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9 pointsSpent some quality time with the kiddos. The 1045 got a chance to stretch her legs out. It was a good day today
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5 pointsI had started this on the tractor forum. Then realized it should be on this one. (New Guy) The 704 is coming along nicely. Not near as many parts and smaller too, as the big tractors I have refurbished. I have most of the chassis painted and back to gather. Sheet metal is going to the sand blasters tomorrow. Today I have contacted the decal guy here. Those tires are the originals. I still have the engine to go through. Don't expect to find to much wrong there. It runs good and has good compression. Probably touch up the valves and seats and a good cleaning. Already found a old mud dauber nest in the shroud.
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5 pointsHi everyone. I've been a little delayed getting my updated pics to you. Took these pics about a week ago. I will include pics of how the tractor was when I retrieved it, as well. I read a post from someone who named their tractors after the original owners, or the previous if the original was unknown. I would like to introduce everyone to Edward (original owner) . Funny what a good power wash and replacing tires can do. Picked up a blade a week ago, so have to get the bracket painted and mounted.
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5 pointsNot a big deal. The 1 bend shifter is probably correct for both horses. You can put it all together and change the shifter anytime you feel like it or find another 1 bend shifter. I may have one for you...I'd have to look. Build the horses and make sure the 1 bend works in both...I'll look and see if I have one. I would trade for the 2 bend if I have the 1 bend for you. I don't need the 1 bend, but I do need to have a spare shifter.
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4 pointsI can fully attest to that!! This wheelie is from moving the throttle from idle to wide open, no need to dump the clutch to get the front end in the air. 6.5 predator with a lil work done to it.
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4 pointsI am just East of Meadville and I have a REPLACEMENT lift handle.... call me at 814-763-5700. (have several of them actually). Dave
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4 pointsHave these on my C195, Never have traction issues discin,plowing or pushing snow with the 54" front blade. Only place it will have trouble is pure ice. Any other time it is unstoppable. Will leave a little bit of an imprint in your yard if it is soft.
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4 points1962 serial 62-02856 and on have a bent shifter to clear the hydraulic pump Garry
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4 pointsSo since my dad passed yesterday. i got to thinking about expanding the working pad i put in earlier this year. i pulled up all the blocks from infront of my shed. i been having rain getting into my shed anyway because it basically funnels it in. so i got dads second favorite tractor out and went to work removing the dirt that needed to be moved. then i started laying down the blocks. it turned out pretty good. they are not level but that doesnt matter. its better than laying on the sand. i got the tractor stuck twice today lol This was the most work this tractor seen in months. partially due to a good winter. and then when dad got sick it was not used.
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4 pointsTry adjusting the depth limiter (# 40 in diagram), turn it counterclockwise and see if that will allow the deck to lower.
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3 pointsI had a couple hours after work today so I made a little progress. After modifying the pump bracket to allow access to the motor mount bolt I tacked it in place. A couple pictures of the double drive pulley. This motor is not tapped for the pto lever bracket so I had to fab one up.
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3 pointsUsually not as expensive either In case I have not already done so Progress looks nice ...keep us posted
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3 pointsLook at it thi9s way: It isn't putting money 'at risk'. It is making an investment. Blowing $500 at Disney in a day or two is 'at risk'. $500 for a 520-HC will get you a whole lot more fun, for a much longer time..... just sayin'
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3 pointsI'm not the best guy to advise you on this, but if the Onan is truly rebuilt, why would he only want 500??....a rebuild would cost way more than that... hmm .. for a 1000 you can pick up a known quality from our members....
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3 pointsYes the 48" does the job as the 54-56" is actually for the big "D" series, and you will also need the "frame extension kit" because of the swept forward front axle and the rear axle hitch, Jeff.
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3 pointsI have one off of a grasshopper I plan on putting on a 520.. Just got it about 3 years ago...
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3 pointsThanks, they really do have a love for tractors, and i hope to keep that going with memories
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3 pointsIf you can't get them to "clean" up, I had a set powder coated close to polished aluminum then hand painted the embossing, Jeff.
