Tires Filling rear tires

[Larry11]

I'm thinking of filling my rear tires on my Kubota B3030 with Rim Guard. Has anyone used this product and how does it workout?

 

[headleyj]

I'm thinking of filling my rear tires on my Kubota B3030 with Rim Guard. Has anyone used this product and how does it workout?

got it in mine, no issues thus far. Only been in there for 4 months or so though. I just liked it cause it wasn't methanol (flammable) and if I did pop a tire it's biodegradeable. It was actually a touch cheaper iirc in my area when compared to methanol or calcium chloride....didn't go with that for obvious rust concerns

 

[Travelover]

Do a search on Rimguard. It and alternatives have been discussed many times.

 

[k0ua]

Maybe not all but most people would consider Rimguard the first choice for tire ballast due to its being non-toxic (although I heard it does stink, if you have a leak.) bio-degradable, non-flamable . Non corrosive and weight more than water. Downsides if any, are must be dealer applied and higher price than some alternatives. I used RV antifreeze, (propylene glycol) and put it in myself, but the cost is more than most people pay for Rimguard applied by the dealer.. I just could not find a nearby dealer.

James K0UA

 

[AStanton]

I've also got a B3030 and I used Rimguard to load the tires. I've been happy with the results; I can carry 600+ lbs in the bucket with no need for rear ballast. However, if I were to do it again, I would have the rear tires foam-filled. With foam-filled tires you can run over nails and never worry about maintaining air pressure. With tires filled with Rimguard, you still have to check air pressure and use a special air gage. Regular gages get messed up from the juice of the Rimguard. Plus when checking the pressure on a Rimguard tire, I rotate the wheel so the tire valve is up. This prevents leakage of Rimguard. In short, in my opinion, liquid-filled tires are one big hassle. I can't wait for the day when I get the rears foam-filled.

 

[JimP]

I put Rimguard in the B2410 and in the L5240, 50% fill both times. Improved stability and loader capacity in both tractors. Both tractors use R4s so I never had a puncture problem. AStanton is right, liquid filled tires require a special gauge (mine was <$10) and checking with tire valve above liquid level. IMHO liquid filled tires aren't a hassle.

 

[20 20]

I just did a thread on this topics and got lots of great advice. I ended up using washer fluid and it does make a difference.

 

[bstrom]

I put Rimguard in the B2410 and in the L5240, 50% fill both times. Improved stability and loader capacity in both tractors. Both tractors use R4s so I never had a puncture problem. AStanton is right, liquid filled tires require a special gauge (mine was <$10) and checking with tire valve above liquid level. IMHO liquid filled tires aren't a hassle.

Just wondering where you got your gauge as I have already ruined one even with the valves up? Rimguard will clog up a gauge quick and its very sticky when it dries.

Otherwise it's good stuff, supposed to be heavier then some other things and no worries about contaminating soil if the the tires or valves leak and I have had one valve leak some already.

 

[AStanton]

Got the gage from Napa Auto Parts. They call it a liquid and air gage. Cost me about $8.00.

 

[gerard]

I have it in mine and I just kicked myself for waiting so long before getting it done. Great for stability, traction, and loader work. Only cost me $200 and well worth it.