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[rustd]

so what is the best, cheapest, non-toxic fluid for weight in tires?and can it be used in winter(non- freezeing)

 

[Dean]

Rustd:

There is no liquid ballast for Ag tires that is best, cheapest and non-toxic.

The least expensive liquid ballast is water but, of course, it will freeze in the winter in most locations. A mild solution of water and either RV or automotive antifreeze (new or used) will prevent freezing and is very cost effective. Of course one can use 100% RV antifreeze at an added expense.

CaCl/water has been the most commonly used liquid ballast for many decades because it is modestly priced, non freezing and heavy but it is corrosive to rims if there is any leakage as there inevitably will be.

Rim Guard, made from sugar beets is the most modern liquid ballast. It is non freezing, non corrosive and heavy but expensive and messy if leakage occurs.

Dean

 

[JW Axtell]

I use CaCl/water. Cheapest way I found so far. My rims are new. Things were not working too well until I decided to drill a series of very tiny holes in my new rims. Now, when I plan my path correctly I get the added benefit of laying down an ice melter when I plow. Of course, in spring my tires are a bit down but by then I don't usually need to melt the ice anyway.

 

[old]

The cheapest I have found that will not hurt the rims or animals if Wiper fluid but even that adds up fast. Last one I filled it cost me a buck a gal. for it but I have not seen it down that low for a long time now

 

[souNdguy]

cheap non freezing and non harmfull or corosive.

that would be a mild mix of a poly propelyne antifreeze and water.

mix it enough so the tire won't freeze solid.. slushy is fine...

soundguy

 

[Ultradog MN]

I prefer cast iron weights if you can find them.
And I think CaCl has a worse reputation than it deserves. It's still the most bang for your buck weightwise. And paying attention to leaks has left a lot of rims still useable 65 years later.

 

[GA Dave]

In case you decide to fill your tires here's a chart for 75 percent fill. David................

http://www.rimguard.biz/Documentation/rimguardhydroflationtableforagtires.htm

 

[JW Axtell]

(quoted from post at 20:54:15 10/19/09)
And I think CaCl has a worse reputation than it deserves. It's still the most bang for your buck weightwise. And paying attention to leaks has left a lot of rims still useable 65 years later.

I agree to that also. But alas, it seems you and me are the only ones on this forum who think that.

 

[JW Axtell]

If you decide to do it yourself with calcium. It is fairly simple but that liquid gets [b:f148530901]very hot [/b:f148530901]when mixing. Last time I did it I mixed 30 gallons (about 1 tire worth)and let it sit overnight before filling

 

[tim [in]]

The is a safe antifreeze that is leaked out will not poison enviroment and animals.

 

[profire31]

let me ask a questions about the question. using the non toxic anti. How many gallons is needed? thanks

 

[profire31]

let me ask a questions about the question. using the non toxic anti. How many gallons is needed? thanks

 

[Dunk]

Would any of you good ole Yanks, please explain to a pore ole southern boy, why one would not want frozen water in ones tires, and why it is such taboo?