Upgrade power wheel tire: Get better traction! DIY

[@tedlover7012]

I tried this out on a child’s bumper car and it worked great! The original wheels got virtually no traction and only worked in one room of the house (and even then it needed a push to get started). It was so frustrating! I followed your instructions, except I used adhesive instead of screws and it now works perfectly! I’m a 59 year old woman and I was so pleased with myself! Hahaha Thanks so much for sharing this!!!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

I love this! That’s what ours was doing and every 3 mins the kids wanted a push. That’s when I started to dig around the garage to see what I had. At the time I was not thinking adhesive but I will say I also didn’t have any adhesive. That’s awesome that you made it happen. I’m proud of you too! I’m going to try the adhesive on the next ine

[@yemi0]

Please what type of adhesive did you use? If you can provide the name. Thanks

[@tedlover7012]

@@yemi0 It's a rubber glue I bought on Amazon for $10. After two years it's still going strong! I tried to post a link to it twice on here, but, for some reason, I can't. It's Sdintar brand "Instant Adhesive Rubber Special Adhesive" - I hope that helps!

[@terryjones6494]

The sound of the bike tire getting cut!!!! Awesome video. Thanks for sharing

[@libertywagon3197]

Your child is actually learning problem solving thanks to you! You're awesome! Cheers!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Thank you !!

[@larrymcmurrin2441]

If you cut the tire at a 45 degree angle, this may avoid the thump of the right angle seam. You can try Auto Weather Strip adhesive. Its a yellow adhesive that will dry flexible and should bond to both surfaces. Excellent reuse of materials.

[@fyremanjef]

This saved me so much money! the Commentary from your camera person was awesome. Nice bracelet. Back the blue!

[@omarbarnes9142]

shes such a good camera operator and narrator. Lol too cute. Thanks for the DIY.

[@MrJeepinZeke]

Mom getting it done! Grew up with just my moms around and the moments like this are some of the best memories. This is a great mod too. I’m wanting to upgrade the motor and gearing in my kids so more grip will be nice.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Awl thank you for your comment. I hope my kids remember theses days

[@kingju1ius]

You want to upgrade you kids for better grip? 😂

[@solonepeon5805]

Wow I just picked up the craftsmans powerwheel car at a huge discount & was looking for a way to protect the tires & now saw this method. Thanks for the tip & now I gotta go find bike tires lol.

[@djnew9216]

I just found ur video. I have been playing with these power wheels for my 3 yr old, he started @ 2 yrs old. I built him a custom monster truck. Its frkn awesome. Ive never seen any videos. I got tired of him getting stuck spinning, so i had old lawnmower tires that i cut the tread off one inch below outside, looks like low profile tires aand covered the entire tire. Unbelievable. What made me do it is i atarted putting my 20v dewalt batteries in. It is unbelievably fast and last. Its the thicker batteries not the slim. Awesome video

[@eurodance]

You are awesome! Great parenting and role model! Great video.

[@thedeucetone]

Great job! Nice to see a moms doing this. I personally would use an adhesive the screws will rust and possible strip etc but hey there's always a learning curve. Gave me a great idea 👍, thanks

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Thank you! I few of you guys have said that so I have anther tractor I am definitely going to try the Adhesive on this time. But I will say so far the old tiers and screws are holding up, my kids ride this thing all the time. The one tier does move a little once in a while seams more on cold days. For stuff I had around the house tho it was a score for mom! lol!!

[@marylouhamilton6273]

Great to see another role model for the girls, I have supplied my daughter with tools as soon as she was able to use them. Now she has quite a nice collection of Bosch power tools

[@shaunmcgowan827]

I used hex head self-tapping screws into the plastic and did not over torque them and they work great they're actually extra little knobbies. They've been on one of my power wheels for over a few years. If rust does accumulate on them as soon as they take it down the street they're shiny again

[@JTA1961]

Sounds like someone likes sniffin glue... 🤪😉

[@jeffsmathers3007]

Very nice

[@dfores5602]

This is great thank you! Wife and I were just talking about how to extend the life our kids electric vehicles!

[@the_kombinator]

Try this on pavement and after repeated stops from 2nd gear, you'll destroy the gearset in the motor assemblies.

