Machines | How to Change a front tire on a Craftsman Tractor (15X6.00-6)
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This video shows how to change the front tire on most craftsman and many other brand name tractors. I avoided too much editing to show you how it can be done with a solid effort and how much patience it takes sometimes. It is a Carlilse 15X6.00-6 tire. Tools: 2 flat head screw drivers, Air compressor up to 100psi Valve stem tool/kit Soap/water 8inch clamp with wood blocks Patience (lots of it) pliers and ratchet strap/belt Thanks for watching. Disclaimer Due to factors beyond the control of Alex S "Multikhaz", it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. Alex S "Multikhaz" assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Alex S "Multikhaz" recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Alex S "Multikhaz" no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Alex S "Multikhaz".
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I always add tubs when I change out tires
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This was useful. The only problem I'm having now is with the two rubber caps, they seemed to have shrink and would not go in, bummer!
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Awesome! The soapy water/ratchet strap technique worked like a champ! Thanks!
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I think I'd take it to a garage and spend the $10 to have it installed.
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Thank you for this video. I did exactly as you instructed and it worked great.
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Good video, I work on riding mowers and liked the idea of using a C clamp and boards. I use a small tire changer but your idea definitely works. One thing I have to say Alex is to be extremely careful when inflating the tire using a ratcheting clamp. Many dealers sell cheap straps that can break during the inflation period and injure you if the mechanism snaps off. I speak from prior experience in this.
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Try not taking such a big bite when removing the tire and u won't scratch your rim all up
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cas
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Helpful video. Just completed changing the front tires on the old Craftsman. Most helpful tips were the soapy water and using a C-clamp to break the bead (I left the wheels on the spindles not wanting to spend the extra labor to take them off). One extra little tip that I invented on my own: I left the Schrader valve out after tightening the ratchet strap. Then I used my rubber tipped air nozzle pressed to the valve stem to seat the bead. Then holding the opening shut with my thumb I quickly re-inserted the Schrader valve and tightened it in.
BTW, you may have seen or heard about seating the bead by igniting a dousing of starter fluid inside the tire causing a modest explosion that forces the bead to seat. I tried that three times even varying the wait time for fumes to accumulate, and all I could do was just burn and not explode the fumes. Very dangerous actually. Had a charged water hose handy. Afterwards I thought about using a modest amount of propane from an unlit torch, but this method with the ratchet strap, soapy water and a rubber-tipped air hose is much safer! I wouldn't recommend the explosion method. Do as I say not as I do :) -
Oh, for tire tools / spoons, to work the tire off the rim, take a trip to Harbor Freight as they have some that are dirt cheap that are strong and work great. Steel, 24" long with bent spoon on one end and a hook spoon on the other. They were $7.99 earlier but now only $4.00 each. How can you go wrong spending $8.00 on 2 of these, plus use one of their 20% discount coupons for even less cost.
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To break down the bead on these small lawn and garden tires (see 4:00 minutes on this video) I have found the best / simplest way is to just STAND ON IT with 2 feet on the rubber side walls, straddling the metal rim, and gravity plus my 225 lbs. breaks the bead easily, without the tedious time consuming use of c-clamps and wood blocks.
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Boring a 1/4 to 3/8 hole in the wood blocks to place the clamp ends in should help prevent the clamp from slipping. A spade bit should work.
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When you put the rim in the new tire, insted grave the tire and live the rim on the floor and is way much easier.
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what a bunch of BS I bent my rims
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Thanks man
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Thanks for the video, I changed the same size tire as in this video (it was punctured) with some refresher watching of the video during the process, particularly putting the new tire on the rim - the second seal was harder than the first but I made it. Very grateful for the video without which I may not have completed this exercise!!
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Great video...the tip about releasing a little of the pressure once the bead is set, before releasing the ratchet is a fantastic safety tip.
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Helpful video.
Some of the worst cussin' fit I ever had was wrestlin' mower tires off and on.
I do have to say it makes me cringe to see you leverage that tire against the rim with a screwdriver. Any scratch at all on that rim and you've got a leaker for life.
I have yet to find a satisfactory set of affordable spoons for changing smaller tires like this. Hard to justify the cost of tools if you only do one or two tires though.
Never thought of using the C-clamp. I'll definitely try that.
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so Why take the wheel off the mower then fight to keep it in one place? its mounted on an holder just block it off so you control the spin on it and go to town removing the rubber from the rim. use plenty of soap. I can take a bike tire off a rim without tools but its a lot larger diameter and thinner tire to deal with. as long as you have clearance to work the tools and can lock the steering and tire in place this should make the job a lot simpler. it also should save you a bit of time. Hey its just an idea. Also I've seen truckers use starting fluid to re seat tires to the rims but this is dangerous don't do it unless you know what you're doing. makes a loud pop and flame. Look it up.