491ton
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What different fluids can be used for ballast?
Ballast Tire ballast types
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motownbrowne
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RV antifreeze, windshield wiper fluid, calcium chloride solution, beet juice (rimguard), and probably maple syrup or anything else that won't freeze where you live. So probably Jack Daniels too.
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What's in yours? Where is it parked?
PILOON
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LOL,--- Jack Daniels as well---
but watch out for the pot heads as they will siphon it and you'll find your tractor with 2 flats!
but watch out for the pot heads as they will siphon it and you'll find your tractor with 2 flats!
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At about $100 / gallon, Jack would not be my first choice for tire ballast but, it is my first choice for Rick ballast. ;-)
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roadhunter
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Why would a pot head steal whiskey from your tractor tires?
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Nor should a siphon be necessary. Just a core tool and a pint cup.
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Both my tractor's tires are filled with calcium. Good to go down to minus 40 degrees.
Never a single problem,exept for a leaking valve corroding the rim.
All those tires have a inner tube.
In my opinionm ballast is a must for serious tractor work. Traction and balance beeing part of the equation.
Never a single problem,exept for a leaking valve corroding the rim.
All those tires have a inner tube.
In my opinionm ballast is a must for serious tractor work. Traction and balance beeing part of the equation.
k0ua
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Methanol aka Methyl Alcohol is also a common fill. Usually mixed with water to some degree. Methanol is the active anti-freeze ingredient in Windshield Washer Fluid.
