Tractor Tire Sidewall Punctured or Cracked? NO PROBLEM!

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2 жыл бұрын

I had a company reach out to me who had developed a patch for tire sidewall repairs asking if I'd like to test it. Absolutely!
It's frustrating when you own any vehicle and get a cut in the side of the tire. It may have plenty of tread left on it but no tire company will touch it for repairs, so you're stuck with buying a new tire and they're not cheap. So, when I found out that GlueTread had been developed using the latest in rubber and adhesive technology, and it might fix some weather cracks I had on a tractor, I was all in.
The company started when the founder was towing a trailer with an ATV and while backing the vehicle into a precarious position, the trailer jack-knifed and punctured the sidewall of a brand new tire, rendering it worthless.
Determined to turn the situation into a positive, he decided to develop a way to repair a sidewall and after extensive research into adhesives and rubber combinations, and developing a relationship with a specialized adhesive manufacturer, the formula was finalized. GlueTread was made available to the public as the first ever solution to external sidewall repair!
Applying GlueTread is simple. Deflate the tire. Clean the area where the slice is, cut a piece of rubber from the kit to cover it, trace around it, sand off the rough edges, and start applying adhesive in drops 1/8" or so apart in rows while smoothing down the rubber. When done, apply more adhesive to any edges where there might be an air leak. Inflate the tire. The tire is fixed and you never took it off the tractor?
GlueTread works on any off road vehicle and is available on Amazon through my affiliate page here: www.amazon.com/shop/tractormike. It's something you might want to have on your workbench for the next time a tire accident happen to get you back in the field quickly.
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@bounce12 2 жыл бұрын

🤔 boy I can’t wait to see a follow up video!!! Thanks!!

@anthonybarnes8500 2 жыл бұрын

I’d like to see how they last after some field use.

@powrguy1696 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting fix. You're right about the availability and price of tires, and those have plenty of meat left on them on your tractor. I'd sand those squared edges down, too, to prevent catching on stuff and snagging to rip them off. Good idea.

@elricm13 2 жыл бұрын

I used one of those sidewall kits on my neighbors razor go cart tire. Worked great!!

@tiltgameover 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this video. I actually used this product on the sidewall of my Front End CASE W20C Wheel Loader. A large tire like your tractor tire. I hope you got commision. I used your direct link to buy it

@allensandven0 Жыл бұрын

Did it work and was it leaking air prior to patching the tire ?

@jeffharrisria 2 жыл бұрын

Putting the patch on is one thing, keeping it on while using your tractor on rough ground is another. Please provide an update after you've had some time to put it through the paces.

@DLTJR1959 2 жыл бұрын

Years ago we used to put in a boot for sidewall cracks on the inside of the tire. Same principle you are using except it's was on the inside versus this one on the outside. Those inside boots lasted a long time. I don't think that an outside patch boot will be long lived. You might get a year out of it but I doubt it. Would like an update. Thanks for the videos Mike. I appreciate them.

@MisfitCafe 4 ай бұрын

Thanks again tractor mike, two videos, two solutions!

@hasan7865 2 жыл бұрын

The glue is super glue! I experimented with it back in 7th grade on a bicycle tire and it worked like a charm.

@HeritageFarmsTexas 2 жыл бұрын

I like it. Very timely. You are in trouble regarding the scissors.

@alloutofdonuts3998 Жыл бұрын

I like those Unijacks! That’s another one of those ‘why didn’t I think of that’ & ‘million dollar ideas’…!

@JeepinMaxx 2 жыл бұрын

Great info on side wall repair! BTW - I've been running the UniJack's on my Jeep for a couple years, use it more than the HiLift (muck safer...) Got a second one for my tractor shed

@kenjett2434 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great product Mike let us know how it holds up with time and use. But as for your next video that may be optimistic as after those scissors being glued I'm afraid when you come back you may be wearing a cast iron frypan hat. Or maybe a new nickname like knothead lol.

@bigt9341 2 жыл бұрын

Like your videos. I hope you can get to the store fast and replace the scissors. Been there and done that.

@rlmillercpa 2 жыл бұрын

Looks promising. I would like to see a follow up video after a couple months of use.

@patrickcorbett8361 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike....now we all want a follow up in about a month to show us how it is ( Or isn't ) holding up ! pc

@waynemurphy7394 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting ! I hope you do a follow up on the long term integrity .

