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kwb3042 · Oct 16, 2007, 03:08 AM

How do I get the black cap off the rear tire of the Murray lawn tractor? I don't want to break it. I need to change the tire as it keeps going flat.

MOWERMAN2468 · Oct 17, 2007, 07:37 PM

Well, this is kind of tricky, depending on the age of the cap. But most of the time you will only end up with a small tear in it at worst. If it is the hard plastic cap, use a pair of channel locks and apply SLIGHT pressure with the jaws and work it back and forth, or use your hand. Or if it is the soft plastic use a pair of pliers and gently squeeze from the outside towards the center and pull gently.

skunkape · Oct 23, 2007, 03:39 AM

If you have compressed air avail drill a tiny hole in center pressurize once off put a dab of silicone over hole next time you need it off just remove silicone

MOWERMAN2468 · Oct 28, 2007, 11:51 AM

Originally Posted by skunkape

if you have compressed air avail drill a tiny hole in center pressurize once off put a dab of silicone over hole next time you need it off just remove silicone

I personally would have a problem with the "dust" cap having a hole drilled into it, even though he said to fill the hole with silicone.

ballengerb1 · Oct 28, 2007, 02:06 PM

I have pulled these using a claw hammer and even a flat wrecking bar.

Dr1757 · Nov 6, 2007, 03:49 AM

I have always applied heat to soften the rubber which can then be removed easily by hand. (gloves of course). I use a standard heat gun but I suppose you could try a hair dryer.