Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #1 Posted January 30 Had to go rescue this 854 for a Benjamin this evening. It's a project, but I've had worse. Came with a wheel horse spike tooth harrow that bent and missing the hitch. I think the engine is newer than a 64 at least thats what the PO said.....it's free and the gears all seem to be there. Any 854 experts here wanna chime in? Probably gonna end up as a restoration! 6 11 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #2 Posted January 30 I gotta tell ya Mike I made a pact with the devil. Any model round hood I come across for fair coin I bring it home. Regardless of shape. Rough yes but all there in the way of guards and such. Only real sore spot I see might be the bottom front of the hood. Any plans for it yet? I have a square pan seat that needs repair you can have. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,323 #3 Posted January 30 Not a half bad start! Even the 2 spoke OE steering wheel looks good - most don't The parking brake looks to be - elseware. If the K181 runs - great score.... 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #4 Posted January 30 6 minutes ago, ri702bill said: parking brake looks to be - elseware. Missed that but I got them too and Dan can make them. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #5 Posted January 30 17 minutes ago, ri702bill said: The parking brake looks to be - elseware. I didn't even see that 🤣 when he said $100 I was loading it up in my mind already lol 21 minutes ago, WHX?? said: Any plans for it yet? I have a square pan seat that needs repair you can have. I think this one is gonna get a restoration. It would look good next to my patina 753. Looks like I'm gonna need some more stuff from you 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cody 276 #6 Posted January 30 I missed this on Craigslist yesterday! You got ahold of them 15 min before I did lol that's awesome I'm glad a member on here got it, Good luck with the project! 7 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,063 #7 Posted January 30 3 hours ago, Mike'sHorseBarn said: It's a project, but I've had worse. That tractor ain't rough. You should see the "swamp fresh" junk I've had to work with. I think it looks great! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,362 #8 Posted January 30 I don't see the key switch or the hood knurled knobs either. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #9 Posted January 30 17 minutes ago, rjg854 said: I don't see the key switch or the hood knurled knobs either. No they're gone. Both easily replaceable. I have a correct key switch on the shelf for this anyway. 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,362 #10 Posted January 30 How are the mounting spots for those knobs? The ones on my 854 were let's say not in the best shape. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #11 Posted January 30 the front will need chased with a tap, but will be ok. The mounting spots on the tank I'm going to have to fill with metal epoxy, drill and tap. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #12 Posted January 30 1 hour ago, rjg854 said: I don't see the key switch or the hood knurled knobs either. Look in the shifter tunnel Randy. Probably shot anyway but not a deal breaker. The more I look the more I think you got a benny harrow Mike and a 854 for free! 2 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #13 Posted January 30 7 hours ago, WHX?? said: The more I look the more I think you got a benny harrow Mike and a 854 for free! You may well be correct! The more I look the more I find I need! The entire electrical system needs built as it's all gone. Coil was missing the ignition wire so water got down in it and ruined it. Looks like we had a frame/transmission swap with a newer tractor. I think in looking at my 753 I can just cut that welded rod off and drill a hole for the thumb screw? Looks like the 2 piece tank was leaking g as well and the globs of goop were put on to try and stop it. I've never tried to take a 2 piece tank apart, but I've head it's miserable. I may just try to seal the inside with redkote and call it done. Thoughts on that? The missing emergency brake. Is a square hood bracket the same as a round hood? I have a square hood bracket. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #14 Posted January 31 Yep that's a '65 hood hinge. I would think cutting would work tho. On the parking brake lever I don’t think it will work. Look at the one on your 753 ...should be the same. On the tank I had the same problem on a 502. I sealed it. Worked great. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #15 Posted January 31 7 minutes ago, WHX?? said: On the tank I had the same problem on a 502. I sealed it. Worked great. That answers that question for me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #16 Posted February 3 Did a little work to it today, got the switch wired up. And the carb & fuel pump rebuilt. New exhaust, new plug wire, coil, points, condenser. Gotta get a battery yet and wire up the ammeter and then we should see what this engine is gonna sound like. 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #17 Posted February 4 She's a project Mike... wait till you see what Dan cursed me with. Pics and write up Tamara @Pullstart 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #18 Posted February 7 More work this evening. Took the voltage regulator off took the cover off, cleaned the contacts inside and out. Got the steering wheel off to work on the gas tank. What a good feeling when that comes off!! 6 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #19 Posted February 11 Anyone know what's going on here? Looks like we have a suburban toolbox with the 854 fenders. Is that what everyone else is seeing? Also it looks like someone has been in the engine. New piston and the valve seats look new. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,081 #20 Posted February 11 I think you're fine on the fenders. My 854 has the same extra holes. RedKote is a great sealer to use. I've done several 2 piece tanks with 100% success. Cleanliness is the key. Are any of these levers right? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #21 Posted February 11 2 hours ago, Racinbob said: I think you're fine on the fenders. My 854 has the same extra holes. RedKote is a great sealer to use. I've done several 2 piece tanks with 100% success. Cleanliness is the key. Are any of these levers right? Yes! That one on the right is correct! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,081 #22 Posted February 12 PM me your address Mike. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 2,998 #23 Posted February 15 (edited) Coated the inside of the tank this evening, now wait for it to dry and then probably do another coat. Took the brake cover off the side. This thing is just a cobbled mess of parts. That's a square hood parking brake. I might as well look for a round hood carcass for parts! Edited February 15 by Mike'sHorseBarn 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #24 Posted February 15 16 minutes ago, Mike'sHorseBarn said: This thing is just a cobbled mess of parts. Yes but saveable... what did you expect for a Frankie. Good thing the tractors I score for ya are fairly complete... It just make me wonder... what on earth could a PO been thinking when he drilled that hole above the fine fine wire job?!?! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #25 Posted February 16 Are you planning on a full blown paint resto on this girl Mike? If so I may have what you need. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
