Requesting advice: L2800D front flat

[lightninfan]

My 2006 2800D w/300 hrs has a flat, the tire size is 27X8.50-15.

Not sure if it's a slow leak, valve stem leak or puncture but given my usage, it's hard to imagine I've got a puncture. Need some advise on how to proceed please.

I think I can get the front axle jacked up and safely supported using a bottle jack and 4x4s. I will chock the rear wheels and no cinder blocks...

I don't have an impact wrench, maybe nows the time to buy one, if that will break the lug nuts. I can tell you my little 3/8 ratchet won't do it. I'm thinking of getting an air impact wrench since I have a compressor. Thoughts?

Once I get the wheel off, could I take it to a local tire shop or would I need to take it to a Kubota shop?

What determines whether to put a tube in it or given it's age, should I just go with a tube?

Finally, re-installing: I'll need to buy a torque wrench, no problem. However, I have all the manuals for the L2800 but can't find the torque spec for front lug nuts.

Needless to say, tractor tires are new territory for me. I'm learning as I go. This forum really helped me on my last tractor issue, hoping for the same again.

Thanks!

 

[D2Cat]

Get a spray bottle and put a squirt of dish soap and top it off with water. Spray you tire and look for some air bubbles. Spray the valve stem to see if the core may be loose.

If you remove the tire for repair take it to your local auto tire repair shop. They can break it down an find the problem and fix it. They should be able to advise you if it needs a tube.

If you have some 1/2" drive sockets, you should be able to find one that fits close enough even if it's not metric. If you have a breakover bar you can use it to get the lug nuts off.

When you put the wheel back on, start the lug nuts with your fingers, then tighten them with the same socket you used to remove them. Let the tire back down to the ground and recheck the lug nuts to be sure they are tight.

You only need to buy the tools you mention if you are looking for an excuse to add to your tool inventory. You don't need them for one tire repair.

 

[Bulldog]

You only need to buy the tools you mention if you are looking for an excuse to add to your tool inventory. You don't need them for one tire repair.

Holy Crap, I thought a tire machine would be in order.

 

[torch]

Get a spray bottle and put a squirt of dish soap and top it off with water. Spray you tire and look for some air bubbles. Spray the valve stem to see if the core may be loose.

Even better: get some children's bubble pipe solution from the dollar store.