@charlesjones4470 11 ай бұрын

Good job 🚜

@waynephillips2777 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with the wife. That looks like a good product.

@curtwhite876 2 жыл бұрын

Trying to keep a crack from spreading means the adhesive will be under a shear force, which is generally about the worst case. I'm curious to see how well this holds up. It would be great to see a follow-up video on it.

@profdave2861 2 жыл бұрын

Actually, it’s just the opposite. Adhesive joints are strongest in shear (lateral pulling parallel to the adhesive joint). Tension - which is directly pulling the joint apart perpendicular to the overlap - is by far the worst condition for an adhesive joint.

@johnevans6053 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I would think the instructions would call for putting some glue at each end of the crack to prevent the crack from getting any longer. As it is, he is depending on the tensile strength of the patch material to prevent this.

@curtwhite876 2 жыл бұрын

@@profdave2861 pretty sure tension / shear is a don't with regard to adhesive joint design.

@BrawndoTheThirstMutilator 2 жыл бұрын

I recently just bought the kit to keep on my tractor. Ran over a piece of metal out in the field and haven't got a way to get it to the shop. Hoping this will hold long enough for a replacement tire to come in. The deluxe kit on Amazon is 100 bucks but if you buy it from their website its 80 bucks with free 3-4 day shipping.

@clarkansas6590 2 жыл бұрын

Good information

@jaimebanks9432 2 жыл бұрын

Like your jack stand combo. As you letting the air out see the tire has a tube already in it. And looks like both cracks have been patched from the inside already. As others have said be interested to see if these patches stay. Thanks.

@duanepeevey1526 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like it'll work for awhile. Like you said, if it gets you a year or so, you'd be happy. I do tires for a living. Usually tube pushes into crack then gets hole in tube. But it's something the owner can try to add a little life to it. Please follow up when tire fails. Maybe hours on machine. Thanks Mike

@jebova2301 2 жыл бұрын

Love the content and all, but I would really like an update on this one 6-12 months down the road. It may seem great at first(or may be downright great all around), but if it only holds up for a week or two, it sort of loses a little of its luster. If it holds up for months or even years, that would be phenomenal. Here's to hoping it does hold up for quite a while.

@stepitupmorons8704 2 жыл бұрын

thanks again,,, Mike,,

@martybeaudry5747 2 жыл бұрын

will never last the best part of this video is when it's over

@redelfoutdoors9668 2 жыл бұрын

Rubberized spay on undercoating works to. Also a rubber for helping seal beads on tires also works since it rubber.

@MikeOrazzi 2 жыл бұрын

This might be worth a try.

@hawks1394 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on tractor warm up time in summer time my manual says 5 mins for anything over 32 degrees

@stephen3727 2 жыл бұрын

If you could give us an update on that patch repair after about six months of use that would be very useful thank you

@sameoldmphymel 2 жыл бұрын

Those skotch Brite attachments for drills and multitools is great for buffing tires

@Richardson501 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike, I've got a problem, I've had my Long 460 with front end loader for about 4 years. Got it from a bank, didn't do any fluid changes. Few years later, problems popped up in bucket so I did my best to drain hydraulic fluid (which was coffee creamer color due to water.) Well now I have to do it again because of poor operations and grinding gears. With your knowledge with or without a Long 460, can you do a video on were to drain from. I've got to get as much out as possible (about 7 to 10 gallons). Man any help will extend my tractors life.

@TheKaylakakes 2 жыл бұрын

My tire repairman mixed superglue with rubber shavings and filled the cracks. Looks good a year later. Using an epoxy adhesive might even be better.

@dougshrader7721 2 жыл бұрын

Back in the 80s Dad sliced the sidewall in a new rear tire. He replaced it and the dealer sent the damaged tire back to Goodyear for a section repair. It sat in the barn then for 20 years until Dad passed away and I got the tractor ans has it installed on the other rear. Almost immediately the patch began to bulge and after a few years it got so bad I no longer trusted it not to blow and replaced it. If a factory repair failed I'll be amazed if this holds but will await the results

@_AndromedaGalaxy_ 2 жыл бұрын

i sure hope we'll have tractors in heaven lol

@lukey6534 11 ай бұрын

Radial patch on the inside of the trye is a better idea. The pressure of the tube inside the tyre helps hold the patch so it isn't relying on the glue alone.

@martymartin2894 Жыл бұрын

My old tractor has lots of small tiny cracks on the surface where the threads are. I'm just wondering is there a danger of these tyres exploding.

