I Think This Group Might Be Bad For Me - Meet My New B100 Automatic

[BradKahler 108]

I don't really know how this happened.  I was browsing ebay looking for mower spindles and ran across a listing for a B100.  Unfortunately I made the mistake of looking at the pictures.  It was only 70 miles from me so the next thing I know I'm clicking the Buy-It now button 

 

The listing said it was last running two years ago when it was brought in due to a transmission problem.  All of the pictures were apparently from two years ago because it was obvious when I picked it up that it had been sitting just like the pictures showed only with lots of weeds all over it.  Overall though it was still pretty decent looking.  At the moment I have no clue what issue is with the drive system.  I did pull the dipstick and the oil looks clean and fresh.  The first task is to get it off the trailer and into my shop and then I'll see about getting the engine to run.  I can't troubleshoot the drive system until it's running.  I think I have another steep learning curve when it comes to the drive system.  If nothing else, it should be interesting 

 

 

 

[Handy Don 14,960]

“Oops, he did it again”?

If you’ve got the time and interest, that’ll be a very nice tractor. There are several members here with very deep knowledge of those Sunstrand hydros and know how to source repair parts.

Some of those Sundstrands could also support an external hydraulic lift cylinder. Having the model number handy is important. 

[BradKahler 108]

6 minutes ago, Handy Don said:

“Oops, he did it again”?

If you’ve got the time and interest, that’ll be a very nice tractor. There are several members here with very deep knowledge of those Sunstrand hydros and know how to source repair parts.

Some of those Sundstrands could also support an external hydraulic lift cylinder. Having the model number handy is important. 

 

The overall condition of the tractor is very good.  It doesn't have a rear hitch or a front mule drive, I'm guessing it was only used for plowing snow.  It's missing a few odds and ends from when it was taken apart at the repair shop and then left to sit for a few years.  I need the hood latch mechanism, the brake pad for the PTO pulley, hood ornament, and mounting hardware for the right floor board and belt guard.  

 

My current plan is to set up the B80 with the mower deck and the B100 with the dozer blade.  I'm building a grader blade for the 656.  So unless something changes I plan on keeping all three.  The B80 and B100 will be left as is as far as finish goes.  I plan on totally dismantling the 656 and making it look pretty again.

 

[ri702bill 10,426]

17 minutes ago, BradKahler said:

I need the hood latch mechanism, the brake pad for the PTO pulley, hood ornament, and mounting hardware for the right floor board and belt guard.  

The brake pad for the PTO is not absolutely necessary, but the belt guard is. Mounting hardware for the right foot rest is a question mark shaped bracket, 5/16 carriage bolt, lock washer & nut. Same as C series - easy to find.

[BradKahler 108]

1 minute ago, ri702bill said:

The brake pad for the PTO is not absolutely necessary, but the belt guard is. Mounting hardware for the right foot rest is a question mark shaped bracket, 5/16 carriage bolt, lock washer & nut. Same as C series - easy to find.

 

I've been looking at the brake setup and I've been wondering how it actually performs a "braking" function.  The question mark bracket was present, just the nuts and bolts were missing and I've source those from my boxes of odd bolts.  The hood latch is what I'd really like to find, worse case is I'll fabricate something by using the B80 as a pattern.  

 

 

 

 

[ri702bill 10,426]

The Brake pad / bracket needs to be removed to service the PTO bearings; then needs to be repositioned to the recommended .016 gap. Because it is a PITA to set to get the required results, a lot of folks just leave it off. Is your foot rest still attached to the Belt Guard??

[parsonsponyz 264]

Nice looking tractor and seems to be worthy of fixing.  Might have a hood latch setup, I'll check tomorrow.

[BradKahler 108]

2 minutes ago, ri702bill said:

The Brake pad / bracket needs to be removed to service the PTO bearings; then needs to be repositioned to the recommended .016 gap. Because it is a PITA to set to get the required results, a lot of folks just leave it off. Is your foot rest still attached to the Belt Guard??

 

Re you referring to the item circled below?  I didn't think Automatics had anything else on the right side.

 

[ri702bill 10,426]

I believe you are right - my 875 is still an unfinished roller...

[ebinmaine 75,277]

1 hour ago, BradKahler said:

Unfortunately I made the mistake of looking at the pictures

 

1 hour ago, BradKahler said:

"I Think This Group Might Be Bad For Me -"

 

 

 

 

 

We offer the best possible support...for your tractor addiction.  

 

 

[ebinmaine 75,277]

1 hour ago, BradKahler said:

 

 

My current plan is to set up the B80 with the mower deck and the B100 with the dozer blade.  I'm building a grader blade for the 656.  So unless something changes I plan on keeping all three. 

 

 

 

@SylvanLakeWH approves I'll bet. 

[BradKahler 108]

1 minute ago, ebinmaine said:

 

 

We offer the best possible support...for your tractor addiction.  

 

 

 

I gotta admit, I'd be moving a lot slower without all the help and I'm already realizing it's going to be costly 

[SylvanLakeWH 29,618]

7 minutes ago, ebinmaine said:

 

 

 

@SylvanLakeWH approves I'll bet. 

Why yes... yes I do...

 

Nice grab!!!

[JoeM 9,103]

Nice looking rig!

My first machine was a B100A. Bought it used and I ran the original engine until it was just tuckered out. Replaced with a new 12HP that I got from Northern at a decent price. It was like a timex, just kept on ticking. 

Only trans issue was a striped axle key and ended up changing an axle and hub. Seemed like it was a lot cheaper to fix then. 

Pullstart was here on his way home from a pick up and had one on his truck. I tried to talk him into selling it to me but no go. Might get another one someday or not, who knows. Spent a lot of seat time to plowing snow, dirt and cutting grass. It also survived two teenagers. 

[ineedanother 1,784]

Could be a really nice find! Not sure how familiar you are with  but check the frame for cracks where the 4 bolts attach the uni-drive since it obviously has history pushing a dozer blade. Not a deal breaker but checking is a must.