[Farmall] f-20 wheels

[birddog]

That is a split rim with a lock ring from your description, Bill.  With 
tire fully deflated, a lot of oil or fuel oil and a slide hammer for 
tires will usually take it apart.  Re inflation after putting it back 
together is the dangerous situation.  If lock ring is not properly 
seated or damaged, it can fly out and become a weapon when tire is 
pumped up.  Tire installers have to have a retaining cage to put these 
in when inflating them.  Not so sure about the lower pressure tractor 
tires. As a boy, I knew a man who fatally lost his scalp when inflating 
a truck tire. 

Just wanted you to be aware before you start the project.  Others may 
comment.

Charlie




Bill Bains wrote:
> I've been looking at the rusty rear wheels on my 1938 F-20.  They have the heavy cast centers with the rim bolted to them. The rim has a retainer ring that holds the tire on and it appears that the rim itself is split with a plate that is riveted to one side of the split and bolted to the other.
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> I have the feeling that disassembly might be quite a chore.  Has anyone had much experience with taking these apart?  If so, what should I look out for as I proceed?
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> Thanks,
>
> Bill Bains
> Port Angeles, WA
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