@jimputnam2044 2 жыл бұрын

I want to see a 3month review, I think it will be like the old crazy glue one day just go away . Every thing I use glue on holds just great for about a month and then breaks in too.

@robertjackson9601 2 жыл бұрын

Mike, can you do a video on tractor tires? Road tires should be replaced after 5 years due to age. What recomendations for tractor tires? How about video showing replacement of rear tires with ballast.

@randybeard6040 2 жыл бұрын

They make a much better Rubber Glue-PR40 Rubber Weld 3M: that you can put into the Crack and brush over entire area to be covered by patch, it is a flex form of glue. I believe that Amazon has this Rubber Weld mentioned...

@glennwerst 2 жыл бұрын

Might have to try that........the patch, not gluing the scissors together! 😂😂😂

@williamgaines9784 2 жыл бұрын

I would try FlexSeal before that patching. That combo jack/jackstand looked pretty nifty. A sidewall failure on a low speed vehicle would not be as bad as on an automobile, especially on level ground. Of course the failure will most likely occur when on a hillside under load. 😖 If tires are over 7 years old, it's probably time for new ones, regardless of remaining tread.

@chevyon37s 2 жыл бұрын

Lol Ag tires for the most part the 7 year rule doesn’t apply since often you’re not relying on the rubber compound for grip like a car or motorcycle tire on pavement. I would bet on 99% of farms across the nation there are more than a few tires well over 7 years old that are perfectly serviceable and work every day. In fact on our farm I know of at least half a dozen tires that are more than 15 years old, and perfectly serviceable as they get used every single day and don’t show any signs of cracking or failure. I know the rubber gets hard and deteriorates but they also last longer when old and hard. In fact go to any classic tractor show and you’ll see tires that work just fine that are well over 20 and 30 years old.

@stuartcarrico870 2 жыл бұрын

@@chevyon37s The tires on my little ford are original from 1976…. They are fine. Would not consider replacing unless there’s a catastrophic failure. The front ones, however are toast and while they hold air, they need replacing at some future point, they look terrible lol….

@_AndromedaGalaxy_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@chevyon37s my tractor is 2006 with 475hrs and im pretty sure on its original tires. they still look and feel like new.

@timtwing5886 2 жыл бұрын

@@chevyon37s Ag tires will last a long time but if your doing a lot of roading they won't last as long as one might think.

@floridagunrat1625 2 жыл бұрын

My dad put new tires on the John Deere when I was 17. My dad passed 12 years ago and I'm 58 now. The tires still hold air and work fine!

@bobd. 2 жыл бұрын

Acetone should release those scissors from bondage since that looks to be nothing more than CA glue. At the start of this video I thought you were going to fill those huge cracks in the sidewall with some type of liquid rubber. I think doing both (fill then cap) for those two example cracks would be even stronger. As others have said how long this lasts is what makes or breaks this product. But that will also depend on how each person uses their machine. If I put this on the turf tires of my TC25 which I use only for mowing, it might last along time. But who works their tractor harder than that maybe the longevity is not there. If it buys you some time, like a few months even, maybe it's worth it. If you are out on a trail or a jobsite and need a temp fix to get you home or finish out the day this seems like a good temporary repair. Please give us some updates in a few weeks and months later, even if it's just a sidenote in another video. Also with Winter coming it will be interesting to see ho wit holds up in the cold, that is if you use this tractor during the colder months.

@d.a.ballou9740 2 жыл бұрын

If the adhesive is similar to super glue, you may want to try some nail polish remover on the scissors before you throw them out. It may dissolve the adhesive and save your behind! lol

@davesrepaircom 2 жыл бұрын

Been nice knowin' ya, Mike! Haha

@johnevans6053 2 жыл бұрын

I was just wondering if you inspected the inside of the tire? But if that cracking is due to Sun exposure, I guess the inside would be shielded from that kind of damage.

@tabathaanderson6513 2 жыл бұрын

Sun cracking won’t be that deep. That’s just wear and tear.

@edwinschwartz2472 Жыл бұрын

Typical problem with Goodyear tires any size front or back. They always dry rot before they wear out ! I stopped buying Goodyear tires a long time ago.

@michaelc9128 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if same brand but I had same exact design of jack stand /jack many years ago...not a new concept

@frederickburns1739 2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever heard of section tire repair? It's actually vulcanized a sections of a damaged area. From the video you have another 5 or so years left on it. And a much stronger repair.