[@chrisspelhaug37]

Did this to my daughters jeep years ago, for us it wasn't the traction but more for the noise! Stops that plastic rock popping sound instantly. As far as the traction goes, it is great to the point of fault. Her favorite game was going vertical in the ditch and rolling it over backwards, lol

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

thats so funny .

[@TheLineCrusherPVC]

This is a great idea, I’m going to take it a bit farther and use twice the tread per wheel so it doesn’t have the high centers on them.

[@theaterlightman89]

How'd it go? I was gonna go that direction

[@endall6783]

I loved the play by play LOL keep up the good work. In another year when she 's under your auto's hood " FIXING " it no fear it will be done right .

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Lol thanks Endall

[@ABCD-eg5ky]

I used 1 inch course drywall screws. Ride on toy used to slip all the time on my uneven yard. Now works all the time like a charm! These toys should offer rubber wheels as an upgrade.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Veracity I agree!! My kids are still going strong with this trick too. But I would buy rubber wheels and upgrade the gearbox for it!

[@cashmoney1576]

you are a great mom from what I see

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

I keep trying Kids keep it Fun for sure! thanks

[@byronkay]

Thank you so much for this! This is awesome! Fixes the biggest deficiency of this tractor

[@frankiemacias8102]

Awesome! I've been thinking about this for some time now for my little guy. It works great!

[@MrMenace3884]

This is a great mod. I used a hammer style staple gun and its quicker and cheaper than screws.My kids use to get stuck on acorns and grass. Did this about about 2 years ago with doner bikes from the dump and they have held up really well and no issues with motors or gear box.

[@bysonblaze6197]

Anyone who comments how this LADY has done this job , hasent got a power wheels for their child and defo hasent modified it , GOOD JOB girl perfect 👌🏽

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Thank you! Thank you! This was what do I have around me RIGHT NOW so these kids can go ride around. And stop bugging me. So times hunting through the garage is almost as good as planning and ordering parts lol

[@joeym.9868]

Thanks for uploading this video. I did this to both my boys trucks and they rip now!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Awesome!!

[@Silverado1st]

Now that's what I'm talkin bout! Great repair/upgrade idea! Not to mention a mom with skills stepping up to save the day! Awesome job and great video :-) Exactly the info I needed :-) Thank you tons for your time and efforts :-D And just so happens I have an old unused K-mart mountain bike that needs new shoes.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

K-Mart lol

[@bondovwvw]

Use construction adhesive to hold it on and a ratchet strap overnight to keep it in place.

[@wriches]

I'd say screws are better. They look a bit messy but it makes it easier to replace the tyre.

[@nutzy99ify]

@@wriches than your a fool. Use the screws with the glue and strap .nice and solid. Fills the gaps and you get a more even tire

[@AL-xx2dw]

Yes these people miss the point of just using glue only. The screw heads could wear off and remain lodged in the tire. Which is an issue. Also using glue you can get an more even and stronger bond to the tire. Especially where the two ends meet together. You don’t want them overlapping causing a bump every time you roll over it.

[@joeym.9868]

Screws work totally fine. You guys are overthinking the whole thing. It's a 12v power wheel, not a race car. 😂 Chill out

[@culbyj3665]

I agree contrary to what others say, Im actually gonna retro with full tires..

[@bekind5895]

Good work! I was searching for something for my stroller when I came across your video!!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Be Kind thank you. I bet this would work on a stroller to.. lol😉

[@Loids_editz]

Thanks for the tip...going to do this today for my son ! Nice job

[@lyngravel6285]

Thanks!! Attempting this today!

[@probsn]

Just wondering if it still survives... Information out there talks about the engineering of these toys and state the slippage of the tires is necessary to prevent burning the motors up due to the torque. After 2 years how has it held up?

[@eggroll1up918]

The newer models have actually added current limiters, but them old ones will pull current till it smokes. You are correct with your statement.

[@thomasluggiero3413]

I was just thinking about this when watching. If it gets stuck with no wheel spin all that current has to go somewhere.

[@arturomunoz6378]

Just got into this and this is my next project

[@arturomunoz6378]

If it gets stuck it's time to reverse

[@maximusgaming3122]

@@eggroll1up918 New models of power wheels or new aftermarket motors?

