Fire_fighter625 103 #1 Posted June 13, 2016 Bought a lawn ranger today. Almost wondering if it was worth the $60. Looks like it's missing a gas tank too. :/ idk thoughts from the pros? 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bert 760 #2 Posted June 13, 2016 Looks like it's well worth what you payed 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACman 7,630 #3 Posted June 13, 2016 (edited) Looks like a good starting point for a restmod. If the trannys good I'd say ya done well ! Edited June 13, 2016 by ACman 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 11,160 #4 Posted June 13, 2016 (edited) Jarrett : the rear tires are worth that ! The Lawn Ranger transmissions are usually good and the hood can be sandblasted back into a shiny one! $60 is two dinners at Olive Garden ! Edited June 13, 2016 by Lane Ranger 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fire_fighter625 103 #5 Posted June 13, 2016 I'm pretty green to a restore this in depth. You will have to stop by and educate me, Lane. It's going to need a lot of work. Figured I'd make it a slow project. Wasn't sure if I got hurt or not. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JPWH 6,303 #6 Posted June 13, 2016 I think you got a good buy and a good start for a rebuild too! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fire_fighter625 103 #7 Posted June 13, 2016 Man, I hope you guys are correct lol. I got it home and asked what I got myself into. But slow and steady wins the race. I can't wait to get going on it. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,160 #8 Posted June 13, 2016 You might be suprised... these things still work wonders. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,744 #9 Posted June 13, 2016 @Fire_fighter625 You did good for $60, and Lane can lead you in the right direction! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,206 #10 Posted June 14, 2016 If the steering wheel is original to the tractor ,you have yourself a 1968 Lawn ranger. Other than the engine, looks like most of it's there. I'll also add, well worth the $60...in my opinion . 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jparkes43 329 #11 Posted June 14, 2016 (edited) Wow you did get a deal. Love the lawn rangers. @AMC RULES is correct. They work wonders, i've used a lot of them! Now, wheres my pictures for inspiration. when i got mine (pictures make it look a lot better than what it was) but still gives you an idea to as of yesterday. not original i know but wanted to have something a little different. good luck with your project @Fire_fighter625 and i tell you now you wouldn't find one over here in the uk for $60!! James Edited June 14, 2016 by Jparkes43 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 11,160 #12 Posted June 14, 2016 At one time I had two -now down to one with the snowblower. They are great tractors! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,469 #13 Posted June 14, 2016 That Ranger was already restomodded at one time! Battery under the seat? Flip up seat? Modified engine plate? Good buy for $60. That's what I'd offer. The steering wheel is worth that. If it were mine, I'd drop in a 8HP Kohler or a small diesel! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fire_fighter625 103 #14 Posted June 17, 2016 I went to begin tearing it down. I had to drill the pin for the steering wheel and now I can't even get the steering wheel off! I don't want to damage the original intact steering wheel. Any suggestions? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JPWH 6,303 #15 Posted June 17, 2016 I had to build a hydraulic press to get my 854 steering wheel off. Do a search steering wheel removal. Lots of food advice. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
