WD front wheels_substitutes

Looking for some extra wheels/tires to have as "standby units" for my brush hogging season.  Actual AC wheels (when advertised) are either too far away or too expensive.  There must be some car/truck units that will work.  Tks...............O_O

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We were told the 1950 Buick wheels fit. We have them on two WD45's. I was told 1950 was the only year that will work. Hope it helps.

For that use, wheel adaptors to a standard car rim may be a solution. Low speed, under $50/side, and you're ready to go.

Edited by GBACBFan - 10 Jun 2011 at 9:50pm

They are probably standard ag rims. If car rims fit, likely 5 bolt, available in several widths, diameters, offsets, and strengths. Used for tractor fronts, implements, and hay racks. You need to use the same offset or back spacing to keep from having tires rubbing on the spindle.

Section F of the downloadable catalog from Baum Hydraulics (www.baumhydraulics.com) shows a couple in 5" and how to measure the hole centers and the other details. Date 3000 on the page says 30% discount off those prices.

Other farm dealers like Shoup (www.shoupparts.com) and Sloan Express (www.sloanex.com) have a greater selection. Gemplers (www.gemplers.com) and Miller Tire probably have the widest selection easily found on line. These implement rims are also found in salvage yards and at farm sales and consignment auctions, and can be bought at some tire dealers that handle farm tires.

The bolt circle for ag rims tends to be larger than for cars or pickups. But you can check with a tape once you know where to measure the 5 bolt rims.

Most tractor makers bought their rims using an SAE standard ag rim.

The appearance of the rim disk will vary with offset and with the manufacturer.

Gerald J.

Might want to buy a set of these used aircraft tires.   Supposed to be so thick that you won't get any flats from thorns.   I have a set on my D17 as it has a loader on it and they are some stought tires.   I had a bear getting them on the rims, but I'm sure they'll be the last set that I ever put on that tractor.