Buschlight13 2 #1 Posted 5 hours ago So, I just kind of jumped into this with both feet. Ive always wanted to work on a project like this and I went out and bought this (B-80?). I don't know what year or model it is for sure, but I believe its a B-80 from 72-76. The shifter is snapped loose, and it's stuck in gear. supposedly the engine is free, but it's missing a few parts. I know next to nothing about welding, and I've worked on some dirt bikes and lawn mowers. That's about the extent of my mechanical expertise. Pretty sure the transmission will need replaced, or at least parts of it. I was thinking of putting a 420cc predator on it, and using it to pull a bushhog. If I'm going to replace the transmission, then it seems like a good time to upgrade and deal with any gearing / other considerations. I may at some point consider making it more of an off road toy. This seemed like a great way to learn some small engine and welding skills while building something I can maintain and utilize on the property. It seems like there's a ton of great resources here, and look forward documenting my progress. Appreciate any thoughts, feedback, ideas. Thank you. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 8,888 #2 Posted 5 hours ago Welcome to the forum, note to members, the link is safe it’s to a video of the tractor which appears to be a Charger or later 60’s machine. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 64,881 #3 Posted 5 hours ago 14 minutes ago, Buschlight13 said: The shifter is snapped loose, and it's stuck in gear. Check out this post, it will probably get the job done for you. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 17,622 #5 Posted 3 hours ago (edited) Welcome to the forum! Not a B-80. Looks like a 655 or 656 or 855? Mid 60s machine for sure. There should be an id tag under the panel beneath the steering wheel with a part number that will verify what it is. The transmission is easily fixable and worth it. Only downside to a Predator engine will be that it is so light weight. If you use that short frame to pull a heavy implement you'll need to be careful. You also need to get the brake working very well. Edited 3 hours ago by kpinnc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
