter of your rim first. One side may be less than the other like mine was.

[@PiquedFlow]

Absolute nightmare, I'll never do this again lol

[@loganstites7129]

Good video buddy

[@TylerLeeWarren]

Worth the money.

[@DKuzzin]

You smoked those tires! Good job. As long as you store those machines indoors, those tires should last for years to come. Good job troop. Go ARMY!

[@lukashoffman158]

I’m 16 and I help my family tire business all summer and change loader tires big 4wd tractor tires and I noticed you didn’t buff the bead putting it tubeless.buffing it can help prevent bead leaks down the line.also going tubeless use Frey lube prevents rust.

[@MattVey]

Thanks for sharing. I have two tires on the same side of mine that are down 5 lbs each time I use it. Been 5 years. Not sure if topping it off every time for 5 years (summer months only) is any worse than changing the tires. What to do, what to do. haha.

[@nickythebull82]

The dog is great

[@frrapp2366]

just got to put 3 20.8x38 tires on our 876 versitile 4whd tractor at over 1000per tire. have a great tire man he has some great tricks work on tires .1 if you cant break the bead down on a tire leave a little air in put a board(2x4/6)up to the rim and then drive a vehicle onto the board , 2 get a set of vicegrip pliers to hold your position on the rim as you move around with your bars. 3 lots of lub on the bead going on. he buys wd40 by the case ( is slow to evaporate than soap and water and doesnt bother the tube. 4 he uses talcum powder on the tube and wheel so it doesnt stick later. 5 a clean rim keeps you from having tube trouble down the road. when putting a 95$ tube in you dont want to do it again . some tractors have calcium water in the tires for weight it is very corrosive to metal and not fun to work with, newer equipment generally use safer chems. good luck hope these tricks help someone down the road have fun from n okla.

[@PaulaJoDavis]

Great tips for tire changing. Although I would probably be forced to take any tire to a shop.....I'm an old girl, so......LOL! Blessings from NE Missouri

[@andrewlittlefield3425]

You did great😁👍🏻, Godbless!

[@edlambert4472]

Mounting the tires will require the need to utter some of Daddy's Magic Words.

[@POLOAZTECA]

😁😂

[@flamewave000]

11:40 The hole in the middle was likely drilled in so they could put a tube in. Inner tubes have the stem in the center, but most tubeless have it near the side.

[@dsanders5984]

Great tips, thank you

[@mrmrjeremy37]

For a dollar or two you can pick up a little tool to remove the valve stem core and this will allow air to enter the tire faster when you are trying to seat the bead. I change tires on all my own things as well. It’s not always about the price of having it done as much as it is about just needing to get going again!!

[@SSLFamilyDad]

I do have that tool and forgot about that trick this time, tha is for the reminder!

[@lechatbotte.]

Soap and water helps. The ring pliers are cheap at the auto parts store. Personally I would let the tire store do it. The one near me will for a nominal charge like five bucks. I love the lab 🥰💕💕💕

[@davedurbin5410]

Omg I love the dog cameo. I hate this job but it goes with having a farm. Keeping the weed eaters and chainsaws running is just as frustrating.

[@hazelbork]

The dog was a paid actor

[@kellievans2957]

Thank you for sharing

[@aministratorgeneral.9298]

i used exactly the same teqniuqe as you, worked a treat...Good thinking... :)

[@noelhoffmann6057]

Good dog!

[@michaelpeacestewart]

i sawed mine off worked great and fast lol

[@6969richierich]

Soapy water makes a huge difference!!!

[@digi3e]

Thank you!

[@themasterpackrat]

Puting the soap on before you mount/dismount the tire will help the tire to go on/off the wheel much easier. You might want to invest in a snap ring plier to remove snap rings. It would be a good idea to support the tractor so it does not lean over when you remove the tire. A couple of blocks of 4x4 would do the trick. You need to think about your personal safety before you start a job such as this!

[@storymanaz]

Harbor Freight sells a manual tire changer you can bolt to a cement floor that is real handy. My Dad has one and it works good with different tires,

[@SSLFamilyDad]

I have seen these and would love one! I'll add it to the tools I need list at spot number 193:)

[@PatrickWagz]

Would've been *so much* easier if you used the sheet-metal cutters to snip the edges of the new tires as well!! :-/

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Lol

[@josephzacharias5854]

I tried to pull off rim and can't get it to come off. I have the same tractor from my neighbor. I started it with some buster and going to let it sit over nite

[@aministratorgeneral.9298]

Thats better looks awsome now...

