Easton Rich 449 #1 Posted January 3 This is my 2025 project, I’m combining a commando 8 and a b80. The reason is both were free and the k241 was $50. SCORE IN MY BOOK!!! 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #2 Posted January 3 Have any of you jammed a k241 in a commando or anything like it? If so I need advise on how, my hood is 2 or 3 inches from sitting in the slot. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 69,817 #4 Posted January 4 5 hours ago, Easton Rich said: Have any of you jammed a k241 in a commando or anything like it? If so I need advise on how, my hood is 2 or 3 inches from sitting in the slot. Personally I'd run a stubby spark plug and raise the hood hinge. Kinda like what Wheelhorse did for the 1974 C160-8 Tecumseh engine tractors. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #5 Posted January 4 Didn’t think of that, the dang spark plug is like 4inches long! 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 69,817 #6 Posted January 4 A 10 HP should be an RJ19LM. Check the threads and length on a CJ8 or J8C. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #7 Posted January 4 Ok I’ll see if my local farm store has any on Monday. We are about to get hit by a massive snow storm tonight. I’ve got the 418-a with the snow blade on standby 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #8 Posted January 4 @TonyToro Jr. I saw you talked about Vogel Manufacturing, are their tires or engine parts any good? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 28,230 #9 Posted January 4 (edited) @Easton Rich Check out my thread on building Radpferd. I had to raise the hood 3" to get the Hatz diesel stuffed in a short frame tractor. Post #32 goes into the lift kit for the hood. Edited January 4 by Achto 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 69,817 #10 Posted January 4 4 minutes ago, Easton Rich said: @TonyToro Jr. I saw you talked about Vogel Manufacturing, are their tires or engine parts any good? I'm curious too. I've got a K341 that may get some Hi perf parts. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #11 Posted January 4 I read through your extension part I will probably do the hood one but not the dash one because it is not that much of a difference 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #12 Posted January 4 Thanks @Achto 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 69,817 #13 Posted January 4 2 minutes ago, Easton Rich said: I read through your extension part I will probably do the hood one but not the dash one because it is not that much of a difference I can show pics with the difference between the Kohler hood and Tecumseh hood tomorrow. The Tecumseh is an OHV160. Over Head Valve. Much taller engine than the Kohler. The hood hinge is maybe 1.5" taller. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #14 Posted January 4 https://vogelmanufacturing.com/vmtt23-tires-on-vm-wheels.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #15 Posted January 4 What can I use to bring this paint around? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #16 Posted January 4 7 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: I can show pics with the difference between the Kohler hood and Tecumseh hood tomorrow. The Tecumseh is an OHV160. Over Head Valve. Much taller engine than the Kohler. The hood hinge is maybe 1.5" taller. Ok, thank you you guys help so much Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 69,817 #17 Posted January 4 8 minutes ago, Easton Rich said: https://vogelmanufacturing.com/vmtt23-tires-on-vm-wheels.html Those aren't the correct offset for a Wheelhorse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 69,817 #18 Posted January 4 2 minutes ago, Easton Rich said: What can I use to bring this paint around? Start with a thorough cleaning. From there I'd do a good wet sanding. There're threads that show that. When done maybe a clear coat? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #19 Posted January 4 What would be the correct offset? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #20 Posted January 4 Yes for sure a clear coat 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 10,095 #21 Posted January 4 You could use one of the thin oil pan to help with your hood clearance problem. If you use one, you will need to trim/shorted the connecting rod dipper. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #22 Posted January 4 @Achto how did you build your cover over your drive pulley on your tractor you called 2024 project Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #23 Posted January 4 Boy, it’s really hard to resist https://vogelmanufacturing.com/air-filter-filter-adaptor-ring-combo.html 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 449 #24 Posted January 4 @ebinmaine when you build that Kohler make a thread on it for me and others who could use it. They are really good references 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 69,817 #25 Posted January 4 5 hours ago, Easton Rich said: @ebinmaine when you build that Kohler make a thread on it for me and others who could use it. They are really good references Oh I sure will. I won't be doing the short block. My favorite shop will. I'll install everything on the outside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
