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After a few cranks, it fired up on carb cleaner sprayed in the carb and rad good (for a rough check) . I had it jacked up to change the rear tires, so kept spraying/running and moved the hydro control lever forward and backwards and hub rotates as they should.
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I am trying to fit my tiller that has not been fitted for 30 years, maybe more. The belt will not go on, no way no how and I think it must have shrunk, or the rubber has lost compliance, so I cannot get it on. It is the only belt I have that's close to this length, so it has to be the right one. My problem is now two fold. My model does not have a lever arm for the spring belt tensioner, and I know when I last used it it did not need the spring. It was so tight, back then, that it was a real pig to get on the big rear pulley anyway, now it seems impossible. Anyway, there is no lever arm on the attach-o-matic pulley and idler that mounts there to apply the spring to. Second, because my model seems to be somewhat unrecognised on here, it's a Belgium machine, I worry that if I get the standard length it will be slightly too long, requiring the spring loaded idler, which I do not have. Is there anywhere to look up what belt length is needed on my specific machine for my tiller? It's a C-140 8 speed, and has serial number 151391. Yes, I know there is no C-140 8 speed in the USA. See below. Everyone seemed very pleased to see one. Also below is the tiller: By the way, it's very late here now, so I won't check back in until tomorrow, so don't think I'm being rude if I don't reply further tonight to any suggestions. Thanks in advance. Regards Sutty
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If it does hold up I would paint that entire muffler with hi-heat black
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Oildyne 108 hydraulic pump from 72110
oliver2-44 replied to MShepheard's topic in Implements and Attachments
Clean it with some spray electrical cleaner. Use something like a tooth brush to gently scrub it. Test cleaner on a small spot of insulation and wait 30 minutes to insure it doesn't soften insulation. Set it in the hot sun, or in front of a heater (not to close) rotate to heat all sides, 100F -120F to slowly drive out moisture. All day, maybe 2 days. Then recheck resistance. don't worry about a resistance "number for the 1st step", you just want to get away from the dead short. Once you get away from the short, you can warm it some more to see if it resistance improves. Show us some pictures of everything. You will probable need to go to a hydraulic shop with you parts and old O-rings to match some new one up. A good industrial hydraulic will have flat file drawers full of every size and type O-ring. You want something like a Viton material, not exotic, just oil resistant compared to natural rubber. -
I think Cecil Pond was not too enthusiastic about his offspring having to swim upstream against a rising tide of planned obsolescence lawn equipment. While they would face some hard decisions along the way just as Cecil had it was becoming obvious that bowing out while the company was thriving made the most economic sense.
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Great post. Informative. It's not just garden tractors and lawn tractors. Much of the products we now purchase have a short life. (I sometimes wonder if it planned?) Appliance repair man (finally found one) told me this week our refrigerator is not worth repairing . (Cooling fine but interior light is real dim and loud buzzing from an item on a circuit board. Remove light and all is well other than no light inside ref.) When it comes time to replace, he suggested purchase the cheapest refrigerator (that wife could get by with ) and plan to replace every 6 to eight years. He listed a few name brands that he would not purchase and for sure don't purchase a brand whose name you don't recognize or am able to pronounce. I suppose enough of the components of our disposable items are able to be recycled to make this viable. Today, I sold a power miter box that I purchased in 1979. (Still had owner's manual.) Most of my power tools are more than 20 years old. The 520H should out last me. I'm a believer of maintenance. Believe it or not, we even cleaned the cooling fins on our refrigerator.
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Odds are good that'll be fine. I've cleaned at least a couple dozen carbs that way. I run them through the ultrasonic cleaner at least 3 to 5 cycles. Often more. When you're done with the UC - spray a whole can of brake cleaner through all the ports and orifices every which way but loose.
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Thanks for info! I've decided to put in ultrasonic bath w/current plugs in. Have talked w others who have used that method w/excellent results. I shall find out....
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
ebinmaine replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
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How many shows do you attend?
adsm08 replied to Sparky-(Admin)'s topic in non tractor related discussion
Well, it's week after next, so soon would be a good time to go. -
You guys always come through!
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Do yourself a favor - inflate the tube(s) to about 5 PSI a day or two before you actually need them to be sure they are OK... do not destroy the packaging in case they need to be returned. I inflate the tube, place it on a flat surface and place a small piece of plywood or cardboard on top. Record the height from the surface to the top of the board with a tape measure. Check the distance the next day - you may see a change.. Yes on the talcum powder - it lets the tube wiggle into its happy position when you inflate it.
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Mike, Well done! can't wait to see it in person.
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
sqrlgtr replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Painted some 42” and 48” mower deck belt gaurds. The 42’s (smaller set) are Rustoleum Regal Red and the 48’s (larger set) sprayed with Rustoleum Farm IH red. Today outside in full sun the Ih red looks to have a little more orange tint to it. I go back and forth on which flavor of these 2 shades I like the best and have come to the conclusion they are so close it just depends what day of week they where made to which shade is the darker of the two. Both were sprayed over gray primer and clear gloss sprayed on them soon as last coat of red was applied. -
3 x 79-2920 Recycler Blades - NEW
squonk commented on Bar Nuthin's classified in Wheel Horse for Sale
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
squonk replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Don't try to do any welding and use that coat hanger for "fill material!" -
I've only painted the hood and seat pan on this one. And I use International Harvester Red for all my WH red painting. This tractor was maroon when I got it about 4 years ago.
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
Andy N. replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Picked up this front deck mount about 1 month ago and the 42" deck on the way home from @Pullstart's plow day. Finiched getting it all mounted up and working today. The instructions want you to cut out a notch on the RH belt cover in order to clear the drive belt. Don't think I'll be doing that for now. Mows pretty good, but will get a little getting used to. Also need to get a hydro to install it on. Way too wet to mow due to all the storms that past few days, btu wanted to to make 1 pass around the garden to check the cut. IMG_9702.mp4 IMG_9703.mp4 IMG_9706.mp4 -
@Andy N. may I ask what shade of red is on that Steed? It appears a tad darker than the Regal Red I have been using, which I always liked but always thought it was a hair to light.
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Measuring the hole might be better than trying to measure a plug that has been wrecked when removed. Calipers would be best but if you have a good drill set you may be able to use that as plug gauges.
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Mini-Split AC/Heat Systems - Questions
squonk replied to oliver2-44's topic in non tractor related discussion
My 30 + year old 12,000 BTU. ( I bought it used about 30 yrs. ago! ) window shaker works great! I run it in the upstairs bedroom and the cool air sinks down the stairs like a reverse chimney. I have a cheapy Wally World 6 banger down stairs that runs when it's super hot like yesterday. House stays no warmer than 74°. When they die The service call will be first to MP to find another "real " R22 shaker or buy a new throw a way model and hope for 5 years out of it.No service calls or $10,000 installs! -
Have not picked it up yet
