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Just started snowing here about 10 minutes ago. A blizzard warning is in effect, so it will be windy today. The snow should be fairly light and powdery...we'll see. The amount of snow in the forecast has been going down as the storm has been approaching, so we're only expecting about 4 inches today, but here along the coast the local conditions can vary quite a bit, and with the wind we might get some significant drifts. I slogged my way down to the shore yesterday, and despite some considerable melting having taken place, the snow was still knee-deep in places, so I got a good workout in both directions, especially hiking back up the hill to the house, even though it's only about 450 feet from the shore, with an 80-foot elevation change.
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Since I'm on a small block kick this one in for somewhat of appears to be some leakage. Bit of oil wash but not quite due for serious motor work. Doesn' smoke terrible. Some others to get at first. Orginal gasket on left. Stens generic "graphite" one on right. Note the fire ring on orginal. Have not found a source for these yet. Anyone else? Didn't see any signs of of a blown gasket but bolts kinda loose. Probably could have just retorqued. Tempted to use orginal gasket over i know some have done it. While the head is off. I've got a few glassing pics and will do a mini instructional on it. I know there are tons on YT but... Back together ... nothin like a fresh head. New fuel filter & lines too. This was supposed to be in engines my bad... Mods please move.
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3522 was used for many years on the 3 speed tranny through '65 at least, I did not look any further ahead. 3521 looks to be specific to the 3 piece, 3 speed tranny.
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Our river always freezes over, which is why I have to pull our dock out prior to every winter, but I believe that the ice thickness has been decreasing over the 18 years that we've been in Maine. Personally, I never walk out on the river ice since there's still a sizeable current running under the ice, which can cause the thickness to vary. Also, our tidal changes cause fracturing of the ice (despite being tidal, we're inland far enough from the ocean that it's still fresh water and freezes). If you hit a thin spot on a frozen river, it can be worse than falling through on a frozen lake if the current happens to be strong enough to pull you under the ice.
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I spent about 5 mins trying to use the 2-stage blower on my 522xi, then parked it back in the garage and jumped on the old trusty 314-8 with the plow on the front. This was definitely too sticky and wet for the blower. It was picking it up and throwing it, but not more than a few feet. Wasn't worth the effort
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Looks like you got a pretty enjoyable drive way to blow Coach. Aside from stuff your wife is probably telling you to get rid of. I'm workin on it dear I'm working on it. 'Till Shynon texts me about a 754 ...
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1989 C125 starting problems- Maine Mechanic?
peter lena replied to Maine Red Horse's topic in Engines
@Maine Red Horse regularly refer to recovering an engine stage , WITH A SEPERATE GALLON OF HEAVILY TREATED FRESH FUEL , drop carb bowl , like a fuel filter just before it , also fuel check valve , transparent fuel hose , you can see clean fuel holding up to carb , always take advantage of change , fuel hose breakdown is very common , been adding ounce or two of STA BIL , to every tank top off . have had zero fuel hose debris , for years , never leave a tank empty , always top of after use . modifications / changes I have made over the years , eliminated / stopped repetitive issues . realise this is a real challenge to many . very often simple / easy . makes me think of a rusty choke / throttle cable , sounds like a hack saw blade on threaded wire ? this is a great place to improve on / simple / easy too . you want penetrant to run out other end , also touch up any related , linkage / lever area , have also added light extension springs to my pull point / cable pull ? always pulling to close ? assists you at every setting , dare to experiment , it works , pete -
Your 1990 416H original paint color is still available in a spray can, (Toro 361-10 New Red) goggle it, it's not cheap but it is quality paint. The only problem with it is with a tractor that old the paint may be faded some so not a perfect match now.
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Same here but maybe different name brand. I got tired of not having the right length wires and started making my own. Little upfront investment but crimp tool and supplies have already paid for themselves.
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Progression of the storm up till now. It is still snowing heavily, so not even going to attempt cleaning anything up yet. Note in the last picture, the blower is covered now.
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Ok if it's the wet slush I'm stayin home. Looked like powder on TV/GMA. That's a goodly amount when you can't tell what's on the back deck.
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@ wayne0 yup , almost seams quaint today , have that in my memory log , somewhare , pete
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Happy Borned on Day, Howard
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This is what I am afraid of
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Just finished snow blowing, this stuff stuck to the blower like the last time despite the cooking spray.
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Hope it's the best one ever.
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My back deck
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I had several Cub Cadets, most of them were narrow frame Cubs, like your 122. In fact, I had a couple of 122s, a couple of 123s, three 104s, and a 100. I used one of the 123s to push snow one winter and I also had a back blade attached to it at one point. I only had one wide frame, and it was a quiet line, a 1650. I also had some newer MTD made Cubs, from the mid 1990s, and one lawn tractor from the mid 1980s. I have a fondness for the IH made Cubs, they were great machines, especially the late 1970s, early 1980s red 82 series Cub Cadets that were still IH made. Unfortunately, like a lot of lawn and garden tractors today, the last 20 years or so, the Cub Cadets just aren't as good as the IH made and the early MTD ones. They don't really have a true garden tractor, in my opinion. Sad.
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I can honestly say this is the 2nd biggest snow we've had this year.. As much as I like to push snow I do not envy u guys that are getting hammered. Staybwarm and safe out there!
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I had a card to drive my Mother to work at Salem Hospital. I was 24 with a Jeep Wagoneer.
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520H Hydro Fan Alternatives (Too many broken blades)
Handy Don replied to 56servi's topic in Restorations, Modifications, & Customizations
I think this came only on the Toro models. The wire was routed along with fuel level sensor and tail lights. I don’t remember the exact placement but somewhere at the right rear. Are you thinking to bet your hydro on a 25 yo sensor, associated wiring, and an indicator lamp? -
Thank you guys for the happy birthdays
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If the cards play out right hopefully
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Ok thanks
