(quoted from post at 18:10:08 08/28/18)
(quoted from post at 17:14:35 08/28/18) Well the guy I got my 8N from was really proud that the rear wheels were filled with water. He wouldn't be so proud if he saw what I saw today. I can sandblast and weld repair the rims on the inside and no one will ever see it and the outside will look perfect. My question is can I put tubes in the new 12X28 tires. The old tires were tubeless. We have everything from a JD7610 to a 9n Ford on the farm and not one has water in the wheels. I guess there is a purpose for it but I`ll never do it.
First off, no one puts plain water in tires. Whether or not one loads the tires depends on what one does with the tractor. Loading the tires is done to improve traction and for weight. I have an 8N and a MF202 Workbull. Both tractors have front end loaders on them and both have loaded rear tires. My 8N even has 250# weights on the inside of each rim for more weight.
When you use a front loader, you want those rear wheels to stay on the ground or you will have no steering. My MF202 even has loaded front tires on it.
If you try to pull a stump or something similar, you would appreciate loaded tires. Getting those big lugged rear tires spinning will quickly just dig your rear end down into the dirt.
There is nothing wrong with loading your tires as long as you keep them inspected for any leaks. Leaks will cause rust.