[@eveningstarfarm2082]

Thanks

[@kyle2kmaxima]

brake cleaner fluid and a lighter will get that tire mounted in seconds

[@MrBigmo84]

Try using some soapy water to lube the tire in order to get the tires on and off. Will also help with sealing the bead.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Didn't I show that on both tires in the video?

[@tags3976]

Clucking would it’s great to watch and maybe give you a little bit of love to the five wheeler it awesome

[@aministratorgeneral.9298]

Thay duel hole is for if you get a puncture in the tube , then you reinflate with the second valve for tubless, and away you go, then you can repair tube when you got more time.

[@Malcomix]

do you think the old tires grip better when they are new than the ones that he replaced them with??

[@aministratorgeneral.9298]

When both sides pop on (the beads) you can let tyre down to get strap off..

[@philmatheny9984]

Dude soapy water on the bead works wonders.

[@DLeeGriff]

How do you remove the cap the covers the tire connector?

[@shawnhagen6871]

I’ve got to do the small front tires on my zero turn, I’ve been dreading it but now they want hold air long enough to mow so it’s time lol

[@aministratorgeneral.9298]

Take the valve stem out, ( the bit that unscrews) ,like they do in the tyre shops,, it lets air in faster, then replace valve stem when beading has popped on to rim, and inflte to required pressure,...

[@olehemlock]

Great idea if you have a air tool to do that. Most do not. You the stem to depress the valve in the air tool.

[@lyndabuchholz1216]

I wonder if the tire was left in the sun and got hot if it would go on easier?

[@SSLFamilyDad]

yup!

[@lyndabuchholz1216]

@@SSLFamilyDad Good to know in case I ever have to do that which I pray I never have to.

[@earlsmithers8987]

Believe it or not ky jelly is the best lube for these small tires.

[@rubyrosemurraylee8177]

You need to put soap on the tires before putting it on the rims and never use a screwdriver to put the tires on because if you brake the bead of the tire you won’t be able to keep your tires up with air and I suggest to you the next time you have to get a tire fixed on your car at the tire place pay attention to how they put tires on the rim and have a wonderful weekend

[@philwarner6604]

I just mounted new Hi Run tires like those you used and I put the sticker side of both to the inside and then realized that this put the lines around the tread on the inside on one tire and on the outside on the other and the tread is angling toward the left rear as seen from the top on both tires. I have searched the net to see if the tread direction matters and can't find anything to say which way they should be or whether the lines on the tread should go to the inside or the outside or what the lines mean. I see that your tires have the tread going the same way as mine on both sides; Anyone know it it really makes any difference? Seems like the tread should be angled the opposite direction on the two sides, but maybe it doesn't matter.

[@jimputnam2044]

What Robert said. Have changed a lot of tires, lube is a must.

[@4thtrucking]

shouldm have used some of your soap to make rubber slide onto rim easier

[@martinbenton742]

Tires and girlfriends. Lubrication is your friend. My Dad called those c-clips, Jesus clips. Everytime he used a screwdriver to get them off, they would spring into the great beyond. He'd say, Jesus, now where did it go?

[@sweetlovetiger]

Just put some muscle into try not swear when you smack you knuckles. 😂 You got something to look forward to and that is when you change the other 4 tires.

[@aministratorgeneral.9298]

looks like the second one is a quadbike tyre, you got a monster truck now...

[@RonWoods-ro1yd]

Lt 2500 craftsman ,how to remove rear wheel

[@prestonkerr4421]

Snap ring pliers

[@peacehavenpointe1454]

Mr. James, did you use a cage, they are dangerous without! We had a big scare on the ceiling, where one ( split rim ) came off and went threw the rolled up shop door and scared the ceiling, as always REMEMBER JESUS LOVES YOU 🙏 .

[@beechwood619]

Take the core out of the valve, it's easier to inflate.

[@thomase6751]

Try using soapy water

[@ericgauvin8326]

I would like to know how to take the freaking plastic cap off first!

[@selador11]

Wait. You don't have valve stems just hanging around? What kind of farmer are you? =0) Should be right next to the baling wire and the vise grips.

[@SSLFamilyDad]

Lol, I do now!

[@lukebecker1959]

That doesn't make any sense to have 2 holes in one wheel

[@josekanucee1428]

Luke Becker the two holes are for a wheel/pulley puller set if the wheel is rusted permanently to the axel shaft.