Transaxle swap for a 1077

[dsmreaper 7]

Hello, just asking for a project I wanted to try and accomplish. What options does one have to swap from a hydro to a manual transaxle on a 67 1077. Are there bolt on options or will frame mods need to be done,if anyone knows. What are some good and strong manual transaxles.

[ebinmaine 77,789]

Because of the fact that the controls are contained in the sheet metal which is the steering tower and base, you really are better off finding a manual tractor. It's not just about swapping transmissions. You also need all the linkage, sheet metal, etc.

 

Possible? Definitely.

But there are easier ways to get a manual transmission.....

[oliver2-44 11,321]

The 3,4,6,8 speed transmissions will bolt right up. You will need a different belt guard or modify some fingers to slack the belt.  The 8 pinion 8 speed with 1-18”axles is the strongest WH transmission

[dsmreaper 7]

1 hour ago, ebinmaine said:

Because of the fact that the controls are contained in the sheet metal which is the steering tower and base, you really are better off finding a manual tractor. It's not just about swapping transmissions. You also need all the linkage, sheet metal, etc.

 

Possible? Definitely.

But there are easier ways to get a manual transmission.....

Thanks, I don't mind modding and fabing, I'm gonna make an off roader out of it, a cross between a tractor and an atv basically. I already knew a lot of control changes and cutting and welding will need to be done. I may even, in the long run, swap to independent suspension front and rear.

[dsmreaper 7]

1 hour ago, oliver2-44 said:

The 3,4,6,8 speed transmissions will bolt right up. You will need a different belt guard or modify some fingers to slack the belt.  The 8 pinion 8 speed with 1-18”axles is the strongest WH transmission

Do you have a part number or brand name for they 8 speed you mentioned handy?

[stevasaurus 23,649]

A #5091 will do you nicely.  8 speed with 1 1/8" axles.  Common in a lot of the late 60's and 70's horses.