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Yesterday we brought home my grandpa's 1967 Cub Cadet 122 so I could tear into and replace a headgasket, reseal the motor, fix the clutch, fix some fatigue welds, go through the mower deck, get it all degreased, flush and refill tranny, and probably some other stuff that I cant think if off the top of my head. Anyways, I have been taking photos as I go along. And when we were taking it off the trailer the left front spindle broke so I'm in need of one of those.

January 13, 1888 The National Geographic Society is founded in Washington, D.C. for "the increase and diffusion of geographic knowledge"

My wife recorded me plowing snow on Dec 11 but I just got the video from her now to post it. The 520HC worked well as always.

Plug wires ready to install. Wires got a light coat of silicone grease inside all 4 boots. Right side plug wire installed. Left side plug wire and clip installed. Note that I heated the clip with a hair dryer to make it soft so it did not break when inserting the wire. Plug wires installed. Oil filter air gasket ready to install. Oil filter air gasket installed.

Oh come on now..........................

One of the best TV shows ever. Cheezy, camp, and ridiculous. Most evil villains. And the coolest car in the world. That walking up the wall gag was great. Oh, and Catwoman!

And what's your excuse???

If you're going with LOTR references, then Smeagul or Gollum has to be on the short list...

Was an excellent source for the "increase and diffusion of geographic knowledge " for many years. I cancelled my subscription many years ago when they started increasing the confusion of geographic knowledge...

Jim, that brings back some memories that I had on one of the 1257s I had and 1057 that one was a total nightmare. It turned out well. I believe I actually painted that one. Enjoy the 1257.

Since it’s got a Vanguard, and you’re piecing it together, I vote for Vanderbilt.

Man I hope so...

What is wrong with the one that is on it? Usually a good cleaning and carb kit will fix the original. Some times you need to add a bushing to the butterfly shaft, if it is sloppy. I use only OEM kits. https://www.amazon.com/Kohler-25-757-01-S-Carburetor-product_by-randysenginerepair__JENT12120966218239/dp/B01MCQBNMT/ref=sr_1_4? The bushing, you will require 2 of these. They can also be found in Hillman drawers at most hardware stores. https://www.amazon.com/Hillman-Group-58087-Bearing-16-Inch/dp/B00MND8WNY

I haven't named any of my tractors, even if I thought of a good name. Nothing against it at all. It's just that I can barely keep all my kid's names in my mind so I'm just trying not to confuse myself...

Looks like a 78-79 C series going by the hood stand. But who knows, it’s been built with all sorts of parts. Worth $300? Nope

Trail cam - @ebinmaine's place,,, caught Eb looking for another C-160...

Black blade fits perfect. Looks brand new factory. Probably spent time outside as there’s no decals.. I’m wondering if it was at the end of the garden tractors and they marketed these black for the ztr? I’m happy. Setting it light. Tripping will annoy me but it won’t bend it.

Direct drive is by far better, but converting a deck will not be easy nowadays. (Not to mention the custom spindle you would need to make) Its hard to find the old motor specs, but i've looked for a low-profile high-torque motor that would be capable of fitting on the deck (pancake style) and its hard to find. I was considering using an HTD style belt (less friction than a v-belt) and one larger deck motor.

Mountain Mule

Direct drive does save on parts and reduces friction losses. It also permits matching the motor to the task--voltage, single or variable speed, horsepower, etc

For the moment, I had some rubber in my shop, and just put that down so that I could occasionally sit on the tractor and make engine noises, dreaming of doing laps in the yard😂.

Regarding LOTR - Bill (Bill The Pony) was Samwise's pony. Shadowfax was Gandalf's horse.

Aw, thank you both!

This was actually something I had thought about. I only need about 1/4 inch for the lift to clear. Maybe less... The upper steering shaft is the only thing that would be of concern. The hole that it passes through is partially slotted already. Definitely got some work to do.

or I recommend these guys Rebuilt Onan Engine Repair Services | Kustom but they are a little more than the cheaper knock offs.

Can't put together da time nor da money.

There around 900 billionaires in the US, and not one of those losers has decided to become...

That shouldn’t matter..you think you’re the only Eric? Or me the only Mike? Clyde is still my choice …. Now make it happen

I was considering giving you some grief and perhaps even a snide remark about memory... then I recalled I hadn't posted this yet.

