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MF240 Water in Tyres

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Zimmy1

10-26-2007 10:25:24




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Since I purchased my 2nd hand MF240 several years ago it has always had water in the back tyres - presumably to provide better traction. Is this a good idea? Some of our Vineyards are on slopes of up to about 30 degrees. Also, some of our implements cause the front wheels to "float" a little when driving uphill, even with two weights. Would it be a good idea to fill the front tyres with water as well or would this place too much strain on the steering mechanism? Thanks.

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135 Fan

10-26-2007 10:50:30




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 Re: MF240 Water in Tyres in reply to Zimmy1, 10-26-2007 10:25:24  
Tires are usually filled with calcium chloride and water which doesn't freeze and is heavier than just water. Many people on here don't like calcium because if it leaks it will corrode the rims rapidly. There are a bunch of other fluids that people have used. Calcium is the heaviest though. Yes, fluid in the front tires will help. When fluid is added to tires the tires need to have the same amount put in each side so it doesn't cause an unequal weight distribution that would increase a chance of roll over on the side of a hill. As long as the tires are filled equally there is no problem. Filled tires can gain quite a bit more traction. Dave

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Zimmy1

10-26-2007 11:26:22




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 Re: MF240 Water in Tyres in reply to 135 Fan, 10-26-2007 10:50:30  
Dave - Many thanks for the useful tips.



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