857 horse 2,581 #1 Posted November 21, 2014 I READ ALONG TIME AGO (SOMEWHERE) THAT YOU CAN MOUNT A NEW MODEL DECK ON THE OLDER MODEL HORSES THAT USE THE GEAR DRIVE DECKS?? I HAVE AN 857 TRACTOR AND I'D LIKE TO TRY THAT,,,, HAS ANYONE HEARD OF THIS ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,154 #2 Posted November 21, 2014 Anything can done with the right tools Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #3 Posted November 21, 2014 ...and the desire. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,767 #4 Posted November 21, 2014 I've been thinking about this swap for my Commando 8. I have a restored 36" deck, spare mule drive and attach-a-matic. An electric PTO would be the easiest way to power the deck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,581 #5 Posted November 21, 2014 got most of the tools !!!!!! have the desire..... 42 or 48 inch deck sounds great when i saw the post...there were pics they showed a mule drive and a plate made to fit the front..... i am restoring an 857...before the big show.... and was hoping had anyone saw the same post.... OHHHHH ,,,,and i need to figure out how to post pics in red square,,, thanks for any and all help....on both subjects howard in Virginia..... the only place without snow!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,767 #6 Posted November 21, 2014 To add pics, click on the MORE REPLY OPTIONS box at the lower right. Click BROWSE to find your pic. When you open the pic, the file will appear in the attach files box. Click ATTACH THIS FILE and it will appear on the right. Click ADD TO POST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,276 #7 Posted November 21, 2014 That's one I've never tried. I'm thinking the deck would mount without much difficulty. A mule drive on the front wouldn't be a problem. Now a way to engage/disengage the PTO. Adapt an electric clutch. Anything bigger than a 36" might be a bit much for the 8hp though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,581 #8 Posted November 22, 2014 E KINNELL IM GONNA GIVE PICS A GO,,,,,, RESULTS WILL BE IN SHORTLEY THANK-YOU Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,125 #9 Posted November 23, 2014 (edited) I hope this keeps going...I'd like to see how the conversion works out Edited November 28, 2014 by Terry M Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
autoxman 3 #10 Posted November 28, 2014 (edited) You can use a manual PTO, preferably an older one from the 60's that uses the long engagement bar like the set-up pictured. Edited November 28, 2014 by autoxman 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,767 #11 Posted November 28, 2014 You can use a manual PTO, preferably an older one from the 60's that uses the long engagement bar like the set-up pictured. I like this Auto. I think the 8HP Kohler has a 1" dia PTO. Do you know what other engines have the 1" dia ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,276 #12 Posted November 28, 2014 That setup is a good idea Ed. It would be an easy adaptation. If you find one for the larger shaft motors you'll just need the bearing race to fit it to your 8hp. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bert 760 #13 Posted November 28, 2014 I built this setup and used it for years, it worked great. I have a small pulley like pictured above but went with the typical larger one, 1st gear was still low enough to mow or push snow/dirt but 3rd would fly. I think you'd be better of with the small pulley so the belt guard would fit. I also used a C100 frame and raider hood and fenders, but that was for the new mule drive and old look. I think a raider or charger mule drive and deck would work on a short frame. With the newer decks the outside rollers will hit the front tires so keep that in mind. Oh yeah that hood stand is from a 855. Hope this helps some Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
