Tires unloading tires

kybota · Feb 10, 2005

Several recent threads about loading tires, but I need advice on unloading tires, for two reasons.

First, not thinking clearly, I ordered my new tractor with the tires loaded with anti-freeze (because I had seen what calcium can do to a rim). But, now I find myself terrified that I will get a puncture and our dog or someone else's pet will be killed by the resultant puddle before I notice the leak. I should have asked for calcium for the peace of mind.

Secondly, I think I could use the extra weight I'd get with calcium. I'm amazed at the ease with which I spin my wheels (R1) even with the FEL and box scraper on.

Another concern, after reading the recent threads on loaded tires is that mine are not filled sufficiently or evenly, as one side vents air with the valve stem at about 10 o'clock postion.

So, presently I'm thinking about draining them until I can get the calcium or beet juice in them, but there would appear to be many gallons of anti-freeze in these. Anyone know if they can they be diluted sufficiently (in a plastic kids pool, for example) to be disposed of safely in a gravel driveway. Or is this stuff too toxic to be released that way. If I could find away to put it into containers, is it something a gas station or tire shop would be willing to dispose of?

I'm really kicking myself for this boneheaded decision. Three of my neighbors had a total of four dogs get killed by anti-freeze poisoning a few months ago, but they said they thought it was deliberate and not accidental. Either way, I don't want this stuff in my tires anymore.

Killer_B · Feb 10, 2005

Kybota,

What about all that deadly poison in your tractor's engine and radiator that can also leak out? How about your cars? How about all your neighbors’ cars, tractors, motorcycles, etc?

I know this is not your question, but I'm not so sure that draining your tractor's tires of anti-freeze will truly do much to lessen the overall danger to your neighborhood pets.

But the concern is noble.

Rim guard can only come from a dealer. My guess is that just about any tractor dealer has the ability to remove and properly dispose of the anti-freeze.

Good luck.

kybota · Feb 10, 2005

( What about all that deadly poison in your tractor's engine and radiator that can also leak out? How about your cars? How about all your neighbors’ cars, tractors, motorcycles, etc?
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Tire punctures are much more common than the above hazards. If and when the rain ever stops, I have backfilling and grading of a new home to complete, and there are nails EVERYWHERE around my new home. There is a very high probability of a puncture. Probably should complete this task before filling with anything. Can't believe I didn't figure this out before I had the antifreeze put in those tires.

( My guess is that just about any tractor dealer has the ability to remove and properly dispose of the anti-freeze.)

My Kubota dealer isn't. When I took the flat front tire to them for to get a tube, he said they aren't set up for tire removal or service and that I had to take it to a tire shop down the road. They also told me they hauled it to a shop elsewhere to have my tires filled.

Indydirtfarmer · Feb 10, 2005

When you pump it out of the tires, don't try to dispose of it yourself. I'd recommend contacting a radiator repair shop. They routinely deal with disposal (recycling) anti-freeze. I see you're in Kentucky. What part? I'm in Louisville. I live with-in 10 minutes of a "Roppels Radiator Repair" and about 20 minutes from "Se-Cliff Radiator" Either one would most likely welcome that much "good" anti-freeze. Put it in plastic barrels, and find a place to recover it LEGALLY! /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

If you're with-in striking distance of Louisville, send me a PM, and I'll contact one of those shops I've mentioned. At that point, we'll determine what, if any cost you might encounter. /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

JeffSpencer · Feb 10, 2005

Kybota,

I would definitely invest in a large magnet that you could drag around BY HAND before you go driving over all those nails. The magnet will pick up most of them.

kybota · Feb 10, 2005

Thanks for the suggestion Indy, I live in Shelby County and work in Louisville. I didn't think about the radiator shop. I'll give them a call.

Paddy · Feb 10, 2005

Here's how I did it. Get a can of Fix-a-flat. cut off the tube/end. When you thread her on she will start to 'tinkle'. You will have to put a little air along the way, but it will drain right down to the lowest point.

Now, you are probaly at the greatest risk of exposure of spilling while draning than if you left it in. You could park in gravel and any leak would just dissapear

JayC · Feb 10, 2005

If you have that many nails and such around, you might consider getting your tires filled with foam. It is quite heavy and your tires would be puncture proof.