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David Brown

04-03-2000 22:13:06




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Hello, I own a JD210 with "turf saver" tires with chains. I have a lot of "topography" on my property, and it seems no matter what I do the rear wheels slip. Any helpful hints? I've heard of water or calcium in tires, is this applicable to garden tractors? Thanks.




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Jim S.

04-06-2000 06:21:38




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 Re: Garden Tractor Traction in reply to David Brown, 04-03-2000 22:13:06  
1.) Please do not use calcium in yer tires...you will regret it when you replace the rims...even tubes will not stop the rust-out that will come. I have examples of this at home now from others. Instead, use CAR ANTIFREEZE, which has rust-inhibiting properties so that the solution will not rust yer rims even if it leaks in or on them. A gallon should do both yer tires, two if you want to be safe (it doesn't have to be 50/50 in the tires to work). Always use tubes when fluid filling.

2.) The Milton Co. makes an adapter that allows a garden hose to be attached to a tire valve. Go to a good parts place and get one, or order it. You can use a short length of old hose with a funnel on it to put in the antifreeze, then hook to your garden hose for the water.

Start out with the tire flat, valve stem up and valve out of stem, and the tractor on the ground, then raise it slowly with a jack as you fill with antifreeze. The water pressure from yer faucet will be sufficient to fill the rest of the way when you get to that stage. Top off with air if needed after reinstalling the valve into the stem.

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jim

04-04-2000 20:02:24




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 Re: Garden Tractor Traction in reply to David Brown, 04-03-2000 22:13:06  
OK, my 2 cents worth. Your best bet is to get a set of Firestone ag type tires, then get a set or 2 of wheel weights. If you need any more traction than that, it is too dangerous for a garden tractor to be in. Also rememberm these are NOT farm tractors and the more weight you put on the rear end the more long term wear you will put on the axles and rear ends. I know everyone else has posted all the things they have done with good luck, but de careful how much weight you put there.

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Dennis

04-04-2000 19:02:50




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 Re: Garden Tractor Traction in reply to David Brown, 04-03-2000 22:13:06  
I had the same problem. To correct it I used water in the tires,and got a set of tire chains from a semi-truck,which was easy since I drive one.These chains will never wear out and give the best possible traction and footing. The width is good but you will have to cut to length.



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Bill

04-04-2000 12:12:11




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 Re: Garden Tractor Traction in reply to David Brown, 04-03-2000 22:13:06  
I've had the rear tires loaded on my 1965 Sears garden tractor since day one. Works great, but remember to use tubes if you load the tires as it will rust out the rims if used tubeless.



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SMB

04-04-2000 10:23:06




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 Re: Garden Tractor Traction in reply to David Brown, 04-03-2000 22:13:06  
Don't get Carlisle tires! They don't last long at all. Try to get a Armstrong or Goodyear. My Armstrongs have lasted 15 years, and my Goodyear tires are the oringinals on an OLD MF 7.



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steve

04-04-2000 08:57:59




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 Re: Garden Tractor Traction in reply to David Brown, 04-03-2000 22:13:06  
you fellas need to invest in ag tires. no more slipping guaranteed (except in ice where you'll still need chains).

check out the carlisle tire website.

steve



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steve from mo - I have that problem, too!

04-04-2000 07:01:28




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 Re: Garden Tractor Traction in reply to David Brown, 04-03-2000 22:13:06  
I use the JD wheel weights and chains, and my own hefty carcass to hold the rear of mine down. I still have traction problems sometimes. You can stack a couple of those rear wheel weights by using longer bolts. You can also put car windshield washer solution into the tubeless rear tires by breaking the bead on one side, pouring the solution into the tire, then reseating and reinflating the tire.

Each piece of equipment has kind of a window of usefulness. If your ground is too loose or your grass is too wet and slick, or like my place, just too hilly, then you have the wrong piece of equipment. I can't really use a dozer to clear my driveway so I just have to be extra careful.

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