Fluid in tires..

[Ken B 3,164]

I'd like too add some ballast in my rear tires for my 702. It has ags on it and if I decide too push snow with it I'd rather not use chains. If the snow is too heavy I'll use my other tractor thats chained up. Whats the preferred fluid? Calcium isn't an option. How long does washer fluid last before it loses it ability to not freeze? If it only lasts a few yrs. I'd rather not use washer fluid. Thanks for any ideas.

[Kelly 1,029]

Some guys use beat juice, also called rim guard, not sure if washer fluid ever will freeze

[Jim_M 178]

I get used anti freeze from the Jiffy Lube down the road from me. It's nice and clean, won't promote rust or degrade rubber and the best part of is it's free.

[Rollerman 290]

I've used washer fluid & haven't had any problems with freezeing.

I keep my tractor in an unheated garage & the coldest temps I see are in the -10 range.

RV Anti Freeze is another option too, it's not as hazardous as the engine cooling variety.

[WHC-125 4]

Whatever you do dont forget if you use water and antifreeze put tubes in the tires.

[Rollerman 290]

Whatever you do dont forget if you use water and antifreeze put tubes in the tires.

I actually prefer to do mine tubeless.

Just seperate the bead a little & pour in what you need then reinflate.

Just keep in mind to check the air pressure at the top....tire pressure gauges don't like any thing but air.

[W9JAB 156]

:notworthy:

I like to use vodka, you can drink it

in the spring and nothing beats the

taste of aged rubber and carbon black!

:thumbs:

[KC9KAS 4,741]

The "old time" green antifreeze will cause corrosion on your wheels , and it is also deadly to animals. It is sweet smelling & tasting, and a small amount will kill a dog or cat.

I know the newer enviro-friendly antifreeze is safe for animals, but I haven't had any experience with it and don't know about the corrosion.

Stick to the windsheild washer fluid! :notworthy:

[Ken B 3,164]

Thanks for all the suggestions guys. On most of the tractors I've owned I've only used cast iron weights. I don't have any at the moment, and I don't wanna pay for any. I do think fluid filled tires get better traction because the weight of the fluid is right at the bottom of the tire. Yrs back I had a Horse with Calcium loaded tires with inner tubes and that tractor was unstoppable!

Roller man: How long has the washer fluid been in your tires? I did help a friend put 4 gallons of washer fluid in each tire on his C-141 a few months ago, but I've heard that washer fluid looses its strength in a yr or two. The last thing I want is a big chunk of ice in the tire. I'll probably go the washer fluid route because it does seem to be the cheapest option and hope for the best.

[Gerry w 2]

Beet juice!! Non poisonous, doesn't rust or cause rust, doesn't freeze, and eco friendly!!

[Rollerman 290]

Roller man: How long has the washer fluid been in your tires? I did help a friend put 4 gallons of washer fluid in each tire on his C-141 a few months ago, but I've heard that washer fluid looses its strength in a yr or two. The last thing I want is a big chunk of ice in the tire. I'll probably go the washer fluid route because it does seem to be the cheapest option and hope for the best.

Going on 5 seasons now Ken.

[rickv1957 72]

RV antifreeze should work,Rick

[sodbuster 1]

I have used antifreeze mixed 50/50 for quite some time.no problems at all!!

[Rod(NASNUT) 1]

I think we had this talk last year :notworthy:

[Ken B 3,164]

:thumbs: I wasn't here last yr. I searched the FAQ's and there was nothing in there. Am I the first guy to ask a question more than once? :notworthy:

[Rod(NASNUT) 1]

No Ken you are not the first guy to ask a question more than once. I will try to find the post from last year :notworthy:

[Ken B 3,164]

Don't spend too much time looking for that thread because I'm gonna go with RV anti freeze, but thanks.

[big mike 13]

My two choices have been Rim-Guard and RV anti freeze and both work very well,are non coorosive and non toxic.It has been said that the alcohol in windshield washer fluid can attack the rubber after a while.

I have some old green anti freeze but the toxicity of it scared me off.

Calcium chloride?.......not with a gun to my head!

I have also heard recently that dish soap will lower the freezing point of water low enough to use it without issue.......I would try it in a plastic jar before I dumpit into my tires.

[Coadster32 793]

I keep my tractor in an unheated garage & the coldest temps I see are in the 110 range.

110 the coldest!! Dam, I aint a gonna move there..

(I know, just a typo, but I couldn't resist) :notworthy:

[oldredrider 2,548]

I know where beet juice comes from, but where do you acquire/purchase/obtain it?

[dscott2000 1]

I have actually seen my neighbor use USED motor oil. Im not sure if this is recommended.. But, it seems to work just fine.

[GlenPettit 1,716]

Sugar Beet Juice or "Rim-guard" (Google it, to find out a whole lot more).

A source for Rim-guard: Call any local Tire Installer and they can tell you, (or should be able to, but it may be a competitor, so they may not), Truck Tire Dealers would know

[KC9KAS 4,741]

I just read an article about the "Rim-Guard", and it said it is 30% heavier than water, so it is 10.34 pounds per gallon.

I didn't locate a dealer in my area just yet, but I'm looking!