[@youtoobmeloob]

i used staples with my pneumatic stapler. seems to be holding up fine. only did the front wheels

[@mrjp2149]

Mom is a beast! Awesome mama bear right there

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Lol thank you! Things we do for our kids

[@hustlaz2k]

u have a very great and talented mother kid! good idea!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Oh thank you!

[@juanpalos6836]

women and tools,,,i luv it..cool idea,great Job!

[@jdirty3460]

Brilliant! Worked like a charm. Thank you!!

[@JoshyMade]

Great idea. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

jpjohnson07 glad to help! my kids are still riding this and I have not done anything else to it. The one wheel the tire moves a little but we just slide it back over little a inch of that when it moves.

[@KiloWattRC]

Good idea. Would you consider using that makita lithium battery for more amp draw for the brushed motor

[@felonebike9859]

Mom of the year!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

lol thanks they keep you busy alright.

[@tylersmallman]

I wonder if painting the plastic wheels with a rubberized paint ( like diy truck bed liner paint ) would have the same effect.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Oh now that would be fun to try

[@tylersmallman]

@@outdoorjunkie2483 hmmmm maybe. It would probably require a few applications and may not adhere that well. I think your approach might be the more pragmatic one

[@Bluecollar_obs_limo]

👍👍👍👍exactly what I was looking for

[@xyznews6178]

Great video. To extend the life I would suggest using washers

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Great Idea. I’m ready to put a new set on so I will definitely try that this time

[@DadHacks]

What do the washers do?

[@ryantoast6035]

Do you think this could work on trash can wheels to make them not so loud?

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Lol I’m trying it! We go through some bike tires in the house.

[@80s9]

Lol hahahahaha I love it great idea thank you both

[@franny5295]

You have no idea what it means to me to see you do this. I'm widowed with a little boy and I've learned some about tools but I had no idea how I was gonna do this and honestly I was scared to death.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Alw that why I kinda made this video because sometime we need to figure things out not done by a Professional but by a mom. And even with what everyone has said here. This 4 wheeler still running with the same tires on it. I think I added two screws over the two years. I have not replace the gearbox and mind you I bought this one used for 40 bucks a yard sale. As mom we solve more problems then we ever intended too.

[@tatethompson2648]

I have a 24v li ion battery pack powering my sons power wheels and it hauls ass. My main concern is that there is absolutely no traction with that amount of power on these power wheels. Especially turning on concrete and the back tires are getting ate up. Now not only does my son ride it, but I ride it too and it's alot of fun. I want to do this but I do not want to destroy the gear box. I've ridden it up and down hills with no problems, still runs strong. I'd def like to do this but still a tad bit worried but I feel like with my riding I would have caused some type of damage to the gear box by now, so I doubt this added traction will harm much.

[@soraya6984]

We modified the wheels on my son’s 24v and have noticed a significant drop in battery life. I’m thinking this is the problem, maybe we messed up the motor.

[@redrighthandarts]

I'm sorry, I couldn't hear you over the sound of your daughter being adorable 😂

[@CustomRcGarage]

Cool car 👍

[@danielgolubski8791]

Great idea! I think adhesive would be better though, the rubber will eventually pull away from the screws and come off the old tire.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

I'll try that next. I have 2 more to do this year. thanks

[@shadowthehedgehog4737]

For power tools, I always recommend having multiple batteries so that you can keep them in rotation from tool to charger.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Andrew Arceneaux I bought a dewalt 2 drill set after this lol

[@MrMush-kp2ye]

Haha that's so awesome n cool. . awesome ideal thank you.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Any time!

[@Eqwipman]

very good idea. I like it.

[@TeamHURSTOLDSRich]

Great job. I want to do all 4 wheels, can 1 mountain bike tire cover 2 wheels?

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Almost, if your wheels are a bit smaller the a 29” wheel tire would yes but not a 26”

[@samanthapowell5882]

Super smart, now replace that battery with a power tool one!

[@adam10532]

What type of screws awesome idea

[@franciscodaza4317]

Excellent video .... Congratulations

[@meandkg]

good work!

[@roystoys3099]

We Used Mountain Bike Tires On My Daughter's Grave Digger PW & It Got Too Much Traction, Popped A 12" Wheelie & Stripped The Gears Out. Now We Use Smoother Road Bike Tires & Run The Screws All The Way Around On Each Tread Lug.