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2 pointsHello all, I am from the Mill Hall,Pa area.Been reading forums for a few days and like the friendliness of the people here and all the good info.I have had a wheel horse 210-5 mower with a 36 inch deck for years and like it but needed an upgrade. Looked at a 414-8 with a "I think" a 44 inch rear discharge deck. Man, what a difference; great machine and a pleasure to mow.Will try to get pictures,but too hot out for a 72 year old guy for now. Mal
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2 pointsI have a fraind that is a major wheel horse collector, I went to his house this morning for some parts for my 753. I saw these hub caps laying out side I picked them up to look at them and he said "you want them you can have them". They are my first pair of wheel horse hub caps, they have a coat of green paint on them and black but I think I can get that off to get them back to there original glory.
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2 pointsThe answer to that is a resounding Y E S .. that being said, the comments about speed changing with an auto tranny on hilly ground is true...auto/manual - just a matter of preference... I like the ability to change my speed infinitely because of all the obstacles I have in my yard...and for plowing snow - auto is great - especially the reverse gear, which on mine ( I have a 516 that I switched to eaton 1100 that was a donor from a 418A.).reverse is as fast as forward - which is fast.I'm real happy with it and it was a breeze to change.
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2 pointsThat tractor sure did clean up nice! Nice tractor for sure! Take up Dave on his offer and you'll be up and working it in no time! And welcome to the Square!
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2 pointsI have one also! I picked it up and looked at it ..... looks like it's been welded also. Then I saw the vise marks on it ... yep welded!
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2 pointsClick AMC/TDF5G's link above (RedSquare-support) best $20/yr to share unlimited pics of your handy work, Jeff.
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2 pointsI bought a project on CL a while back (a 753) and I'm starting to get parts amassed for it... The tractor has an unbaffled straight stack on it now and its mighty hard to work on with that horrific volume when it's running. Also, I think I might be the only guy here who just doesn't like the look of the stack setup on a garden tractor tho. Anyone got any suggestions for a proper muffler for this thing? I actually enjoy the look of the pepper pot style, so if you have had any luck with a good version, I'm looking for links? Or, another style of setup that isn't a stack? I'm open to suggestion....
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2 pointsUsed the lugging power of GhostRider to pull something besides a plow today! I have a small half acre woods growing on my property. I located a couple of small trees that I didn't recognize growing there last year. When I showed them to my dad, he said "get that junk out of there!". I didn't find out until this year that it is buckthorn, a very invasive species of shrub tree here in central WI. I did some reading and they said not to cut it off because it will get worse, you want to pull it up from the roots. What's better than a weighted plow tractor??? i hooked it up to a chain in and put it in low low and it came right out! I should've taken a video but the mosquitos were so thick, I just wanted to pull it and get outta there!
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2 pointsThese mufflers can be found almost anyplace. I bought this one at the local mower shop for $8.
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2 pointsTractors, kids & tubs, nothing goes better together...well maybe add ice cream on a hot day!
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2 pointsHere are the specs again, seems photobucket no longer lets me share them.
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2 pointsMight want to check for chains here also. http://www.tirechain.com/ oops never mind that's the same site as Jeff suggested. Just to throw this out there tho take a look at these http://www.rubbertirechains.com/ I know @Ed Kennell runs rubber chains and swears by them. I might try a set this year on asphalt.
