dgjks6 6 #1 Posted June 14, 2008 OK, a few days ago adjusted brake band then changed main drive belt no problems except - now - the brake pedal is too far back (or forward) - it is completely "up" towards the rear of the tractor. I tried to post pictures but I don't know how Thanks Greg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rocking 416 1 #2 Posted June 14, 2008 to post pictures you should use photo bucket its free Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse_of_course 99 #3 Posted June 14, 2008 1) What model? Does it have separate clutch and brake pedals or one clutch/brake on the left? 2) What problem? Are you saying that when your foot is off the brake the pedal position in incorrect? If so, is it too far down (e.g depressed) or too far up? 3) Does thre brake engage to stop the tractor? 4) Does the clutch engage to start the tractor? 5) Does the clutch disengage allowing you to shift gears? Let us know :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgjks6 6 #4 Posted June 14, 2008 cluthch on left brake on right when foot off brake pedal too far up when brake pressed band seems to engage fine can't take it for a test drive - carb off, I am trying to adjust the tappet/valve thing - which is going to be my next series of questions you guys are great Greg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgjks6 6 #5 Posted June 15, 2008 man am i really messed up OK 312-8 speed is the tractor brake on right, clutch on left replaced main belt - and some engine work everything is back together EXCEPT - brake pedal on right is all the way up just took for a spin and clutch works great - brake works great - except when not appliing the brake it is way up - so far in fact that it is preventing me from putting back on the belt guard - the belt guard hits the connector from the brake linkage to the brake pedal please help wish I could post a pic Greg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,127 #6 Posted June 15, 2008 Is there any friction lining left on the brake band? How much did you have to tighten the nut to adjust the brakes? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse_of_course 99 #7 Posted June 15, 2008 Is the other end of the rod that goes to the pedal threaded? I know that to adjust the pedal height on the brake/clutch on many models you just disconnected this rod form the pedal and then turn it in or out to the desired point, so this might be the same :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgjks6 6 #8 Posted June 15, 2008 plenty of lining left to adjust the band only had to tighten a little used it to mow a few times after tightening brake - and no problem the rod that connects to the pedal has a clevis pin not a nut also, when the brake pedal changed its position I was replacing the main belt and had the cluth pressed with a bugie cord I am at a loss - I will spend the day tomorrow messing with it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgjks6 6 #9 Posted June 16, 2008 Figured out the problem today. I took off the foot rest on the right side. When I put it back on I did not put it all the way in so the tab for the brake pedal would not sit correctly and the belt guard would not go back on. Now everything is sitting correctly and the tractor runs great. Next is the carb. Greg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duff 206 #10 Posted June 16, 2008 Figured out the problem today. I took off the foot rest on the right side. When I put it back on I did not put it all the way in so the tab for the brake pedal would not sit correctly and the belt guard would not go back on. Now everything is sitting correctly and the tractor runs great. Next is the carb. Greg Hi, Greg, Hadn't had a chance to check the posts for a few days or I would have jumped in sooner. I had the exact same problem restoring my own 312-8 and came to the same solution. You're probably miles ahead in this regard, but I've gotten into the habit of taking detailed photos of everything I dismantle so I have some idea how to put things back together. The exploded diagrams from Toro are great but often lack that critical detail of just how part "a" goes into/over/under/through part "b". Glad you're up and running again! Deereman :WRS: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgjks6 6 #11 Posted June 16, 2008 I do love digital cameras When I adjusted the tappets I took pictures of every step I can never remember where all the linkages go on the carb Greg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Curmudgeon 28 #12 Posted June 16, 2008 I'm too late, and it turned out to not be your exact problem, BUT, one day when I was on my hands knees working on my 416-8 I used the brake pedal as a handhold to help me to my feet. Well that little tab you spoke of on the footboard bends REAL easy. I hadn't realized I'd bent it though, and all of a sudden, my brake pedal was WAY to far back. Go figure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites