Evguy 556 #26 Posted September 29, 2022 12 hours ago, Snoopy11 said: This was... more than a slow leak... Don Stick a patch on, its fine 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #27 Posted October 2, 2022 Snoopified... and added some extra lights... (I realized that I couldn't see the sides of the mowing deck when I run the machine in the dark)... Don 2 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #28 Posted October 8, 2022 'das bright.... Don 5 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,625 #29 Posted October 9, 2022 @Snoopy11 like your progress , just steadily getting after everything! would get after related belt drive bouncing on deck , maybe add a couple of idler pulleys ? same idea on the long unsupported chain drive set up , maybe a bolt on bracket with a chain idler sprocket just to control that chain flop , detail in those front swivel wheels , often have serious drag issues . that w/d 40 spray definitely helped looks , paint feed . also detail in those drive levers , probably loaded with play/ sloppy action . pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #30 Posted October 9, 2022 (edited) 9 hours ago, peter lena said: @Snoopy11 like your progress , just steadily getting after everything! would get after related belt drive bouncing on deck , maybe add a couple of idler pulleys ? same idea on the long unsupported chain drive set up , maybe a bolt on bracket with a chain idler sprocket just to control that chain flop , detail in those front swivel wheels , often have serious drag issues . that w/d 40 spray definitely helped looks , paint feed . also detail in those drive levers , probably loaded with play/ sloppy action . pete Thanks @peter lena... I appreciate the pep talk. There is a bit of slop in the drive levers. I haven't quite decided what I want to do about that. When I move them together to start moving, they touch each other... it's a little annoying, honestly... In other news... you know... Pete I started growing a beard a couple of months ago... just to top off the goatee... and I use Lucas grease to keep it all slicked back and under control.... Don Edited October 9, 2022 by Snoopy11 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evguy 556 #31 Posted October 9, 2022 to start moving, they touch each other... it's a littleannoying, honestly... I had a thought of cutting 1/2 inch off each. Or a bit of weld on the stop block. Jerry 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #32 Posted October 9, 2022 3 hours ago, Evguy said: I had a thought of cutting 1/2 inch off each. Or a bit of weld on the stop block True, I thought about a bit of weld as well. I didn't think about cutting them... maybe another good option... Honestly though... after a full day of mowing with it... I really don't ever notice it to be an issue... funny how you can unconsciously train yourself... Don 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #33 Posted October 11, 2022 Well, one of the idler pulleys for the blade belt blew out today... so I had to order another... A little frustrating.... Don Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #34 Posted November 17, 2022 Updating this thread. The machine has been running like a champ since I worked out the starter solenoid issue. I won't go into too much detail about that... but I am going to really start digging into this machine over the winter. I plan to dismount the mowing deck, repair some holes in it. I want to completely disassemble all electrical components, and rewire everything with new wire. I plan to paint all interior engine bay components, frame, etc. I plan to change all the belts on the machine, completely clean all chain drive components and lubricate everything... grease all deck components and pack idler bearings wherever possible. I plan to change all the oils in the machine. I may very well paint the rims as well. I think this machine will look pristine when I am done. Pretty much, I wan to ensure that this machine is reliable. While it won't get much use, if any, in the Spring and Summer (the JD zero turn is the main mower)... I want it to be a reliable backup mower for when (notice I say WHEN not IF) the JD zero turn has failures. Stay tuned, this one is going to be a sweet winter project!!! Don 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sjoemie himself 3,068 #35 Posted November 17, 2022 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #36 Posted November 17, 2022 Anybody got any ideas on what color of paint to buy for the rims? I am looking for some type of Rustoleum to match the current color... Maybe you, @sjoemie himself? @ebinmaine @Jeff-C175 @davem1111 Don Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sjoemie himself 3,068 #37 Posted November 17, 2022 To match it something like a silver grey might work although that's a little bright. Since you're going with a bomber theme I think gunmetal grey or anthracite might look mean 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Freightliner Guy 1,327 #38 Posted November 17, 2022 Ooh I got one white or red that’d look cool ish or gold or silver or black. Kollin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #39 Posted November 17, 2022 1 minute ago, sjoemie himself said: Since you're going with a bomber theme I think gunmetal grey or anthracite might look mean Anthracite! Never heard of it before... I had to Google search it... I LIKE IT!!! You definitely get where I am going with this machine though... going for that 'mean' aggressive look... Don 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #40 Posted November 17, 2022 When I am done with it... I want ZERO rust anywhere on the machine... I have Spraymax 2k clear coat in stock here on the funny farm, and lot's of other paint and supplies. I plan to get started on it pretty soon... with lots of ...of course... Don 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,472 #41 Posted November 17, 2022 Looks silver? We haven't used any silver trying to match. Best bet might be try a couple. Whichever one DOESN'T match use as a base coat or another project. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeff-C175 7,202 #42 Posted November 17, 2022 23 minutes ago, Snoopy11 said: Anybody got any ideas on what color of paint to buy for the rims? I am looking for some type of Rustoleum to match the current color... Maybe you, @sjoemie himself? @ebinmaine @Jeff-C175 @davem1111 Don They gray-ish now? When I was doing the VW I liked the Rust-Oleum wheel paint, but it is a metallic. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 6,659 #43 Posted November 18, 2022 I used Graphite wheel paint by Dupli Color on the 312; 1 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #44 Posted November 18, 2022 26 minutes ago, Lee1977 said: I used Graphite wheel paint by Dupli Color on the 312 Oh I like that a LOT!!! Thank-you very much! I think I am going to go with that... looking to order some now... 1 hour ago, ebinmaine said: Looks silver? 1 hour ago, Jeff-C175 said: They gray-ish now? Eric, Jeff, yes, they are grayish silver... mixed with tinges of rust... and UH-GUH-LY!!! Don 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davem1111 2,030 #45 Posted November 18, 2022 16 hours ago, Snoopy11 said: Anybody got any ideas on what color of paint to buy for the rims? I am looking for some type of Rustoleum to match the current color... Maybe you, @sjoemie himself? @ebinmaine @Jeff-C175 @davem1111 Don I've been using Rustoleum Shell White on my rims, but I think in your case the Graphite or some Silver would look great. I like the way that Graphite looks - may need to get some of that. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Southern_Secret 463 #46 Posted November 18, 2022 Can you attach implement's to this machine? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #47 Posted November 18, 2022 Just now, Southern_Secret said: Can you attach implement's to this machine? Now that you mention it... I do believe that you could put an Agri-fab blade on this machine... but keep in mind... removing the mowing deck is NOT an enjoyable task!!! Don Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Southern_Secret 463 #48 Posted November 18, 2022 @Snoopy11 Wasn't sure if it was made for that or not, I just noticed the PTO on the back and thought it might be. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #49 Posted November 18, 2022 1 minute ago, Southern_Secret said: Wasn't sure if it was made for that or not, I just noticed the PTO on the back and thought it might be. I don't think it was necessarily made for implements... and I do try to take it easy with the hydros on this machine. I always come to a complete stop before going backwards, and I don't pressure the machine to turn quickly... (okay, I'll be honest, it isn't just about taking care of the hydros... this thing will RIP YOUR YARD UP!!!) LOL Since I have... 6? machines in the shop now, 2 of which are hard workers... the 718-Z can live a life of luxury and relaxation. Don 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #50 Posted November 18, 2022 i.e., I don't do this: Don 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
