How To Seat The Beads on a New Riding Lawn Mower Tractor Tire

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  • Опубликовано: 31 янв 2025

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  • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
    @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  4 года назад +3

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  • @marcusmartinez4728
    @marcusmartinez4728 4 года назад +28

    Sweet thank you for this! I’m 20 years old trying to fix my families lawn mower tire and with this I finally got it up and driving!

  • @jchiodo97
    @jchiodo97 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks, worked like a charm on my John Deere 2038R!

  • @MrMnmn911
    @MrMnmn911 3 года назад +7

    _AWESOME!_ Thanks Steve. My lawn tractor had 1 tire that was completly flat this morning, and wouldn't keep any air in because it had separated from the rim. I was so bummed out until I found this video. This worked in like 1 minute. Thank you!

  • @briangblack
    @briangblack 5 лет назад +15

    Pounded my head on the wall for 2 hours with a small tire that I could not get to seat and the rope trick worked in about 30 seconds. Thanks for the video. A+

  • @homergrogan8839
    @homergrogan8839 4 года назад +4

    I don't do alot of commenting on videos, but i thought i would say thank you for this trick. I've been on a tire for an hour now with no luck, and the rope trick came in like a champ!

  • @dutchray8880
    @dutchray8880 26 дней назад +1

    Thanks, I've been using tie-down straps and bungee cords on my lawn equipment tires, but this will be simpler and faster. Just tonight, I was looking online for pneumatic bead expanders like my father had. I expected them to cost a few bucks, but they're well over $100.

  • @torstenbrunke4026
    @torstenbrunke4026 2 года назад +1

    I always visit this chanel when I have some issues with my small engines. And there are plenty of them.
    But today was the first time I couldn't fix it with Steve's help.
    Keep on going. Sometimes I watch only for fun because it's a great chanel.

  • @davidharrison6814
    @davidharrison6814 9 месяцев назад +1

    Steve, your videos are always extremely helpful. Here's a tip I discovered...
    The front tires on my Kubota compact tractor would go flat after about a week and I found that air was escaping around the rim. Twice, I took care to ensure the rims were clean of all grease, dirt, etc., and inflated properly but still leaked. Not wanting to spend $30 + for bead sealant, I sprayed some CRC belt conditioner on the outer edge of the tires and have held air for six months now. This also worked on my trailer spare.

  • @Mainuh
    @Mainuh 5 месяцев назад +1

    Great tip, Steve! I’ve used a ratchet strap in the past for motorcycle and golf cart tires, but the rope trick is so simple in comparison. Sometimes with real stiff walled tires I’ve removed the valve and used a rubber tipped nozzle on the air to fill faster and seat a difficult bead.

  • @dezyrussell5954
    @dezyrussell5954 4 года назад +2

    I rarely ever comment on videos, but i have to say thank you to Steve, worked like a charm in no time. The tire I used was so disformed and nothing but round and with the pump running, simultaneously rotate the tire and push the middle tread in with my thumbs, it filled right up. Thanks again Steve! And all the people making bad comments, probably dont know what side of the screwdriver to use anyway. Dont listen to them hoss. Great video.

    • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
      @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  4 года назад +2

      You're Welcome...and Thank You...

    • @lonnieisbell5852
      @lonnieisbell5852 2 года назад

      @@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Not to dig a vid up from the past but I had the same problem as the original poster. Used a motorcycle strap and was done in minutes. Thanks!

  • @ericsimon1630
    @ericsimon1630 5 лет назад +1

    I was a bit skeptical when you started with the Busch, but the trick worked liked an f-ing charm ! Thanks, I had been jerking around for 1/2 hour trying to seat the tire with no success prior to watching the video.

  • @breeze787
    @breeze787 5 лет назад +1

    I had a wheel barrow wheel that was leaking air around the rim. It would go flat in about 3 minutes. I cleaned up the area around the rim of the wheel that was cRusty and attempted to put the tire back on. The temperatures dropped over here and the bead did not want to seat being so ridged from the cold. So I used fire and that worked beautifully except I couldn't get the air into the tire soon enough so the bead would back off becuz the air would contract and broke the seal once again. But I also noticed the tire was pretty warm and malleable. So I wondered and went back to using your method using a rachet strap instead of rope and to my delight it sealed it well enough for me to put air into it and confetti was flying everywhere. (meaning I was successful and actually this whole scenario just played out just last night)
    I've actually been using your method for decades. It's very very handy. Thanks for putting this up!

