MT1601D need front wheels

[bigcheese]

I am trying to find new 4 lug 12" wheels or used ones in good shape. I welded up the ones I have 5 years ago, but they are cracking again, only worse. The tire size is 5-12 if anyone has them.

 

[PILOON]

I discovered that all rims are made to an SAE spec.

As such 4 lug 12" is very similar to trailer wheels so I'd suggest you try a trailer supply or even an auto parts.

On my MT180D I was quoted $400 for one rim.
I purchased on the net a set of rear rider mower rims and tires for a mere $45 per pair (new surplus) that I have been running for about 150 hours without any problem.
(Mine are 5 bolt pattern)

 

[bigcheese]

I have already checked trailer wheels, and they are narrower centers on the bolt pattern and the center hole is too small to clear the axle stub.

 

[Lucky1]

I had the same problem on a SATOH BUCK, I took the rims to an old blacksmith he cut the center oval out, traced it on flat steel drilled the holes from the patern and cut the flat pcs. the same as the oval. The blacksmith them welded the oval in to the rim. I painted the rims put the tire back on. The wheels are much stronger then new and look just as good. Oh by the way I think he charged me eight or twelve dollars to do both front wheels. Have a nice day.

 

[bigcheese]

I guess my first problem is going to be finding a blacksmith around here. I guess nobody just sells these wheels.

 

[Lucky1]

JUST FIND SOMEONE WHO IS A DECENT WELDER IT'SNOT THAT HARD.

 

[oliver28472]

Right. Surely there is a local metal fab shop or repair shop.