Jacking a roll-o-matic?

[AF 70]

What's everyone's "best practices" for jacking up a tractor with roll-o-matic to change a tire? I'm allergic to high lift jacks on the frame, even if I could find one I trust "made in USA". Thanks! AF70

 

[Mark-Ia]

Run your opposite tractor tire up on a block.

 

[rustyfarmall]

(quoted from post at 12:50:01 09/02/11) Run your opposite tractor tire up on a block.

How tall does that block need to be for a roll-a-matic?

 

[Mark-Ia]

2 or 3 inches is enough.

 

[CLW]

I think it will travel over 4" so you need 5-6 to allow for the tire supporting the weight alone to flatten some.

 

[BushogPapa]

In a pinch, take the flat tire and wheel off and keep going until it returns, repaired..!!

Ron..

 

[BushogPapa]

Do not try putting a jack between the front tires, to lift it up..the Jack well may kick-out..

Ron.

 

[JMS/.MN]

Use a car ramp.

 

[Len Bull, New Haven VT]

Just did it. Ran the good side up on a 6x6 block about 24 inches long using a 2x6 as a short ramp. Worked perfect. That allows the flat side to be taken off, and with the tire and tube off, can put the rim back on and spin it while you brush the inside smooth with wire brush on a drill or pneumatic drive.

 

[FactoryFarmer]

I always roll a heavy floor jack near the front of the frame and stalk a couple of large blocks on it, works every time.