ebinmaine 67,528 #20076 Posted October 12, 2023 21 minutes ago, AMC RULES said: Got my new trailer rims and tires cleaned up today Excellent job!! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monstrosity 1,128 #20077 Posted October 12, 2023 22 hours ago, Colby G said: Me and my cousins got to work again and this time we managed to put a dirt bike exhaust on the no name Looks familar lol 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Colby G 233 #20078 Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) 21 minutes ago, Monstrosity said: Looks familar lol Hahaha, nice! Edited October 12, 2023 by Colby G 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TonyToro 1,049 #20079 Posted October 12, 2023 @TonyToro Jr. and I did some work on his C145. We fixed the broken muffler and installed a new solenoid. I was tired of replacing with tractor supply solenoids so I figured these worked all these years on old Ford trucks so they should be fine on old garden tractors. So far so good. 👍 9 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,260 #20080 Posted October 13, 2023 2 hours ago, TonyToro said: worked all these years on old Ford trucks so they should be fine on old garden tractors. Only way to go! Ford solenoids cost less and last forever. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorseNut 222 #20081 Posted October 13, 2023 15 hours ago, 953 nut said: Only way to go! Ford solenoids cost less and last forever. Yeah, when we were young and broke, we used non-oem solenoids on our Mustangs and they would inevitably stick and leave the car cranking after it started. Have a hammer or a rock handy to whack it! After that, I started using OEM solenoids... never had a problem after that. Today I worked on the GT14. Changed the plug, wire and I'm going to give it an oil change in a little bit. I fixed up my ammeter bypass with a proper barrel connector and head shrink tubing, fixing the rig that I had on there, that was supposed to be temporary, from about 2 years ago haha. Waiting for my cheap little voltmeter to come from Amazon today so I can install it in my 3d printed flange. This is a temporary thing until my custom gauge arrives in about 2-3 months. Putting some fresh TruFuel in and going to start her up and take her for a ride. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
76c12091520h 3,620 #20083 Posted October 16, 2023 Fabricated, painted, and installed a rear weight box on my 520 loader. The main attaching point is thru the hitch pin. Tried to make it look like a factory option..... 5 17 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 8,708 #20084 Posted October 16, 2023 Wait, so that’s not factory?😂 Seriously that looks great! Just like the rest of your stuff! 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,065 #20085 Posted October 16, 2023 47 minutes ago, 76c12091520h said: Tried to make it look like a factory option..... I believe you succeeded... Well done! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,528 #20086 Posted October 16, 2023 7 hours ago, 76c12091520h said: Tried to make it look like a factory option..... NIIIIICE 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorseNut 222 #20087 Posted October 16, 2023 (edited) 17 hours ago, 76c12091520h said: Fabricated, painted, and installed a rear weight box on my 520 loader. The main attaching point is thru the hitch pin. Tried to make it look like a factory option..... That is absolutely gorgeous. Well done! Is that rubberized undercoating inside? As an aside -- those skid steer tires are freaking awesome looking. Edited October 16, 2023 by WheelHorseNut added praise on the tires 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHGuy413 2,689 #20088 Posted October 16, 2023 On 10/11/2023 at 7:47 PM, AMC RULES said: Got my new trailer rims and tires cleaned up today. Once the decades old grease was removed I descovered the tires were old school indian head Carlisles. Who knew? This is probably a dumb question but I picked up a 4 wheeled wagon a few years ago but the guy had replaced all the tires and rims with wheel barrow tires and rims and about 30 washers as spacers on each spindle. Question is what are the correct rims? Can round hood front rims be used? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
76c12091520h 3,620 #20089 Posted October 17, 2023 5 hours ago, WheelHorseNut said: That is absolutely gorgeous. Well done! Is that rubberized undercoating inside? As an aside -- those skid steer tires are freaking awesome looking. Spray on bedliner 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keaton 435 #20090 Posted October 17, 2023 today or last night i got some stuck bolts out of the flywheel for my 701 to i will get that put back togher 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,065 #20091 Posted October 17, 2023 Just for giggles I finally used my Harbor Fright buffer to get the last wet sand swirlies outta my 523-H hood. The few light spots are actually reflections from the ceiling, so it definitely works! Before and after below. Had a little haze left over from the original paint job. All gone now. 3 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,902 #20092 Posted October 18, 2023 On 10/16/2023 at 2:35 PM, WheelHorseNut said: That is absolutely gorgeous. Well done! Is that rubberized undercoating inside? As an aside -- those skid steer tires are freaking awesome looking. I agree! I like the, so much, I’ve decided to scoop them up any chance I get. Here’s some on my 552, and more on my 520Xi loader project. 2 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorseNut 222 #20093 Posted October 18, 2023 10 minutes ago, Pullstart said: I agree! I like the, so much, I’ve decided to scoop them up any chance I get. Here’s some on my 552, and more on my 520Xi loader project. They look so great! I've added them to the list for my GT14 because my turf tires absolutely stink on anything other than dry grass. I could probably use some weight back there but even so, the tractor wouldn't budge in a dusting of snow last year. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,902 #20094 Posted October 18, 2023 Did the ole’ Greasy Pete @peter lena to some “new” “sealed” bearings. Popped the seals and revealed pretty much no grease. 2 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evguy 556 #20095 Posted October 18, 2023 I have learned to not assume bearings are properly greased, I always grease before I put them in service. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
balconio 606 #20096 Posted October 19, 2023 We've been heavily loading the utility trailer around the yard lately and this project is overdue... I've entered my 312-8 into the wheelie prevention program. the ingredients: - 1/2x8" black iron pipe nipple - (2) 1/2" iron floor flanges - mild steel plate - cheapest 2" hitch HF had - 2 John Deere 20kg weights - lots of fugly welds. my HF welder is not feeding well at all Wouldn't you know it- there's just enough room to tip the hood all the way open. The weights fit tight, there's a little bit of end play on each side but this retains them very firmly- unlike the 3pt weight bar you can see in the background. They clank around the entire time on the SCUT. 6 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,577 #20097 Posted October 19, 2023 Nice job!!! Two words: Red paint Ok... or black... 1 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
balconio 606 #20098 Posted October 19, 2023 (edited) 16 minutes ago, SylvanLakeWH said: Nice job!!! Two words: Red paint Ok... or black... All the colors of the AG rainbow lol. i bought a "Cub Cadet/Yanmar" that is black and yellow. what i need is a Kubota and an old Ford so i can have orange and blue covered. I've noticed something with equipment- when it's painted green it's instantly worth more than it should be it's really weird..... Edited October 19, 2023 by balconio 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,180 #20099 Posted October 19, 2023 I put those Sears Robuck wheel weights on the 417. I picked these 33 pounders at the auction for $5 yesterday. I knew I would have to make a mounting bracket. Kinda like how they fit flush with tire sidewall. 2 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorseNut 222 #20100 Posted October 19, 2023 2 minutes ago, Ed Kennell said: I put those Sears Robuck wheel weights on the 417. I picked these 33 pounders at the auction for $5 yesterday. I knew I would have to make a mounting bracket. Kinda like how they fit flush with tire sidewall. Wow -- that is a nice look! Question -- is it night and day with those turf tires and wheel weights as far as stopping slippage? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
