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Changing Tires on TE-20

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mjmsmg

03-27-2007 18:47:25




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My 53 TE20came with an extra set of turf tires. I'd like to install these instead of my loaded farm tires so I don't sink into my lawn.

I have a 2 1/2 ton jack that I use for my cars and was thinking about placing that jack on a piece of 12"x12" wood block to increase the lift height. I'd place the jack under the axle and lift one side at a time.

Any thoughts or other suggestions?

Thanks

Mike

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phil(va)

03-30-2007 19:57:09




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to mjmsmg, 03-27-2007 18:47:25  
Lots of good advice. One thing to add: make sure no children or pets are roaming about.



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C.T. in Va.

03-28-2007 18:13:55




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to mjmsmg, 03-27-2007 18:47:25  
I don't see any reason why your idea will not work.Just make sure the wood to jack and the wood to tractor is very stable and won't kick out when raised.Saftey is always the # 1 priority.Raise your tractor until it is barely off the ground so the tire being remove can be removed.Use your jack to either raise or lower the tractor very slowly,that way you don't have to manhandle the tire being installed as much.Most likely you will have to rotate the tires forwards or backwards to align the lugs.REMEMBER,WORK SAFELY,WE DON'T NEED ANOTHER STAT.

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Jim in OH

03-28-2007 05:57:34




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to mjmsmg, 03-27-2007 18:47:25  
Mike, the answers have been a little vague, I think , because it is not clear (at least to me) if your Turf tires are already mounted on rims or not.... and if your question is about swapping the tires from and to your present rims, or just changing out tires with rims... by the comments, I conclude Bob, Mike and John are thinking that they are not yet mounted. IF this is correct (the tires are not mounted), then John's advice of getting a second set of rims, in my opinion, is spot on...

HOwever, my first impression when reading the post, was that this was possibly your first time handling heavy loaded tires, and you were asking advise about that... (This can be tricky and dangerous.)

Please clarify.. and we can go from there.. Jim

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mjmsmg

03-28-2007 12:46:32




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to Jim in OH, 03-28-2007 05:57:34  
Good questions guys as to whether the turf tires on on rims. The answer is yes, they are already on rims. Believe me I'd be calling in the experts to install them on to rims!

The question is what do I need to do to raise the tractor to remove the existing loaded tire/rim and install the turf tire/rim?

I also understand that the loaded tires are very heavy and care needs to be taken in handling them. That is why I'm asking advice from this knowledgeable forum.

Thanks

Mike

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Jim in OH

03-28-2007 13:02:11




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to mjmsmg, 03-28-2007 12:46:32  
Hi Mike.. That is what I suspected... anyway, jacking the tractor one wheel at a time at the rear axle (about where the fender support flanges are) is acceptable.. Be sure to block the tractor from rolling even if you are using the brake lock. I don't know if you are changing just the rims or the wheel centers also, but the procedure is about the same. Break the nuts loose before you take all of the weight off the wheel.. and impact wrench may be necessary or a long bar. After loosening.. jack the wheel just high enough to take the tractor weight off the wheel.. you want the tire still touching the ground.... carefully remove the six nuts (either the wheel center or the rim). I don't recommend that you do this by yourself!! Even if you can do it alone, you need someone that can call 911 if you are wrong!! the wheel can be jockied off the bolts by rocking and twisting, but KEEP THE WHEEL VERTICAL and be ready to get out of the way if you don't!!!

I have removed mine many times and reversed them too... Getting the bolts to line up is a little tricky and will probably require releasing the brake and rotating the axle...

Be safe!! they are heavy! and could hurt you!!

JIm

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mike a. tenn.

03-28-2007 14:56:37




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to Jim in OH, 03-28-2007 13:02:11  
good advice jim...'specially the part about having help. you're gonna hafta move that loaded tire somewhere and having two people to steady it while you roll it makes it a whole lot safer. if you have my luck doing it alone, something will jump out in front of you that you'll hafta move outta the way and...then whatcha gonna do? you don't really wanna lay that thing down and go move something, and come back and try and pick it back up. have a good plan set up about where you're going with it before you take it off, and clear a path. (voice of experience)-mike

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mike a. tenn.

03-28-2007 06:02:39




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to Jim in OH, 03-28-2007 05:57:34  
oh...good catch jim! i missed that part about the tires being loaded. YES! very heavy and very dangerous. make SURE you knopw what you're dealing with before doing anything with them.

-mike



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John (TR)

03-28-2007 05:07:02




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to mjmsmg, 03-27-2007 18:47:25  
Look for another set of rims to have the extra tires mounted on.



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Bob in AZ

03-27-2007 22:50:25




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to mjmsmg, 03-27-2007 18:47:25  
I should have added .... this would be a good time to remove the drums and check the brakes while the wheels are off . On cars I used to take some 80 or 100 grit sandpaper ( not critical ) and sand the glaze off the linings and inside drum surfaces real good , blow out the dust , adjust the brakes and your old beast will stop again .... Hopefully !! you wont find any oil leaks , but if you do its not a real big deal . SureSeals will fix you up . Axles come right out without too much trouble .

AZ Bob

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mike a. tenn.

03-28-2007 03:42:44




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to Bob in AZ, 03-27-2007 22:50:25  
*NOTE! if you DO pull the axles to replace seals, jack up both sides of the rear end before you pull the axles out. by the way, if you're gonna change the tires yourself using tire changing tools, you don't HAVE to take the wheels off the tractor...it CAN be done with them on and can even be easier to do this way if you can break the bead.

-mike



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Bob in AZ

03-27-2007 22:34:57




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 Re: Changing Tires on TE-20 in reply to mjmsmg, 03-27-2007 18:47:25  
That should work just fine Mike , those tractors are not as heavy as they look . Put the tractor on a level area , block the opposite rear wheel on the front and rear side of tire so tractor CANNOT roll . Dont think by putting it in gear it wont roll bcause it will , do to the way the differential works . Just be careful and use a jackstand under it in case the hydraulic jack leaks down . Since you"ve jacked up cars this is probably old hat to you ... but be careful . I dont envy you changing the tires though ....are you doing it yourself or farming that part of the job out ? I"ve never changed tractor tires , maybe its not as hard as it looks ?

AZ Bob

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Indiana Jones

03-28-2007 18:00:06




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 Re: It's always been a pita in reply to Bob in AZ, 03-27-2007 22:34:57  
at least on the ones I've changed. I've done them both on and off tractor. Not just replaced tube but tire as well. I never had to deal with calcium, though. Let's just say that it has always been a good thing that the kids were never around to hear...if you know what I mean. Nowadays, if it must be done, I gladly pay someone to do it.



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