Is it safe to use 2 inch wheel spacers?
If you installed them properly, 2-inch wheel spacers are exactly very safe to use and will not cause any vibration. It is recommended to get your wheel spacers installed at a reputable wheel shop. To ensure safety, the lug nuts need to be torqued properly.
What is the purpose of dual wheels on a tractor?
Dual mounting improves tractive force. The improved efficiency of the lugs increases transmission of engine power to the tractor. For example, a tractor with dual front and back tyres has a traction transmission capacity of over 130% (100% for a tractor with single tyres at the front and back).
Do wheel spacers affect alignment?
It is normal for front tires to wear down fast on inner treads, you can minimize this wear with asking for an alignment that has the least front negative camber (street settings). Wheel spacers have nothing to do with alignment and do not affect tread wear.
How wide is tractor with duals?
Width: 9 feet 9 inches. Height: 10 feet 8 inches.
Why are tractor tyres wider?
Large and wide tyres have a larger surface area. So for a given force the pressure will be reduced with a larger surface area. Reducing pressure reduces the damage that the wheels do to the ground. Thus the amount that the wheels sink into the ground will be reduced.
What are tractor wheel weights for?
Wheel weights are used on the rear wheels of your tractor to add weight to the rear of your machine. Wheel weights bolt directly on to the wheels of your tractor, and can be used in conjunction with water ballasting to really increase performance and stability.
How many wheels does a craftsman GT 5000 have?
The deck on the Craftsman GT5000 has 4 small anti scalping wheels which force the deck to follow the contours of the ground you are cutting, giving you a very smooth finish. The rear wheels on the GT 5000 carry most of it’s weight.
What size tire spacers do I need for my lawn tractor?
Fits Lawn & Garden Tractors with 6-12 and 23×8.50-12 tires. The spacer is Polyurethane, 12-3/4″ high and 1-3/4″ wide. Spacers fit between main wheel and the dual wheel. The bolts use the wheel weight holes. Use 10″ bolts with 6-12 and 23×8.50-12 tires.
How big is the mower deck on a Ford gt5000?
The mower deck on the GT5000 lawn tractor has a cutting width of 54 inches although it’s total width is a good bit bigger due to the plastic discharge flap on the side of the deck. The deck houses 3 mower blades that work more efficiently than one single blade working alone.
What size spacer do I need for a dual wheel?
The spacer is Polyurethane, 12-3/4″ high and 1-3/4″ wide. Spacers fit between main wheel and the dual wheel. The bolts use the wheel weight holes. Use 10″ bolts with 6-12 and 23×8.50-12 tires.