matt monte 225 #1 Posted June 25, 2022 can somebody please help. Im restoring a 308-8. its actually coming out rather well. Anyway it never had PTO linkage. The parts tractor did. i was at a loss on how to install it in freshly painted chassis. I finally bent side panel in parts one to remove. I just got done installing wiring harness, assuming all of this needs to come apart? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,453 #2 Posted June 25, 2022 Would the illustrated parts list help? Wheel Horse often used a bushing followed by a snap ring and this is what holds the shaft in position. https://www.partstree.com/models/21-08k801-308-8-toro-lawn-tractor-1986/pto-clutch-and-control-20/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt monte 225 #3 Posted June 25, 2022 thanks for responding. if u zoom in, its welded. i can see how a previous owner did this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt monte 225 #4 Posted June 25, 2022 there is no way in hell im bending up that side panel to muscle it into new chassis the way i ham fisted it out of parts tractor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt monte 225 #5 Posted June 25, 2022 there was a snap ring i removed but i suppose it was to merely hold her from rattling. of course i have time today to work on this. wanted to put engine and wheels on so i can clean up my shop a little better. i have a 312-8 i constantly use for reference but clearly i can see what to do by just looking at it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt monte 225 #6 Posted June 25, 2022 i just re read my post. to clarify: not seeing how the PTO clutch lever gets installed without bending side plate to wedge it in, the rest of linkage bars to engine i can figure out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 9,242 #7 Posted June 25, 2022 @matt montewhile I agree with @gwest_ca on pictures and parts , cannot emphasize enough on snug fitting and grease lubricated starting points , went to local h/w store pullout drawer section for plastic / nylon washers and also steel washers to firm up those sloppy starting points , especially at the lever start point , when its solid / smooth , it increases its function , lubricate every motion point , zero rust . did that on my 3 horses , no problems / no effort , pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt monte 225 #8 Posted June 25, 2022 ill totally lube it up. how does it fit though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thor27 835 #9 Posted June 27, 2022 Matt, just have to remove the horizontal shelf that bolts to the sides with 2 carriage bolts. You had them removed out of one side... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt monte 225 #10 Posted June 27, 2022 thanks, took me a while to figure out that comes out. all buttoned up, got linkage bar in place. had to remove a bunch of stuff i had just installed. Was not very happy. Ill post pics when im finished Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
