1949 JD M rims

CharlesG · Apr 14, 2023

I have a new to me 1948 JD M that I am going to put new tires on. I have done this myself before but on steel rims. Are there any tricks for doing it on cast iron rims that I need to know before starting? I sure don t want to break one of them. TIA
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Mark Poss · Apr 15, 2023

I never heard of cast iron rims. Usually the wheels are cast iron.

CharlesG · Apr 15, 2023

The rims on the front are cast iron with no lug nuts. The wheel bearings and castle nuts hold the rims on the spindles.

CharlesG · Apr 15, 2023

Hopefully photos of rims and hubcaps.

mr.precision · Apr 16, 2023

Had new front tires put on my '49 Model M a few months ago. Local tire shop did it while I watched. Didn't see any issue with the cast iron wheel. Be sure you clean and re-grease the bearings. Mine were full of rust but cleaned up just fine.

Leroy · Apr 16, 2023

There are other make tractors that I think also used cast iron Front wheels.

CharlesG · Apr 16, 2023

Tire off of one rim. Wire brush and paint next.

Watthour · Apr 24, 2023

I'm right behind you. My '48 needs front tubes, and I suspect both wheels will need a little refinishing once they are taken apart.

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