OK, last night I did something I have never done in my life, I went against
the wisdom of this list! 8>)
A few days ago I asked about filling tires with insulated foam to create a
hard tire.
I got a bunch of feedback, all of which stated that it isn't recommended.
After checking many links, and getting the same, WAY TO EXPENSIVE option, I
decided to try it and see. If it doesn't work, I can cut the tires off and
try again.
Well, I can't believe how perfect it came out! The tires feel as if they
are filled to exactly the correct presure of air. Here is what I did and
some cavats...
Cavats, I did 4 wheels. 2 for a heavy duty mower deck, and 2 for a York
Rake. Neither of these wheels are drive or steering and basicly just hold
the implement off the ground. I doubt the weight of either these wheels is
over 50 lbs.
Next, this is a MESSY affair. The spray foam gets everywhere (and doesn't
come off your hands easy.)
Here is what I did. I removed the valve stem and cleaned the tire and rim
up.
Then I drilled 4 holes in the outside of the tire, just big enough to force
the foam can stem into. (each at 90 degrees from each other.)
Then I added the foam a little at a time to each hole. It took alot more
foam then I thought to fill 4 X 8" tires.
Now, I don't know how long they will last, but for the $6 I spent on the
foam, it's well worth it if I get 1 season out of them! 8>)
Moose
"We all know we're dying, And there's no sign of a parachute."
Tori Amos
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