@JCWren 2 жыл бұрын

I'm curious how this differs from your basic cyanoacrylate glue. I'm pretty sure that's what this is since they sell an activator to go with it. Maybe the value is in the thick piece of rubber? It'd be interesting to glue a patch on and then see how hard it is to peel off.

@ke6bnl 2 жыл бұрын

I made a patch from a old side wall did this procedure with rubber inhanced CA glue been on my size by side for a year now

@BillTheTractorMan 2 жыл бұрын

That Uni-jack looks neat. I'd really jump on one of those for field repairs, my only concern is about the base. There just is not strong enough bases for field repairing without stacking lumber. Some tractors are too short to stack lumber so then a guy has to dig a hole, stack lumber in the hole, then put the jack on. I don't need something like this in my shop because I already have HD jacks and such.

@ukstd1 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Try wd40 on the scissors. It dissolves super glue and might work on that glue too 👍

@fhuber7507 2 жыл бұрын

Prevention is the best cure. While it's common to leave tractors out in the weather, it is better to store them sheltered from sun and weather.

@_AndromedaGalaxy_ 2 жыл бұрын

yup. 40x60 shop. planning to bring all the implements inside as well.

@4x4Moses 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like Super Glue

@BobsOutdoorActivities 2 жыл бұрын

Good video, very interesting. I will be sure to remember to not use my wife's kitchen scissors hahahahaaha

@TimeAfterTym 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, my question is slightly different. What brand of paint pencil do you use there? And is your paint pencil permanent? Whatever I been using it is not permanent but your seems to be and that’s what I would like to find. Thank you in advance for your Help.

@TractorMike 2 жыл бұрын

It's a Sharpie brand and is pretty permanent, depending on the surface. I think I got it at Wal Mart. I wouldn't be without one of those.

@TimeAfterTym 2 жыл бұрын

@@TractorMike Thank you very much! I am enjoying the benefits of your wisdom concerning torque wrenches and now I am sure I shall enjoy the benefit of your wisdom concerning paint pencils.

@DougBittinger Жыл бұрын

It's been a little over a year now ... how did those patches hold up? Also -- gloves? What are the chances of Mike becoming a permanent part of his tire?

@TractorMike Жыл бұрын

I ended up replacing the tires a couple of months ago. The patches were holding where I used them but there were so many weather cracks I knew a blowout was imminent.

@brucerushing2363 2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully it's still there in a week ! 🤣

@threepointservices-tractor4832 2 жыл бұрын

Your hands naturally have oil’s on them. The subject area on the tire, and the patch should be cleaned with solvent, prior to application of the patch.

@jonathanhudson9189 2 жыл бұрын

Should of glued the little corner on that you cut off and then after setup see how hard it was to get off. To late now as for the glue probably one time use and the little corner is in trash or weeds. Let us know the outcome of the durability of this product.

@alko9065 2 жыл бұрын

So.... would you recommend Goodyear;) That tire looks awfull. And with so much tread left. I guess any tire you can use all the tread is a good tire.

@Flyfish325 2 жыл бұрын

You might try soaking your wife scissors (metal part) in acetone for 10 minutes, works for Superglue. I would have to wear latex gloves or my fingers would all be stuck together. Very cool product!

@eyemanm6045 2 жыл бұрын

I have serious doubts that will hold. please dona follow up video 3 months from now.👍

@ftoole1 2 жыл бұрын

If that only gets another year it’s a waste of money. My case has some bigger spots and I have pushed them and they are still kicking. Maybe in a year I’ll pay the grand or so to replace them.

@MrRBnGA 2 жыл бұрын

Mike try soaking the wife’s scissors in acetone (fingernail polish remover). That may just keep you out of the doghouse…😂😂👍👍

@T_157-40 2 жыл бұрын

Love the Jack - lose the kitchen tool in the weeds and play dumb, lol.

@danielg.1707 3 ай бұрын

As long as you don't put your tractor to work you'll be fine.

@540isilver 2 жыл бұрын

This might be a good atv trail fix, but when it comes to tires I don't cheap out not worth the risk with all the steep hills on my property

@thegreatnorthwoodswithbb6513 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know back in our day we put tubes in the tires🤔 the tires were so bad you could actually see the tube🤣

@QuietRiverBear 2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes it seems like guy can never have enough Harbor Freight scissors.

@davidgaddis4097 2 жыл бұрын

Please show pictures of the patches after 1 month of field work. Show some pictures at 6 months. Thanks.

