dgoyette 12 #1 Posted March 9, 2010 Well couldn't say no. I am pretty sure it is a 753. There is no model number on it but there is a serial number. It has the original Kohler and does run. The prior owner started it for a few using an axillary fuel tank and battery. The Uni-drive was filled to the top with water but it came out mostly clear until the end. Then it looked nasty. It does move in both directions by turning the trans pulley by hand. Haven't had time to inspect to much but it appears right off that I will need: Hood Belt guard Left side panel/guard over brake voltage regulator I am thinking the hood will be hard to find and expensive! What is the best way to clean out the Uni-drive really well on a currently non running tractor? He was asking $250 and I offered $175 which he accepted. I figured I couldn't get hurt on that amount, but still not sure if I paid too much. I am currently working on the Lawn Ranger so although I am tempted to get on this one - I am going to finish the Lawn Ranger first. But want to do some things tucking it away for a few months. If anyone has parts please PM me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #2 Posted March 9, 2010 I think its nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene_S 93 #3 Posted March 9, 2010 Very nice find Darren and a good price... I really like the round hoods. Belt guards wont be hard to find and I'm sure I have a couple extras of both. But the hood will cost ya when you find a good one! Good luck and have fun with it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,082 #4 Posted March 9, 2010 looks to be in pretty good shape darren, nice find. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suburban 550 28 #5 Posted March 9, 2010 Nice one, Darren. Looks like a great one to start with. Good Luck on finding all the parts you need. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 11,395 #6 Posted March 9, 2010 Darren: A very nice find a great addition to your other Wheel Horse team. You have a very good mix of tractors. You are going to have to take a group shot when you get the Lawn Ranger and 753 back in running order. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #7 Posted March 9, 2010 I think it looks fixable, I'm sure I have a left side brake cover send me a PM I might be able to send it with the other stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #8 Posted March 9, 2010 And yes pretty sure it's a 753 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 558 #10 Posted March 9, 2010 That'll clean up real nice. Nice score. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger from southern Iowa 1 #11 Posted March 9, 2010 Very good start on this machine. As for as your concern of paying too much, Seller is happy, buyer is happy= one good deal. Enjoy your projects!! :party: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger from southern Iowa 1 #12 Posted March 9, 2010 Oh yeah, I MIGHT KNOW where there is a hood for this creature. I will check. No promises. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,694 #13 Posted March 9, 2010 looks good price was right too B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 74 #14 Posted March 9, 2010 Looks to be in pretty good shape!,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,276 #15 Posted March 9, 2010 If you got water out of the trans, I'd be tempted to tear it down and check it out. If you do not want to tear it down, I would fill it with kerosene as full as I could get it...put it up on blocks, and run the trans through the gears for about 20 minutes. Drain the kerosene and see what it looks like. Repeat the process and if the kerosene comes out clean, fill with 90 weight and drive her around easy for awhile. You may want to change the 90 weight after some time also. You do not need to run at a full throttle with the kerosene in the trans, you are just circulating and cleaning. Anyway, I would tear it down...but get some thin oil on those parts now, or they will rust quick on you. Hope this helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgoyette 12 #16 Posted March 9, 2010 Thanks for the comments guys. Lane Ranger - a group photo is definitely in order shortly! Steve - your post is helpful but unfortunately it is not running right now. So I need to oil the parts another way. maybe just unbolt the tranny and fill with oil and move it around to make sure everything gets oiled? At least until I can spend more time on it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,189 #17 Posted March 9, 2010 It looks like a pretty nice find too me. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #18 Posted March 10, 2010 ! Steve - your post is helpful but unfortunately it is not running right now. So I need to oil the parts another way. That's when friends come in handy. It's a nice night, invite a buddy over for a cold one, hook a tow rope to another tractor and cruise around the yard checking out each gear a time or two. Drain, refill, and do it again until the kerosene comes out clear or you can't see to drive.......... B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #19 Posted March 10, 2010 What Buzz said!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgoyette 12 #20 Posted March 11, 2010 ! Steve - your post is helpful but unfortunately it is not running right now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coadster32 793 #21 Posted March 11, 2010 Looks like a nice find! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawn Ranger kid 14 #22 Posted March 12, 2010 Great looking tractor. Josh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 489 #23 Posted March 13, 2010 I would have paid $175 in a heartbeat! Nice machine! B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimbotelho 1 #24 Posted March 13, 2010 ! Steve - your post is helpful but unfortunately it is not running right now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #25 Posted March 13, 2010 there is someone parting out a 753 on ebay If the seller's name is "jonrock3", that wasn't a 753. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
