How to Prevent Tire Repairs in the Field - 5 tips to be aware of!

 Your farm is definitely bound to have many tires, from the one on your tractors, trucks, lawnmowers, ATVs, wheelbarrows, trailers, yard carts, and more! And any of those tires might blow up at any time. However, replacing a tire is costly and bringing one in for repair is inconvenient. So, how do you maintain your tires in good shape? Here are a few pointers to avoid tire failure in the field.

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Tire Sealant

Are you interested in preventing flat tires for two years? Tire sealant should be used for this purpose. The tire sealant is basically a bright green, viscous substance that covers the interior of agriculture tires. It can also be used to plug punctures. The sealant also helps to halt those annoying slow leaks. Wondering how it does that? Well, take a moment to imagine blowing a balloon. When you tie the balloon up, you are bound to accidentally let out some of the air, which will whoosh out from the neck of this balloon. Sealant uses the same principle. When a tire gets a sudden puncture, all the air in the tire starts to flow out. While this happens, it will pull tire sealant towards the punctured hole. Due to the non-corrosive characteristics of tire sealant, it is safe to keep it within your tire for up to two years. Sealant is a must to have for all agricultural enthusiasts since it is simple to apply and is ecologically beneficial. For more information, you can follow up with a reputable manufacturer like GRI Tires.

Patches and Tubes

With a new tube or a patch kit, you may extend the life of your older tires. There are tubes that are the same size as lawn and garden tools and are already pre-installed with the sealant inside! They provide additional puncture protection for your tires that lasts for 2 years. If the cut on your tire is too big to be repaired using sealant, you may patch the tire instead. Patching a tire is simple and may be done in a short amount of time to have your tire back in working condition. 

Proper Inflation

Check your tire pressure at least once a month and top it off as required to ensure that your machine is operating at optimum performance levels. A tire gauge and a transportable tire inflator can make it simple to change the air pressure in your tires no matter where your systems are functioning. Look for repair items that have a tough casing and long-lasting features that can endure the rigours of daily usage on your farm. 

Alignment 

Wheel alignment issues are a frequent cause of uneven tire wear, but these are easily corrected. This may be expensive, not only in terms of changing the tires but also in terms of fuel economy.

When the tire rubber has been pushed sideways onto the wheels that are not parallel to the road, always remember that the road is the least forgiving. The first sign of this will be the wearing pattern found on the edges of your front tires, which will be obvious. 

If these symptoms are detected early enough, it may be possible to swap the tires from one side to another, which will extend the life of the tires. It is possible to prevent this from occurring again by adjusting the tracking - a task that is very easy to verify and modify on your own. However, it may be beneficial to consult the operator's handbook for your tractor beforehand. If you've misplaced it, your dealership may be able to assist you in recovering it. 

The information provided here is broad in nature, although it is applicable to the vast majority of present tractors. 


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