[@BUBBA2792-1]

R Mac no such thing as too much traction

[@braaapdaps6814]

carlos gomez hahahaha

[@soraya6984]

I think we have the traction problem since modifying. My son’s grave digger doesn’t drive as long as it used to with the regular plastic tires (they broke so we added rubber tires for traction). Don’t know what to do about the power dying out so fast

[@roystoys3099]

@@soraya6984 Maybe Your Battery Is Getting A Little Old. Our Older Batteries Run Out Fast Too.

[@soraya6984]

R Mac no, I went back and forth with the battery manufacturer and volts/amps seem to be fine, so now we are considering a motor problem.

[@artishuk]

I thought I'm only guy with this idea I did lol main reason cuz I upgraded to 24v and it's too fast for just plastic wheels and now it's awsome u can even screw in few flat head screws through the tire to help it stay in place ...in my son"s jeep size 12 bike tires fit perfect

[@Duane002]

Great job Mom!!! I would put some more screws on them though. Like at 12-3-6-9 o’clock positions (just to make sure it doesn’t slide around or off the wheel. Might also wanna do the fronts so it will not understeer.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Duane Dalton thanks you for the advice! one is starting to slide I’ll add a screws . I did do all 4 wheels. With using the 29” tires I was able to do all 4 wheels with only two tiers.

[@kylevarble2325]

That is awesome I gotta say your pretty incredible

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Lol. If the kids bug you enough you find away. Always something in the garage you can make something out of. Lol

[@BUBBA2792-1]

Flex tape or flex seal works great too

[@rolandomota4998]

No it doesn't. People on here already tried it. Read the comment if you don't believe me. So cut the bullshit guy.

[@emotionz3]

carlos gomez I mean you could put duct tape on but you’d have to reapply every time the kids take it out...no tape or rubber coating product will last very long compared to vulcanized rubber tires.

[@lincolnwheaty9749]

I haven't watched the video yet but how do you take a Hot Wheels ATV and make it work where you turn the steering wheel right and the wheel goes right not left it goes backwards

[@Jenmillard4]

Just did this and the back tires seem to be doing ok but the front ones keep coming off. I’m not sure if it’s bc they are damaged already or bc those are the wheels that turn with the wheel.

[@richardwatson8822]

I think you done a good job ! . good idea . .

[@chart2006]

It might be better to use strips of neoprene rubber. It'll give you additional traction just not to the extend of what these tires will which would reduce strain on the gear box. Also instead of putting a strip down the middle of the tire put one along the outside edge but glue it on. The current tire uses the inside section of the tire for contact with the road. By moving a strip to the outside, which slopes down, you increase the area of surface contact, increase the overall wheel base lowering its center of gravity, and provide additional traction without messing up the gearbox. That's the theory anyway so haven't tried it yet but it hinges on the idea that both the plastic center of the tire and the neoprene strip are both touching the road.

[@monicaalexandra2057]

did you do this?

[@JakePlisskin12]

Its a power wheels not a top thrill dragster.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

No but after a few years there is plastic tires lose your tread very easy specially if your kids ride them on concrete one summer you can wear that tire down.

[@aaronadkins7406]

Beat it nerd

[@terrivh]

Love it! Great idea

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Thank you! 😊

[@dm3801]

Great video, thanks:)

[@TacticalThib]

Great job mom!!!!!!

[@sealteam608]

Thumbs up great job mom...

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

sealteam 6 thanks! Always trying to make something work !

[@jeremygeorgia4943]

Perhaps, you should have glued it as well. It might stretch & slide off, on the side that wasn't screwed down. Other than that, it looks plenty effective.

[@jbw5485]

How is this holding up? What about the gears stripping out?

[@davidc977]

I was worried if screws would fall out once tread wears off. have you experienced it yet? we have powerwheel going fast pavement and treads are gone..thanks

[@sean.g4516]

Can wee do the other tiyurr lol my favorite part when she's talking the whole time

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

lol always

[@charlesharsha5973]

So if some are saying this is a bad idea what about just putting on mower tires

[@elbertwilhite7458]

Thanks great idea

[@mattjohnson550]

I wonder if super glue or gorilla glue would work to glue it on so your not overlapping the tire and make it bumpy when it's driven 🤔

[@1975vini]

Very good idea , thanks

[@angelsuniverse6021]

Screws didnt come off? No glue need it?