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2 pointsThe chains on the 1277 are the HD Peerless version in 2-link spacing . In other words , ever other side chain link there is a cross chain - it's a tighter pattern and I like that they prevent the tire from slipping between the cross chains with the 4 link spacing versions , as that shock load can damage driveline parts . The tensioners I've been using are the ATV versions sold at Tractor Supply - it's just a ring with 4 heavy duty springs with hook ends and they do work quite well . Single pattern cross chains of this style will always walk around on the tread , tensioners or not but they find their way into a pattern and stay put pretty well . Never had an issue with them other than when one of the latches broke on a cheaper set and the chain wrapped itself around the axle housing - that was a mess . I'd love to try a set of the Euro pattern and bet they would ride better on pavement than the standard single pattern version but at the time they weren't available .My newest tractor is a '74 and all those older ones had better clearance to the fenders - I know some folks have used rubber spacers to gain clearance on the newer models , especially those with the fiberglass fenders . I'll say this - I have yet to buy a set that fits the tires dead-on the first try . Tires vary so much in diameter vs brand vs tread style and the chain sets tend to be longer than needed . Angle grinder and cutting wheel or a bolt cutter fixes that to remove the excess length - I set mine pretty tight and sometimes have to alter where the ends land to keep the 2-link spacing consistent to the very ends of the pattern at the latch hooks . Not very hard to do as I bought one of the HD tire chain tools designed for 5/16" chains which fit the HD Peerless pretty well . I've had to modify the jaw tips slight by filing the teeth deeper to make them hook the chain links better to prevent slipping - it's a common issue shown on YouTube and elsewhere - the more professional line of tools such as the HK Porter brand are a better design but come with a much higher price tag . I spent a lot of time researching these tools and those big pro style tools are nice but won't fit onto the smaller class chains used on garden tractors , hence buying the blue Medium #7304 http://www.tirechain.com/Tire-Chains-Repair-Tools.htm HK Porter HD 3/8" chain version , USA made tool - https://www.amazon.com/Porter-0390MLN-Linkmaster-Repair-Tool/dp/B001FOQH5C#nav-top I've seen links to how folks have modified this tool to work on 1/4"-3/8" chains , just fyi . Without the tensioners , they just sort of "float" on the tire - but beware as said before , they can catch on some fenders . Some folks have used the method of letting the air out of the tire to an extent , installing the chain pretty tight and airing the tire back up - this sets them really tight but over time and use the chain links will stretch out some . The set on the 1277 is almost wore out but they have been in year round use for almost 10yrs now and survived a lot of hard service . A good HD set of chains in the common length to fit a 23x8.50/10.50-12 tire is pushing a $100 bill , but well worth the traction in my opinion if you deal with hills , using a blade or blower in the winter/summer and generally just need the extra traction . Hope all this helps - Sarge
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2 pointsBahmi You will find help here as you can see already. Just a note try taking pictures that always helps. Enjoy the site.
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2 pointsI love seeing the kids with the tractors. The tractors always seem happier with kids around!! Very cute kids!
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2 pointsActually, a propane torch and a Bobcat with pallet forks are my go-to tools for the worst glued-on tires. I heat the rim in a 12" arc at the bead just until white smoke appears and take a fork to it at just the right angle. Only takes a minute to break the bead and I do not even have to apply enough heat to burn the paint
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2 pointsYou can't ride on a Mower Deck ! ........that's why it has taken me nearly a year to refurbish my Deck here in the UK ........ Progress LINK
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2 pointsSo good news, the pump and Hydro work great! Bad news, while the leak was indeed more noteworthy at the cam, after installing and testing the pump for functionality, it became obvious that the bottom was leaking. This area acts as reservoir for the pump and doubles as and I'm not sure this is correct terminology but what I call the transaxle. The axles and limited slip gears that mate up to the pump assembly. Not sure how long it's going to take me to accomplish this as I have a few things I need to do on other projects while I still have some summer left. I want to have it ready by the Fall. But that's more of a mini goal to keep me focused than a real need. I'm learning so that good but it is a royal PITA. Very frustrating. A couple pics of the removal surgery. Definitely would have been smarter and easier to do as part of the initial resto. But at that point I was too intimidated by the hydro.
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2 pointsTuneup, I adjusted the deck when I put it on with the height set at the half way point on a level floor and I put a level on it and it looked good. Am I missing something? I need to learn the tractors. Thanks Mal
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2 pointsYeah, this humidity is kickin' my butt! I had one rag out yesterday to clean parts and another to wipe my face every 5 minutes so I could see. It's high even for Georgia. When the rain came, we were doused for 30 minutes. The 'resort to sawzall technique' explains why dynamite and fishing go together. I never had the patience to fish. just can't buy dynamite at the local Ace anymore.
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2 pointsDuring my high school days I worked part time at a service station. Several times if a customer's tire had picked up a nail I would plug it while it was on the car and send them one their way. In the spring a regular customer came in to have his snow tires removed and regular tires installed, I deflated one of the tires and broke the bead; couldn't get the tube to come out. I pulled and tugged and finely it came loose but had a hole in it. I removed the tire and discovered a plug had been inserted and it had plugged the tire and tube together. I told the customer that "some dummy" had plugged a tube type tire! He replied, yes, that dummy would be you! Turns out I had noticed the tire had a leak and plugged the tire out at the gas pumps one day while his wife was getting gas. It had held air without any problem all winter. Needless to say I didn't charge him to patch the tube.