4 SIGNS IT’S TIME TO CHANGE

YOUR LAWN MOWER TIRE

After a few years of cutting grass,

your lawn mower’s tires could start

to show wear and tear.

Look for these four signs that it’s

time for you to replace those tires

so you can mow your lawn safely.

Dead Tread Problems

• Bad traction on dry ground

• No traction on wet grass

Solution

• Check the tread regularly

to make sure you’re not working

harder than necessary when you

mow your lawn

1. Insert a penny into the groove

with Lincoln’s head right side up

2. If you see all of Lincoln’s head,

then you should change the tire

3. You can also use a tire gauge if

you happen to own one

How To Check Tread

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Dry Rot Problems

• Happens earlier than usual if you don’t mow very often

• Dry rot makes tires unreliable

• Could lead to Blow Out

• Serious safety issue, especially for riding lawn mowers

• You never know when a dry rot tire will fall apart

Solution

• Check regularly for dry rot, even if you use a push mower

• Look for cracks forming in the rubber

• Replace tire when you see the cracksRubber tires can last for years, but they will eventually get dry rot. Look for cracks like those in this picture.

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Problems

• Your lawn mower wobbles

significantly

• Manufacturers design lawn mowers to

wobble a little

• Without stable wheels, your grass will

look like someone with a bad haircut

Solution

• Rule out Other Problems

• Check the axle nut—if it needs adjusting/tightening, your tires are not the problem

• Check Tires for Deformation

• If the axle is fine, check to see if the tires are uneven in any way

• Replace misshapen or damaged wheels

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Problems

• Filling a tire with air frequently =

Tire has a Hole

• You’re probably spending a lot

of time filing it over and over

• You shouldn’t have to put air in

lawn mower the tires very often

• Some air will lead during normal

use, but many people find that

they don’t even need to refill

tires every year

Solution

• If you find yourself frequently pumping air into your tire Replace It or patch it with Tire Sealant.

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