[@ohyeah1359]

Gonna try this with our atv and terex using rubber cement.

[@corysturgis6660]

How are you cutting the bicycle tire? Tried snips with no luck. Thank you

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

I used the scissors That came in my kitchen knife block set

[@dennism103]

The screws by them self work fine, it takes the right kind.

[@teeare2367]

And, what kind would that be?

[@DIYglenn]

Strange that they don't offer a simple solution like this. A tip could be to use vinyl/rubber glue on the center of the tire.

[@rhyansimmons2691]

Great idea

[@adammeade2300]

Well, just so happens I’m also a mountain biker, so I got plenty of old knobbies sitting around!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Lol sometimes you need an idea to use the old tires up. Because it’s to hard to just throw them out. Lol

[@DoniJafarsidiq]

tutorial for installing engine sounds, boss 🙏🙏

[@toolman101476]

I haven't done this mod yet. I keep hearing that it will strip out the gears faster..... more grip means more stress on the gears.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

toolman101476 Iv here that too but it’s been awhile now and our gears are still fine. It’s not likes it an over kill of traction here just enough to medic the bold tire problem

[@culbyj3665]

Good job Mamas

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Thank you!

[@KingWilhelm777]

I put self tapping screws i for studs in my grandsons and it did awesome...

[@PhiAlpha44]

Doesn't that rip the hell out of the grass when it spins the tires?

[@teeare2367]

How did you get rubber to lay flat.? The rubber is maintaining it's curled tire shspe.

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

In the video at 1:15 I showed how to cut that side wall off. If you don’t do that it make the tire want to hold its shape.

[@artishuk]

I did this with my sons jeep when I upgraded to 24v size 12 kids bike tires fit perfect

[@dragonkothant]

what size bike tire you cut in half?

[@matthewplayer8337]

Great idea. 1question, who's kenda nevgals did you steal? Lol those are pricey tires!!!!

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

LOL Right! I asked my husband before I took them lol. He just went tubeless and had these laying around I believe there was a hole in the one too. This project was all about what I had laying around. Its been over a year now and they are still holding up great. One back tire is getting a little loose. But my 45 and 35 pound kids ride it together all the time still.

[@jojocrawford5582]

thank you loved it

[@blue_shadow_wolf4796]

your making it's great i love it i will #subcribe you

[@supraman49]

Nice job, bright ideal! Now with all that traction, does the front end have a tendancy to lift?

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

supraman49 Morgan lol not quite that good of traction

[@HOHOHOMOFOS]

Forget the PW ..... WHAT ABOUT THOSE SCISSORS!!!?????

[@williamwidener4282]

I know right! Reciprocating saws have problems with tires. Those scissor are legit.

[@nogoodcops6557]

They're plain household chicken shears. I prefer tin snips, but those seem to work great and are really cheap.

[@zhunter5670]

That's not a sandwich. Lol. Just playing. Good job Mom.

[@ezranorman5878]

i’m just curious, does your kid ride mainly on the grass or in the driveway and on concrete? and how often are they slamming from forward to reverse. Those put the biggest stress on the gearbox. Thanks for the insight

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Ezra Norman they ride mostly in the grass. Just alittle on street once in awhile. Reverse yes they don’t stop all the time to go backwards but they have a lot of room so they don’t have to use that too often to be honest.

[@Pajasa]

Yes, my kids striped the gearbox on their peg pegaro slamming from reverse to forward. I had to take the rubber off again. It worked a treat at first though.

[@falaseriomesmoai]

Parabéns mulher, gostei de ver...botou a mão na massa!

[@michelewatson7506]

Any ideas how to trouble shoot the steering wheel not turning properly on a Jeep Hurricane ?

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

Michele Watson so we have one of them too, flip it over and see if you can trouble shoot where the drag is. Have someone turn the steering wheel as you’re looking at it. You may just need a Steering Linkage Assembly Part Number: J4394-9010 they are like $8

[@atlantamovers3922]

Wow great idea. How many tires did you use?

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

I used 2 29" tires

[@atlantamovers3922]

Outdoor Junkie Okay thank you. I didn’t want to take the tire off, if I didn’t have enough to to complete the task.

[@LandonWard]

Genius.

[@aaronshensky9385]

Rubberized undercoat works too

[@outdoorjunkie2483]

I'll try that next