Bodean 35 #1 Posted October 14, 2023 Finally getting around to reassembly almost a roller 3 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #2 Posted October 14, 2023 How is the plate where the trans bolts to the frame? When I did my 854 many years ago, it had a big crack/split in it. My friend welded a piece of 1/4 inch steel over the whole area. Dam, she was sturdy after that. It was the first tractor I did, I had a big thread about it every step of the way. Your picture brought back memories. Best of luck. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,341 #3 Posted October 15, 2023 3 hours ago, JERSEYHAWG / Glenn said: When I did my 854 many years ago, it had a big crack/split in it Glenn - like this 854 parts tractor I got years ago - only one of the four holding the inch-worm puzzle together..... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bodean 35 #4 Posted October 15, 2023 No cracks so far my tires might be to big lol 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,634 #5 Posted October 15, 2023 @Bodean agree with @ri702bill on that plate , grease the INSIDE of that shift boot , so it moves easily , add a TYE WRAP , ABOVE THE BOOT , ON THE SHAFT , makes them last , also looking at the opportunity for improved wiring , linkage set ups ? improve as you go , eliminate / change problem areas , like LUCAS climbing gear lube , very good change , Pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,341 #6 Posted October 15, 2023 Looks really nice so far. As Glenn mentioned, reinforcing the "F" plate with a piece of hot rolled steel & longer bolts is the way to go. I added bolt in braces to stop the flexing and welded in the plate - years ago. No issues. 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,096 #7 Posted October 15, 2023 (edited) 11 hours ago, Bodean said: No cracks so far my tires might be to big lol No such thing! But you might wanna stick spacers under there to clear the brake drum. Edited October 15, 2023 by kpinnc 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,237 #8 Posted October 15, 2023 I keep thinking that a cool project would be making wheel spacers that include disk brakes. The ATV brake sets (mechanical and hydraulic) are pretty reasonable in price. One pedal for both would be fine but separate would be even cooler. @wallfish, @kpinnc? I know that @Oldskool did separate brakes for his Hiram. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,237 #9 Posted October 15, 2023 12 hours ago, Bodean said: No cracks so far The frame cracks come from torquing the frame under load. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bodean 35 #10 Posted October 26, 2023 On 10/15/2023 at 5:15 PM, kpinnc said: No such thing! But you might wanna stick spacers under there to clear the brake drum. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bodean 35 #11 Posted October 26, 2023 Thanks for the tip Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bodean 35 #12 Posted October 26, 2023 On 10/15/2023 at 9:12 AM, peter lena said: @Bodean agree with @ri702bill on that plate , grease the INSIDE of that shift boot , so it moves easily , add a TYE WRAP , ABOVE THE BOOT , ON THE SHAFT , makes them last , also looking at the opportunity for improved wiring , linkage set ups ? improve as you go , eliminate / change problem areas , like LUCAS climbing gear lube , very good change , Pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bodean 35 #13 Posted October 26, 2023 Just wondering how muct gear oil in the rear end and can i put it right in the gear shift hole Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,913 #14 Posted October 26, 2023 39 minutes ago, Bodean said: Just wondering how muct gear oil in the rear end and can i put it right in the gear shift hole that’s a perfect spot to fill! The manual shows 1.5 qts, but 6 speeds are spec’d for 2 qts and it’s virtually the same case. I always do 2 qts just because. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,634 #15 Posted October 26, 2023 @Bodean have a lot of accumulated hours on that TYE Warp shifter hold , the 3 of them work seamlessly ,greased the INSIDE OF THE BOOT , put it down on place , secure wrap ABOVE BOOT , NOT ON RUBBER , ON METAL SHAFT , works well , pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,096 #16 Posted October 26, 2023 3 hours ago, Bodean said: Thanks for the tip Holee Moleee that's a spacer! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
