How to Put a Tire Back on a Wheelbarrow Rim

Most wheelbarrow tires do not have tubes. If the tire is flat, it might require air or the application of tire repair foam. A more significant repair, such as a punctured tire, may require you to remove the tire from the rim and replace it. With the aid of a few tools and a little elbow grease, you can easily put a new tire on the rim.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Large flat-head screwdriver
• Cargo strap
• Wheelbarrow tire
• Air pump or compressor
• Tire gauge

1. Position the tire on the rim one bead at a time.

2. Wrap the cargo strap around the circumference of the tire and ratchet it tight.

3. Insert a screwdriver under the bead of the tire, using it as a lever to maneuver the tire and seal it to the rim.

4. Remove the strap after the tire beads form a seal around the rim.

5. Wipe dish soap over the line where the rim joins the tire. If there are gaps in the seal, the soap will begin to bubble.

6. Adjust the tire as needed to achieve a tight seal before inflating it.

7. Use a hand pump or an air compressor to inflate the tire to at least 30 pounds per square inch (psi). Check the pressure with a tire gauge.

Tips & Warnings

• If you do not have a cargo strap, a rope or clothesline work just as well.

References

• Instructional Video