I like Bills suggestion, but would shorten it to just Clyde.

THE WHEELINATOR

Tony I have a fender and the seat pan so you could have Matt make up a seat for that would be original to that tractor like this one. let me know if you’re interested.

No yours went through a spindle off resto and got donated to a tractor for the less fortunate. Page 18

Wow throw a belt guard and a seat on her and I would be done with that one

Did some cleaning yesterday night. And came how way better then I was expecting. Still have to clean the rims and find a belt guard though. Do have some other plans for this tractor as well

Too cold for lots of pics & vids. Got this one of grandson #2. Sleddig.mov

Git-R-Done

Right Turn Clyde

I just read that hybrid and full electric Zamboni ice dressing machines have been quite a success. Separate motors for motion and ice dressing machinery.

Sorry, Eric, I just never got into naming them. But I do like the reflection of the Lord of the rings. Cool.

The risk you might have is water getting between the mat and the foot rest during use or when washed. If the mat is your decision, I’d consider rubber cement. I went with the skateboard stuff (in boring black) and am pleased.

the left handle and the clutch pedal are on and add rubber pieces were your feet set next thing is getting the engine together and on the frame and the fenders and the pan painted gas tank mounted on the hood and both of them painted too a lot of work to go still

This is true. I did the tranny a couple of years ago in order to fix a a bad 3rd gear so with a fresh engine it should be good for another 60yrs.

Todays adventure - rebuild the steering system. To start off I turned a portion of 5/8" stock down to 9/16" and threaded it to 12 pitch. Next drill a hole in it and tap the inside of it to 3/8-24. Then use a parting tool to cut it to length. OK, what am I building here ?? Remember the fan gear that the PO messed up by welding the drag link to it? The hole in it was too large for a heal-a-coil. So I tapped the hole in it to 9/16-12. What I made was an insert to repair the require 3/8-24 hole in the fan gear. Inserted with Loctite plus I peened the edges to ensure that it does not move. Next - take a peace of 5/8" x 4.5" stock, turn a 15/16" length of each end down to 7/16" and thread it to a 20 pitch. One new drag link. Now for the tie rod that was butchered up. First off, position the front axle and spindles so that everything is held strait. Then cut a 1" x 5/16" flat bar to length. Use a transfer punch to mark the outer holes. Drill the 1/2" holes in each end and the 3/8" hole for the drag link and test bolt things together. Looking good, now it was time to turn the two 1/2' bolts into part #3949 clevis pins. Cut to length and then drill an 1/8" hole 1" deep into the end of the bolt. Drill & tap the end to 1/4-28 to a depth of 3/8" for a grease zerk. Drill an 1/8" cross hole to meet up with the 1/8" length wise hole so that grease can get to the pivot point. Front end repaired & almost ready for some paint.

So I've been out there quite a bit in the last two weeks since the lift went it. The torpedo is keeping up well enough, it's chilly enough to not sweat, but warm enough I can get down to short sleeves. Unfortunately last night one of the lift rams sprung a pretty good leak. The installer and I were both a little worried that might happen because it sat completely unused for so long. On the bright side it looks pretty easy to get the cylinders out and reseal them. The guy I had install it services our lifts at work, he said he can get me the parts I need. I'm hoping to be back up and running by next weekend.

If you were to catch an immovable object with those weights it could very well brake a hub. Fluid filled tires with chains and 50 pounds on each wheel will get the job done nicely, Mu driveway is fairly steep and that is all I have ever used.

Got the Suburban in a deal when I purchased my 1st RJ (regretfully sold the RJ) Seller said it had to go also if took the RJ. It was really close to being scrap. Was able to put it together with spare parts so cost was minimal. It gets lotsa likes/attention at shows. Yet to do a complete restoration. Instead I just bought my already restored tractors from @Buckeyes. Definitely more cost effective.......

I been told that the 953 steering wheel center cap is almost impossible to find?? Bought my 953 from @Buckeyes. I was shocked when he told me how much he paid for just the cap. Since I have an open trailer I secure the cap with a small bungee cord cause I'm not taking any chances. The seat bottom just sets on fender pan between the seat bracket & fenders. I installed a hinge at the front. Again, because of having an open trailer I didnt wanna forget to remove seat cushion before transporting it.