  • @rlvtrader
    @rlvtrader 3 года назад +1

    Man, you saved me again. Your channel is gold. The tire on my riding mower went flat and the bead was unseated from one side. I attached ratchet straps to the edge that was unseated with some tension and BAM it allowed the bead to be seated. Now I can mow while I wait for the replacement tire to come in.

  • @paulterbrack7567
    @paulterbrack7567 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for the tip. I used a ratchet strap and a bike pump. Worked perfectly first try

  • @dashjeffreys6998
    @dashjeffreys6998 3 года назад +2

    I have to say thanks!! 2022, February.....we're in the middle of the biggest snow this season and my snowthrower had a flat! I got it fixed thanks to you my friend.

  • @alanlevine3984
    @alanlevine3984 4 года назад +1

    My front tire came off rim today and I used a bungee cord to get the bead to hold. Your tip was great just 3 hours late. I'm pooped. Hardest part was jacking up the mower. Thanks for all the great tips. Have a great werk.

  • @coreyghayes
    @coreyghayes 3 года назад +2

    Genius. And it works. I've been fighting with the bead on a hand truck tire for two days. This worked on the first try.

  • @keithreeves567
    @keithreeves567 2 года назад +1

    Thank you. I spent 2 hours trying to get mine to seat. I finally realized someone on RUclips had to know an easier way or "trick" to do this. Your help was invaluable and again thanxs for taking the time to share your knowledge

  • @eddiewebb7025
    @eddiewebb7025 2 года назад +3

    That is a really neat trick you have. Thank you.

  • @scottsowles4532
    @scottsowles4532 9 месяцев назад +1

    I watched your video and used a ratchet strap instead of rope and I worked awesome! Your video was a life saver!!

  • @ronaldwexler8570
    @ronaldwexler8570 4 года назад +3

    Thanks for the advice on the new tire. I have used that method for a long time. I also put a small bead of grease around the rim to make the tire grip the rim a bit better. It works for me.

  • @guidoitaliano7722
    @guidoitaliano7722 Год назад +1

    Wow, you probably just saved my life. I was gonna do the “ether” method that I seen on RUclips. I’ve been watching your videos I said you know what trust in this guy🙏

  • @billmalec
    @billmalec 5 месяцев назад +1

    Just did a 12" tire using a tie down strap and a metal rod... With a tire that's sat around for a year and wasn't close to sealing up on its own. Worked perfectly first try!
    Oh, clean up the wheel rim so you get a good seal.

  • @Funsho97
    @Funsho97 10 месяцев назад +1

    This was extremely helpful, I had to do this with one of my riding mower's front tire and it works!!! I sprayed some soapy water on the tire at the bead and that helped to seat the bead to the rim.

  • @wk845
    @wk845 3 года назад +1

    I used a ratchet strap and your technique worked great on a tire that had gone flat enough to break the beads. The tire was on a push leaf blower only used for a few weeks each fall. I was prepping it for the upcoming season. Unfortunately, I learned why the tire went so flat- a small split in the tread. Oh well, learning was achieved! Thank you. Your videos are well done.

  • @Rey_M
    @Rey_M 10 месяцев назад +2

    You're the man. You sir just saved me $65. Can't thank you enough!

  • @patrickpiper4891
    @patrickpiper4891 3 года назад +2

    You my friend are Bad Ass. You're advice on seeding the tire was fantastic. Thank you

  • @ksdavey1
    @ksdavey1 6 лет назад +4

    I have been fighting with this issue on small tires for years. This is so simple and effective. Thanks Steve

  • @seanobrien5520
    @seanobrien5520 Год назад +3

    Brilliant, worked perfectly

  • @johnwebb8196
    @johnwebb8196 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks Steve. It worked I had to use 2 rachet straps side by side about 3 inches apart. Your the man

  • @karengrady8996
    @karengrady8996 2 года назад +1

    Wow, that's an awesome tip! I grew up on a tire shop, and then married a tire shop... and I thought ether was the only solution!

