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Tire Tubes for skid steer tires, how to buy the right ones
skid steer tire tubes
are available in many different tire sizes but not all tire sizes
each tube may fit up to four or more tire sizes
there is a real lack of tire tube information available
so we would like to give you a quick break down
on skid steer tire tubes
as well as the dos and don'ts when buying tubes for
skid steer tires
do install a tire tube to prevent rim leaks
installing tubes may help in preventing the tire bead from
popping off the wheel
some tires are tube
type which means you have to install a tube
tubes may help with air loss due to cold temperatures
always install new tubes in new tires
old tubes stretch out and grow over time
it's okay to install radial tubes in bias tires
always check the tire for foreign material
before installing a tube
don't install oversize tubes
they will crease and fail
don't install undersized tubes, the valve stem will rip from the tube
don't install a tube in a tire with sidewall cracking
and don't install a tube to try and fix anything larger than a pin sized hole
never install used tubes
in new tires
old tubes will stretch out and grow
never install bias tubes
in radial tires
skid steers are used for many different jobs on the worksite
it's a good idea to install a tube with a metal bolt on tr218 valve stem
verses the standard rubber stem
the reason being these machines often work in tight areas, often brushing up against
curbs and sharp objects
that will rip the tire tube stem right off the rim
it's always best to call a specialty tire expert and ask for help when buying
tire tubes
you want to make sure you buy the right tube
for your application
our tube experts are here to help
call ken jones tires
at 1-877-844-2010 today!