@thomashanke6750 2 жыл бұрын

That’s Goodyear tractor tires for ya! Will never buy them again.

@nathanialpittman6949 Жыл бұрын

Just get flex seal and make a promotional video.

@anthonytriolo3643 2 жыл бұрын

You can get that vulcanized and will last a life time .What they do get a piece of rubber and fuse it with an electric brander.

@williamdavis8161 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, vulcanized more than 1 rear tire working in my dad's shop years ago. It's worth a try when you have an otherwise good tire . Takes quite a while with the heated clamp to cure.

@stevemartinez6757 2 жыл бұрын

Hmm... I have a couple of tires on my old tractor that need attention. This product just might work.

@oilyragsgarage7200 2 жыл бұрын

I'd just put the scissors back........it will be fine👍🤣

@haraldkoch9717 2 жыл бұрын

Funny

@rottmanthan Жыл бұрын

my tires have tubes, its how i got it. but one tire has a spot like that that i would like to cover.

@Rcol4427 2 жыл бұрын

Look cool, but not with my luck….I’ll just eat it and buy a new tire!

@johnmushko7555 2 жыл бұрын

$25 is a bit much for what you get!

@Insayshabull 2 жыл бұрын

do a follow up ... doesnt seem that will hold up

@michaelgrimes4463 2 жыл бұрын

would it not be better to put it on the inside , more trouble though

@danielg.1707 2 жыл бұрын

I really don't think that's gonna hold up when you put your tractor to work. I just pump some black silicone in there.

@miltonaliff3316 2 жыл бұрын

Put used motor in tire and see if it swell the small stuff shut , works on lawnmowers

@danielb1877 2 жыл бұрын

Lipstick on a pig as they say... Time to get some new tires. Bond could have covered those cracks, too. Does not mean the problem has gone away.

@plainwornout3964 2 жыл бұрын

This stuff looks like a joke. Probably better off doing a thorough cleaning and roughing inside the cracks and then heating to soften the rubber then filling with Flex Seal.

@JoeB-pv8su 2 жыл бұрын

Put some heat on the scissors and they should break loose.

@gillibby 2 жыл бұрын

Alcohol will remove that glue if you hit it soon. Alternatively heat the area with your propane torch to denature the glue and order some more scissors from Amazon.

@farmerjoe1801 2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully it holds for a good while. Also, you might like this: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f56XeNZ_1rW7Y4E.html

@rudygeorgiamulesandcountry1594 2 жыл бұрын

$ 25.oo ..... ?

@sterlingdavidgrasssr 2 жыл бұрын

Do you really think this little patch is going to do the job,That Ole crack still flexes in and out, But time will tell ? See Ya.

@jamesmorrison1884 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's a waste of money. Its putting more money on a bad tire that's on it way out. Just use it till it goes like it is. Have a good day.

@kellyiliketractors4855 2 жыл бұрын

50 more patches and you’ll have a new tire. It will be interesting to see how they hold up over time. Go get your wife a new pair of scissors right away.

@jefftadish8213 Жыл бұрын

It’s been 10 months since this vlog. How about a product review?

@lawrencebessette754 2 жыл бұрын

LOL mike how bad did the wife get on you

@TractorMike 2 жыл бұрын

Fortunately WD-40 Specialist Penetrant saved me. Sprayed it on, let it set and they came apart.

@joelhenderson5404 2 жыл бұрын

Mike your in deep dodo.

@mitch_smith 2 жыл бұрын

Mike ole buddy, you’re on the couch. Get to the store and buy her some nice replacements and maybe wear a hard hat.

@ccthepope 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if PRC would work. We use it on aircraft fuel tanks. When it cures it feels just like a tire side wall when you push in it with a screw driver.

@MrDdaland 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I've wondered about Pro Seal as well.

@kooldoozer 2 жыл бұрын

I am all for someone making a buck with a unique product, but this is not unique. It is super glue (cyanoacrylate) and a sheet of rubber. It is not "special" super glue, just regular commonly available stuff. I have used super glue and rubber in many industrial applications, and they bond very well. Not trying to be a buzz kill for your channel, but I can say with a very high degree of certainty that this is just CA glue and rubber.

@cb7pwn Жыл бұрын

Man if youre gonna invest 10s of thousand of dollars on a tractor, even on a used compact one, for the love of God people, invest a little more for some storage from the elements! And that means UV too not just rain! Lol