Inflating tractor tire with water ballast

   / Inflating tractor tire with water ballast #31  
Later yet response. IF the liquid ballast is calcium chloride, then the "correct" water level will be ABOVE the Schrader valve and covering all of the internal rim. If the air level is upon the metal rim, rust will happen sooner rather than later. With beet juice, washer fluid, and antifreeze, you can set the level to suit your need, BUT it is best to leave about 10% volume with the air cushion to avoid bursting a tire on hard impacts. I jack the tire off the ground, put the Schrader at the top and liquid fill just until the fluid is at the valve opening, then replace the core and air up. I no longer use calcium chloride.

prs
 

Tractor & Equipment Auctions

2025 AGT QK16R Mini-Excavator with Dozer Blade & Hydraulic Thumb (New/Unused) (A59225)
2025 AGT QK16R...
Deere 350G LC (A53317)
Deere 350G LC (A53317)
2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Crew Cab Pickup Truck (A56858)
2019 Ford F-150...
PALLETS OF HEAVYEQUIPMENT (A58214)
PALLETS OF...
NEW HOLLAND 706 30 INCH 3PT DIRT SCOOP (A57024)
NEW HOLLAND 706 30...
LOT: (2) Rolling Nut & Bolt Carts w/Bins & Contents (A59076)
LOT: (2) Rolling...
 
Top