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Don't tempt me! Haha I do plan on either building or getting a loader some day, but not yet.
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I was wondering if someone using them. As of now I stacked 2 mechanical ones and I bought CarBole 2-3.5 psi, I'm waiting for delivery . I did fab 1/8 block off plate, just in case, I'm going to try another aftermarket plastic one first.
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Solid advice. The old saying "The more you look, the more you find" comes to mind. The source of the oil consumption is not limited to the rings - the clearance between the valves & their guides may now be excessive - if so best to replace both. Do this first - when you pull the head off, look for the "STD" marking on top of the piston. IF it already says ".030", you will most likely be looking for a different rebuildable engine... If it says ".010" you can still go to .030 over - IF that is enough to clean up the entire bore after reboring. Accurate measurements are required to determine this... You say you want this to be a worker - .010 over may be your best bet.
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Thanks for the responses and I think I'll look into adjusting the scrapper edge so it's closer to the ground. I do have another tractor with a plow and that is something I can pursue as well. Actually, the more I think about it, I suspect the asphalt will be fine even if the edge rubs here and there. Sometimes an over active imagination, is not a good thing...
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I would say that's a great reason to rebuild that engine. Do it right, and it will last another 40 years. I would spend the money to have the bore reworked, and the valve seats. Also check the crank pin as per the manual. OEM pistons, rods, and rings are hard to find, but there are decent aftermarket ones available. If you download the Kohler manual you can handle the rest of it. Me personally, I would also delete the balance gears. It'll thump a bit more, but you won't have to worry about them destroying that K341...
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kpinnc replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
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@lynnmor it' is over the high point of the lobe. Took some pic's, the blue dots is the length of the dig. Looks like I'm looking for another cam.
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DB Electric has rebuild kits for the Kohler starters. They also sell aftermarket ones.
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Tire Recommendations for steep, snowy, mud
Alrashid2 replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
I can't thank you all enough for the advice! I really appreciate it. Ultimately I'd like to stick with just tires, no chains, for now. I think I've decided to try the Carlisle All Trails in 23x8.00-12 for the rear, and some Deestone D837 4 ribbed tires for the front in 15x6-6. The All Trails in the rear should be awesome in the snow and mud, and I think the 4-rib front tires will help me not only in the mud, but also when turning while plowing snow https://www.tires-easy.com/15-6.00-6/deestone-tires/d837-rib/tirecode/DS7217 https://www.tires-easy.com/23-8.00-12/carlisle-tires/all-trail/tirecode/511506 Any objections? -
I have a great pulling and mechanically solid '74 c160 hydro but it burns a bit of oil. I would like to use acceessories. Would you have any reservation about putting the effort into replacing rings and re-seating valves with intentions of using it for work? Thanks!
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8ntruck replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
For turf duty, my C-195 had severe understeer with the old, dried out, original turf savers. I swapped them out for for some 5 rib tires from Miller Tire. Can't remember the brand right now, but it started with a V. Haven't driven this tractor in the snow yet, so I can't comment on how well they would work. They are an improvement on turf, though. Others have installed a length of #35 roller chain around the center of the tread on their front tires to improve snow performance. The chain is a tight fit with the tire deflated, then when air is added, the tire expands inside the chain and hold it on. Said to be very effective. -
Yes. I have two of them. Model YTZ14S. One on a K181 and another on a Vanguard 14. Used one on the Bronco with a K321 for a while too. I think they have as good or better cranking power than typical L&G batteries. Can't speak for longevity because I've only had them for 2 years but so far so good. Very nice when space is tight, but if using a standard WH battery box you'll need a block behind it. I prefer that anyway so that it doesn't get close to the drive belt.
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Maybe this one from Home Depot will fit, they call it a U1: https://www.homedepot.com/p/MIGHTY-MAX-BATTERY-ML35-12-12-Volt-35AH-U1-Deep-Cycle-AGM-Solar-Battery-Replaces-33Ah-34Ah-36Ah-ML35-1274/321507826?MERCH=REC-_-brand_based_collection-_-308970494-_-1-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a
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If that is where the pin for the points ride you will never get the timing right. Is that the high point of the lobe?
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lynnmor replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
I bought a used 520H that had a new pair of front tires like yours, I believe they were 16" I couldn't wait to get those slippery things off and replace with Kenda K500 Super Turfs like I have on the other three. My opinion is that anything will be better than what you have. Now about my experience with the Kenda Turfs front and rear is that they work rather well on anything but muddy conditions where they load up fast. I only use rubber chains on my snowblowing tractor although I have a pair for the others. I use 75 weights on two tractors and 55 pound weights on the other two. I only put on steel chains for tilling. -
Should we start looking for you??? Pullstart has one that is a basket ... nevermind
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Who the heck dem boys?!?!? You need to broaden your horizons and get up there then... I meant the stuff they use in the lower 48!
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Changing /swapping Hydraulic fluid
c-series don replied to squonk's topic in Implements and Attachments
@WHX?? Since I have never operated equipment in Alaska or Canada I am not sure if they use different oils? Perhaps I should put a call into Parker Schnable or Tony Beets? 😂 -
Tire Recommendations for steep, snowy, mud
TonyToro Jr. replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
I have the same exact ones but the “Wanda” brand. Awesome tires! And great price. - Yesterday
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Tonytoro416 replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Being a hydro tractor you get tight for the rear tires in a hurry if too wide. 8.50 wide would be great the 416 in my pictures are 23-10.50 but they have a small 3/4” or inch wheel spacer to make them not rub. On 8.50 wide wheels -
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Tonytoro416 replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
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Tonytoro416 replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
These tires are from SUNF think they were technically a golf cart tire but weight ratings are comparable to and lawn and garden tire. A lot cheaper than the Carlisle same style tread. I use this tractor for everything and have been impressed how well they hook up. I moldboard plow the garden with this tractor and she really bites. Was impressed with pushing snow also. Just 50 pounds of weight on each tire. Like to get them loaded with rim guard -
ALWAYS important to use the right tool for the job!
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Sparky-(Admin) replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
As usual Eric wasn’t very clear about how he feels about chains . In my opinion two link chains on turfs will out perform Ags or the All-Trails. The All Trails are a good all around tire that are a great choice if youre against using tire chains. My recommendation is to get the All-Trails AND get 2 link chains that you can install if the going is too difficult for the All-Trails. -
Oil fouled. The make anti foulers you can install on low RPM engines like a tractor, It raises the plug out of the cylinder to keep the oil out. If it is a high RPM or hard working engine you can burn a piston using them. Off the top of my head you may be able to use Autolite 386 or Champion 541 @pfrederi ?