  • @josephcoughlan8408
    @josephcoughlan8408 3 года назад +1

    Thanks Steve for the tip on the tire and the rope, it worked like a charm.

  • @darek2249
    @darek2249 3 года назад +3

    Thank you. I got two same tires to fix and at tire place they quoted me $60!

  • @petemoss9693
    @petemoss9693 5 лет назад +2

    I have this problem with my snow thrower tires which the tires are away from the wheel and not filling up with air -
    now looking at this video of yours I am going to give this a try using the rope method - sure hope it works like your
    tire did - thanks for this tip .

  • @IJoeSimmonsI
    @IJoeSimmonsI 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you. Your tip saved me. I tried for an hour with my knees and hands to set the bead and the rope trick worked great!

  • @skyeagle3123
    @skyeagle3123 2 года назад +1

    Watching your video got my attention when seeing the beer going on tells all , What do I mean I always trust a man who drinks a good cold beer cheers, Keep the good work up

  • @irvinworkman9744
    @irvinworkman9744 4 года назад +1

    Dude thank you so much, I have been racking my brain for two days with these new tires. I’ll try this first thing tomorrow.

  • @wabitt11
    @wabitt11 Год назад +1

    Very smart! I did the same thing yesterday with an old belt. Just pulled it as tight as I could. Luckily I didn't have to take the tire off to fill it.

  • @TheSblu
    @TheSblu 4 года назад +1

    The KISS method! Keep It Simple Stupid! Works every time. There’s enough detail to understand and not too much to confuse. Doesn’t hurt that it’s set up and edited well. From one Steve to another GOOD JOB!

  • @georux6783
    @georux6783 5 лет назад +5

    Before my computer even "went to sleep", with your brilliant technique, got it done and mounted in a few minutes. Snowmobile trailer ready to go. Thanks!! Awesome vid. Time for a beer!

  • @richardsmack3436
    @richardsmack3436 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you Sir! Direct and to the point is very much appreciated! Keep up the great work!

  • @howardcissell6592
    @howardcissell6592 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for this video Steve. Saved me another trip.

  • @michaeltaylor9354
    @michaeltaylor9354 4 года назад

    I am glad that you showed me how to do the tire inflations with a string and strew driver. Because I generally take my lawnmower tires to a tire shop. Now I can do it myself. Thank you so much 👍🏽👍🏽

    • @CBRHurricane6
      @CBRHurricane6 4 года назад +1

      Didnt work. Always a gap for the air to blow by

  • @TheChrisricciardi
    @TheChrisricciardi 6 лет назад +3

    Great videos Steve! What a pain it is to remove and replace tires. I would add that sometimes it helps to remove the valve stem needle to initially seat the bead, I even use a simple blow gun with a rubber nozzle on the valve stem to get the pressure needed. Once it seats add the needle valve back in and inflate. Good luck guys!

  • @9251finley1
    @9251finley1 2 года назад +1

    Thanks the tip on using the rope. I was able to get both to seal and inflate.

  • @edwardhamer4041
    @edwardhamer4041 2 года назад +1

    What a great tip! I was skeptical that it would work that well, but man that seated my tire in no time!!! Thanks for the video!!!!

  • @clubdetennisdolbeau-mistas5971
    @clubdetennisdolbeau-mistas5971 6 лет назад +3

    Gee. That's So simple. You've got all the tricks of the trade. Keep them coming, Steve.

  • @dgriffin6074
    @dgriffin6074 2 года назад +1

    Steve, your tips are ingenious. It looks like the rope tip should work nicely with the tire on the improvised chainsaw wrench-vice tire change tip you showed on the tube replacement video.

  • @happytime1012
    @happytime1012 Год назад +1

    Kick ass. The ratchet strap works great. Just watch out when u release the ratchet. Little to much air. Came back n bit me. Tires full of air. Thanks!!

  • @AndrewSavy
    @AndrewSavy 4 года назад +1

    I came here looking for a solution and I found one. Looks nice and simple and I'll give it a go this weekend. Thanks very much. 👍

  • @dp5383
    @dp5383 4 года назад +1

    Ok.... this is genius. I just found my snowblower tire is off its bead and, with this method, I don't even have to take the wheel off the blower! Thanks Steve!

    • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
      @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  4 года назад +2

      Glad it helped!

    • @dp5383
      @dp5383 4 года назад

      @@StevesSmallEngineSaloon It did! Just got it done in time for the snow storm this weekend!

  • @mxfern12
    @mxfern12 2 года назад +2

    Wise knowledge to the rescue, thanks a lot, have learned many things from your channel!!!

  • @neilmccolman8208
    @neilmccolman8208 7 лет назад +1

    Thanks Steve ! And that method works well on car tires as well,as I found out just now when I dragged my car out of a snowbank, sideways, and popped the inside of one tire bead off. [ The back side of mag wheels often don't have a very secure seat on the tire at the best of times.] I used your rope method and it worked awesome ! !

  • @andrewgaudet4031
    @andrewgaudet4031 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for the video. You helped me get the grass cut today. 👍

  • @projectlonewolf8674
    @projectlonewolf8674 2 года назад +2

    OMG I've been taking this to the tire shop every time and they hate me for taking these small cheap Chinese tires can't wait to try it on my girls small ATV thanks

  • @bwagenberg
    @bwagenberg 4 года назад +2

    We love your big tricks and small ones equally.

  • @tincanboat
    @tincanboat 2 года назад +2

    thanks for reminding me of this trick. I had forgotten it.

  • @viktoreisfeld9470
    @viktoreisfeld9470 Год назад +1

    Great job, Stever! I thought I was going to have to set it with starter fluid or something like that!

  • @Wookstar27
    @Wookstar27 Год назад +1

    You're a legend mate, I was able to fixe my mower tire because of this video!
    Many thanks!

  • @doglegjake6788
    @doglegjake6788 6 лет назад +1

    that trick works awesome ,, have you ever tried starting fluid to pop the bead ?

    • @StevesSmallEngineSaloon
      @StevesSmallEngineSaloon  6 лет назад +2

      Works great, however I cant endorse that method on my channel because of the safety factors.....

  • @markwilliams26
    @markwilliams26 3 года назад +1

    This trick worked great! Thank you!

  • @keithbaugher4873
    @keithbaugher4873 2 года назад +2

    I would have never thought of that. THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH!!

  • @jakemustian99
    @jakemustian99 3 года назад

    personally i like the starter fluid trick i have a air hose end that locks to the stem so that when i light the starter fluid and the beads are set i am automatically filling the tire with air has worked for me on a 6 inch lawnmower tire and a 72 inch wheel loader tire

  • @jonwhite7073
    @jonwhite7073 4 года назад +1

    Just pure magic! Thanks for this video, really saved me time and money.

  • @NorthForkDetecting
    @NorthForkDetecting 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks! I was going crazy trying to figure this out.

  • @davescott8043
    @davescott8043 Год назад +1

    Well I'll be. It worked! You're awesome Steve!

  • @anthonycoppa9089
    @anthonycoppa9089 Год назад +1

    Your procedure worked! Thank you! 👍

  • @tecnaman9097
    @tecnaman9097 6 лет назад

    This is only if you have an air compressor. Try taking out the valve and giving it the full blast. That mostly works, especially on small mower tyres. If it doesn't, go for the rope trick! . I see Canadians spell tyre with an 'i" too. Another great tip.Cheers

  • @Sctronic209
    @Sctronic209 3 года назад +3

    Tried that method on a new tire no go it did bring it close enough. Had to use break cleaner and a torch. Set it instantly. A lot of these new tires are compressed for shipping and the sidewall sags terribly.

  • @owenkilgour7477
    @owenkilgour7477 3 года назад +1

    Legend! Worked first time. Thanks a lot.

  • @mattclary2069
    @mattclary2069 5 лет назад +2

    Holy crap! Thanks Steve!!!

  • @brycehanson6750
    @brycehanson6750 Год назад +1

    Worked perfectly Thanks Steve

  • @wayneallen904
    @wayneallen904 6 лет назад +3

    Dude you're videos have changed everything I thought I knew

  • @19551ed
    @19551ed 3 года назад +1

    Once again. You saved the day! Many Thamks!!

