ebinmaine 63,272 #26 Posted March 30, 2020 Nice running rig 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #28 Posted April 1, 2020 I know that I'm going to do a head gasket and definitely a shift boot and gear oil, but I don't know if I should paint it or leave the patina. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 8,874 #29 Posted April 1, 2020 When you do the head gasket be sure to check head flatness. If needed you can sand it flat with wet or dry sandpaper using a piece of glass as a flat plate to sand on 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #30 Posted April 1, 2020 2 minutes ago, oliver2-44 said: If needed you can sand it flat with wet or dry sandpaper using a piece of glass as a flat plate to sand on What grit would you recommend? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 8,874 #31 Posted April 1, 2020 Probable lots of opinions on the grit to use. I start with 220 then when it’s close to flat, maybe 80-90 % I go to 320 . I move the head in a figure 8 motion and turn it 180 in my hands ever so often. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,272 #32 Posted April 1, 2020 5 hours ago, Sam Pasch said: What grit would you recommend? 5 hours ago, oliver2-44 said: Probable lots of opinions on the grit to use. I start with 220 then when it’s close to flat, maybe 80-90 % I go to 320 . I move the head in a figure 8 motion and turn it 180 in my hands ever so often. I start a little coarser. I use figure 8s but also a straight back and forth. When I use a back and forth motion I rotate the head 90 degrees every few strokes to keep it even. 6 hours ago, Sam Pasch said: I don't know if I should paint it or leave the patina Only you can answer that. There are different opinions and reasons for that one too. Trina and I are normally "fresh paint people" but she's been running Pigpen (her 867) for a year or more with no plans to paint it yet. If in doubt... Don't paint it yet. The end result is great if you're willing to do the work but it isn't an overnight task. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,825 #33 Posted April 1, 2020 That thing runs like a top! I like those rear wheels and tires on it too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #34 Posted April 1, 2020 (edited) 35 minutes ago, pullstart said: I like those rear wheels and tires on it too Im pretty sure the rims are from when it was a pulling tractor. It had ags on it when grandpa bought it so I'm told, but they got worn out and got replaced with turfs. Edited April 1, 2020 by Sam Pasch 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #35 Posted April 2, 2020 I got the hole in the deck welded and put it back together. I lubed everything, painted the patch, sharpened the blades, and now the grass just needs to grow! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ohiofarmer 3,158 #36 Posted April 2, 2020 I cannot say enough good things about this stuff to coat the bottom of your deck. It is so bomb proof that I use it on battery trays. 87% of users give it five stars. All you do is get the deck down to tightly adhering rust and it will stay on and dries glass hard. https://agriguardcoatings.com/products/agriguard-coating-system A quart will easily do two coats on a deck, but you have to do the second coat before the first coat fully hardens as per the instructions 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #37 Posted April 3, 2020 Its gonna be needing a new shift boot. I just realized now I have a use for my wheel horse grease gun. 2 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,272 #38 Posted April 3, 2020 Nice grease gun... You can a shift boot from Wheelhorse parts and more.com 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #39 Posted April 3, 2020 I pulled the head off today. Its definitely been leaking judging by the sooty area on the side. The rest is in great shape. The cross hatch is even still on the cylinder bore. I've got a new gasket coming. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,272 #40 Posted April 3, 2020 22 minutes ago, Sam Pasch said: head Gonna flatten that out while you're waiting for the gasket? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #41 Posted April 3, 2020 Once I get some sand paper. I realized I don't have any in the garage right now. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lynnmor 6,802 #42 Posted April 3, 2020 You might want to flatten both the head and block. Any chance a used gasket was installed previously? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #43 Posted April 4, 2020 7 hours ago, lynnmor said: You might want to flatten both the head and block. Any chance a used gasket was installed previously? I have no idea what the PO did when he rebuilt the engine. The rest of it looked to be a pretty average job, so there is a possibility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #44 Posted April 9, 2020 I got some of the parts I ordered today:head gasket, air filter, fuel filter. I ordered a glass k&n fuel filter, so hopefully it last a while. I sanded the head flat and torqued the head down on gasket. I installed the filters and it seems to run stronger now with the new gasket. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #45 Posted April 10, 2020 I got a new shift boot today. Much better than the rotten one that was on it. Also, I decided to try and wet sand and polish "Roy" today. Glad I did. Does anyone know if the headlight lens that they sell at wheel horse parts and more will fit an 867? 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,272 #46 Posted April 10, 2020 Looks great! Have you flushed and changed the transmission oil? Not sure on the headlight lense. You could call and ask. Lowell and Joette are good folk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #47 Posted April 10, 2020 I'm gonna change the oil in the trans and the engine as soon as I can go to a store without being infected😁😁 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,272 #48 Posted April 10, 2020 5 minutes ago, Sam Pasch said: I'm gonna change the oil in the trans and the engine as soon as I can go to a store without being infected😁😁 Doesn't stop me. I'm essential, expendable, whatever it is..... I have to be out every day. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,272 #49 Posted April 10, 2020 To be honest, I order my oil and many other things online and get it delivered right to the house anyway. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam Pasch 449 #50 Posted April 11, 2020 I rigged up a go pro mount to film some Easter riding tomorrow. I would go out today but its raining here in Northern Illinois. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
