Jparkes43 329 #1 Posted November 8, 2015 Hello everone.Since doing my engine swap on my lawn ranger i have been thinking about a throttle pedal setup for the ranger. i was thinking about using either a mirrored version of the clutch/brake pedal that is on it currently or using the same pedal and just turning it around. just wondering if anyone has done this?? was thinking this was because it would look sort of original while still having good functionality and convenience rather than a push/pull stick on the dash (in my opinion)James Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jparkes43 329 #2 Posted November 8, 2015 Don't worry guys just noticed that the shaft in which the footrest is placed isn't long enough for a pedal and foot rest as there is a large bend in the rod preventing me from sliding a pedal over. James Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 42,009 #3 Posted November 8, 2015 Hello everone. using the same pedal and just turning it around. just wondering if anyone has done this?James I used this idea to make the foot pedal motion control for my 520H. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 18,108 #4 Posted November 8, 2015 Probably not a good idea for a worker or cruiser type tractor anyway. The governor takes care of everything.I did do one like that for a 35+ MPH hot rod tractor where lots of throttle change was necessary. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jparkes43 329 #5 Posted November 8, 2015 (edited) Hello. Thank you all for your replies. I used this idea to make the foot pedal motion control for my 520H.This looks good but not quite what i was thinking but thanks any way Probably not a good idea for a worker or cruiser type tractor anyway. The governor takes care of everything.I did do one like that for a 35+ MPH hot rod tractor where lots of throttle change was necessary. Hello. i see your point but my ranger isn't standard for working etc. i engine swapped it to a go kart Honda GX200 so its more of a show vehicle and i will one day change the gearing. its not got a governor on it as it is a go kart engine. i am going for something you did i supposeI know it doesn't look like much right now but it is in mock up stage and is ready pretty much for a teardown and winter restoration project ready for the new year in case you haven't here is my build thread check it out if you want (http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/topic/58006-lawn-ranger-20/?page=3#comment-554682) it going to be the original red with a semi original look. The story is i had already done a restoration on this tractor as when i bought the tractor it wasn't the best looking and then engine was going anyway and run horribly so when i came to put it back together the engine just refused to work and i tried and tried and tried so much but gave up on it and therefore i ended up changing plans and getting a new engine for it. so i primered up things that were going to be changed to stop some of the corrosion while i worked on it but once i have done some weldig i will do another full restoration ad then a rebuild. James Edited November 8, 2015 by Jparkes43 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 42,009 #6 Posted November 8, 2015 I think it looks pretty Kool as is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jparkes43 329 #7 Posted November 8, 2015 (edited) I think it looks pretty Kool as is. Thanks! its nice to hear positive words from others. i certainly like how it is looking as i think it just works so well together but i think after a painting it will look amazing! and show ready.p.s the wheels are staying black. got the red paint and new original decals to go on. thew wheel horse on the front will be hand painted white. have wire mesh for the grille James Edited November 8, 2015 by Jparkes43 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,744 #8 Posted November 8, 2015 @Jparkes43 If you "google" garden tractor foot throttle, you will find all kinds of sites dealing with this topic. Way too many for me to copy & paste for you.Also, do a search on garden tractor pulling sites, as these pullers all have foot throttles.Good luck and keep us posted!PS....I saw a post on "how to make your GT faster"! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jparkes43 329 #9 Posted November 8, 2015 @Jparkes43 Also, do a search on garden tractor pulling sites, as these pullers all have foot throttles. Good luck and keep us posted! PS....I saw a post on "how to make your GT faster"! Thanks very much! i will defiantly check those options out.haven't seen that post. i will have a lookJames Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
callum12 257 #10 Posted November 11, 2015 there is a youtuber called 'fearless front' he does a lot of mud mowing and has made a foot throttle while maintaining the dash throttle feature. not sure what video its one though, you'll have to do a search or something. I'm pretty sure its on his diesel sears. callum 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jparkes43 329 #11 Posted November 11, 2015 good idea! i totally forgot about his channel i am subscribed to him so i will have a lookJames Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