  • @dedomv11
    @dedomv11 Год назад +1

    This only works if your bead is pretty close to the rim. I just bought new tires and the bead is about two and a half inches away from the rim. I'm having to put the tire on a stand and jump on the rim to seat one side and then pull the tire to The other side by hand to help it come closer to the rim. It's a major pain.

  • @rodrigoalanis3553
    @rodrigoalanis3553 2 года назад +1

    Thanks a lot for the vid and advice. It worked like a charm. On the first try !!!

  • @jondovkap
    @jondovkap 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for how to seat a tire. Very helpful...

  • @johntompkins147
    @johntompkins147 6 лет назад +1

    Steve, I enjoy your videos very much. I have 3 ideas for videos. 1.using the (oregon electric bench stone type grinders to sharpen the cutters on the chain.2. Sharpening carbide chain saw teeth. 3 sharpening the chain to do rip cuts. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge with us.

  • @JGFowler121
    @JGFowler121 2 года назад +1

    Awesome lesson, excellent training video 🥇

  • @anneliesef6638
    @anneliesef6638 4 года назад +2

    I told my husband to do this but he didn't believe me when I said that my dad did it this way. He had to see you do it before he believed me. Glad I found your video.!
    I need to change my push movers carburetor (I think) is that hard to do if you're not a mechanic?

    • @Gutslinger
      @Gutslinger 3 года назад

      I know this comment is old, but it's not hard to do at all. I'm sure you could find videos on it.

  • @LawrenceMarks27
    @LawrenceMarks27 Год назад +1

    You're my hero man, thank you!

  • @kenstaring6257
    @kenstaring6257 6 лет назад +1

    Steve, It"s almost like ESP. I just got a new tire and wahla you show me how to install it. Thanks a bunch.

  • @justforyouenjoi
    @justforyouenjoi 3 года назад

    Thanks for the info! Helped me with my new mower tires.

  • @arthilliker3721
    @arthilliker3721 3 года назад +1

    Been doing it this way for years !! I always use a little soapy water to keep 'er lubricated though. Goes in easier .... try it !!

  • @Snaproll47518
    @Snaproll47518 10 месяцев назад +1

    Worked great! Thanks for the tip.

  • @TurtleSoupGuy42069
    @TurtleSoupGuy42069 6 месяцев назад +1

    Worked great for me! Thank you !

  • @mikevalente4484
    @mikevalente4484 5 лет назад +1

    Hi Steve that is so great and thank you so much. I did that but now after a few days the tire looses the air not sure where? If you any suggestion thank you in advance. Mike here from Ontario Innifil

  • @mikewright9285
    @mikewright9285 2 года назад +2

    Best seating the bead video. Ty. One video a man tried to light carb cleaner.

  • @dennyabel8613
    @dennyabel8613 2 года назад +1

    Do you have any videos about how to remove and replace the tires on a John Deere riding mower? Mine is an E150.

  • @interestingstories1838
    @interestingstories1838 3 года назад +1

    Worked like a charm!
    Thanks Steve!

  • @megaloogy
    @megaloogy 4 года назад +6

    That technique works pretty well but I think the starter fluid and a lighter is much more fun!

  • @jparra4766
    @jparra4766 6 лет назад +1

    I remember having to do this on my utility trailer. Did it exactly like you did. Thanks for the reminder. Good job.

  • @lancemcallister8248
    @lancemcallister8248 3 года назад +1

    You are the hecking man..thank you so much sir..made my day..hope ye having a good one 👍

  • @CallMeGussie
    @CallMeGussie 3 года назад +3

    I was this close to figuring it out on my own when I got so frustrated I went to RUclips 😅 thanks, bud.

  • @michellegore8878
    @michellegore8878 3 года назад +1

    Thanks! You just saved me a bunch of frustration

  • @chrisdurocher9688
    @chrisdurocher9688 4 года назад +2

    Worked like a charm, my friend. Thank you!

  • @bobsmithson2219
    @bobsmithson2219 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you - big shout out to Steve for the great tip. Worked perfectly!!

  • @JackstandJohnny
    @JackstandJohnny 3 года назад +1

    Dude, you're tha man. I love your videos.

  • @jeffzahnd
    @jeffzahnd 3 года назад

    Gotta love RUclips helpers 👍🏼👍🏼