RJ 35

[puddlejumper 67]

I have acquired a rj 35 basket case, well washtub, any how I could use some pictures of the pawl assembly, I am missing the springs, I have a piece of springsteel in the tub that apears to be homemade and I can see where the guy was heading but missed a little. This is my first dealings with a 35 and since I didnt take it apart I feel like I have done allright putting it together by the seat of my pants so far. I could also use some pictures of the reversing disk and front steering arm from shaft to tierod., These Items I am missing and need to see if I can make or need to start begging for. Thats it for now. Thanks in advance for any help and stay tuned for further wish list.

[Kelly 1,033]

Come on your no new guy where is the pictures???

sorry I can't help on the questions, it's to old for me, i've never had one.

[puddlejumper 67]

What do you want a picture of the tub A slight edit to last post not missing pulleys just reversing disk. I will go out and take some pictures although I think its been on here before.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,539]

I am not sure exactly what you need but I think it is this..

[puddlejumper 67]

Heres some pictures, I guess I should put some up since I asked for some.

[puddlejumper 67]

Thanks steve, but more precisely the workings of the pawl themselves, what causes them to ratchet from foward to reverse.

[smokin joe 31]

The tie rod is in the last picture you posted.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,539]

The pawl has a spring that is in it. I have an nos pawl. Are you going to the show? I can bring it and you can take measurements and maybe get a few make??

[smokin joe 31]

The pawl spring is what triggers the pawls to go forward to reverse....

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,539]

Also.. that looks to be a 1956 in pretty good shape ...

[puddlejumper 67]

Steve could you just post me a picture of the spring and show it in its proper location. I have the pawls just not sure what I am looking for in the way of a spring.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,539]

It is to the right of the end of hte pawl facing the backplate. You can see it in this pic. It actually sticks in sideways.

[puddlejumper 67]

Gotcha, Is there one on both ends of the pawl or just one.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,539]

just one

[puddlejumper 67]

Thanks, not to be pushy but how about the workings of the reversing disk.

[puddlejumper 67]

Thanks duke, tie rod question answered is that a newer design spring on that pawl, or older than what steve posted. Mine I believe are closer to steves. Not been back out. Have not done this much typing all at once since high school.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,539]

Here is the reverse disk. I think Bill Jenkins is reproducing them :dunno

[HorseFixer 2,013]

Thanks duke, tie rod question answered is that a newer design spring on that pawl, or older than what steve posted. Mine I believe are closer to steves. Not been back out. Have not done this much typing all at once since high school.

Nope, This 1956 tractor was unmolested to the best of my knowledge untill I got ahold of it! My 55 has the same setup? Soooo dont know what to tell ya! Need anything else lemme know if I can help.

Cheers ~Duke

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[VinsRJ 723]

Either set up would be correct for the paw. Steve is right on with the pulley and reverse disc. Joe Papke also sells them. And I agree looks like you have a nice foundation of a 35.

[puddlejumper 67]

I didnt do much with the tractor today spent quite abit of time getting the pawl assembly removed from right side of tractor so I could remove axle. But it was enough that I have a few more questions. First the pawl had not been removed from right side and it has no holes for a spring its identical to the other one except for that. I will drill a hole for the spring and it should be fine. But was wondering if anybody had ran across this before. And if it was possibly a pawl from a bolens, sears gravely two wheel tractor with driven hubs. Also I think bolen hubs will work but I was wandering about a sears two wheel tractor ( I think I can acquire one pretty cost effective). Also Is there supposed to be a spring of some sort to hold the variable drive pulley closed and if so a picture would be appreciated.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,539]

I bought the set of bolens hubs off ebay a few weeks ago. If you are in a pinch I could sell them to you. From what I see so far the difference is minor and should work on your rj.

[puddlejumper 67]

Thanks for the offer steve, the above rambling, was more of a I wonder rather than a I need. However, one of these hubs does show considerable more wear than the other. So if things start slipping I may take you up on your offer. I am going to see about the sears tractor, I know it has driven hubs and I think its mine if I ask. May be another source of parts for the next guy. Only one way to know for sure is to take a closer look.

Does the variable speed pulley work entirely on the force of one belt being forced to act against the other as far as what position or (gear) it is in, or is there supposed to be a spring of some sort that holds it in a given position that is overridden with applied force. Mine slides back and forth freely but stays where you put it. In my minds eye I can see the possibility of a internal spring to hold it open which should be a lower drive ratio until force is applied to the other belt closing the v and raising the ratio.

[HorseFixer 2,013]

Does the variable speed pulley work entirely on the force of one belt being forced to act against the other as far as what position or (gear) it is in, or is there supposed to be a spring of some sort that holds it in a given position that is overridden with applied force. Mine slides back and forth freely but stays where you put it. In my minds eye I can see the possibility of a internal spring to hold it open which should be a lower drive ratio until force is applied to the other belt closing the v and raising the ratio.

Yikes slides back and forth freely? You do have notches (drilled holes) that the forward reverse speed selector lever locks into correct? Yes pushing the lever fwd The belt becomes tighter spinning the variable speed pully faster centrifigul force takes over and your off to see the WIZZARD.

I am amazed everytime I look at it. Quite a neat bit of engineering.

Cheers ~Duke

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[puddlejumper 67]

removed pawl from right side and it has no holes for a spring its identical to the other one except for that. I will drill a hole for the spring and it should be fine.

Yea right, Ha Ha Ha, That pawl is harder than a honeymoon..... :hide:

[VinsRJ 723]

Ya, they can be a bit of work to get out..... Joe papke has repros if you should damage the originals.