Dirtpoor 131 #1 Posted December 23, 2019 I have a 1973 10hp. That I’m going to just clean and repair only what needs done. Pretty excited about both. And those that know dclarke is helping me. 11 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,338 #2 Posted December 23, 2019 I'll bet this one cleans up real well. I'm doing a similar thing on my charger 10 and all I'm doing is sanding it down with 320 grit and plenty of WD-40. Before you spray clear make sure the surface is extremely clean. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,046 #3 Posted December 23, 2019 11 minutes ago, Dirtpoor said: I have a 1973 10hp. That I’m going to just clean and repair only what needs done. Pretty excited about both. And those that know dclarke is helping me. Marty, from what I've seen this tractor doesn't look like it needs a whole lot to get it back in good shape and you've already got a few problems taken care of. Hopefully you can get the blade back on pretty quick and get this thing ready for the next snow. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #4 Posted December 23, 2019 13 minutes ago, The Tool Crib said: I'll bet this one cleans up real well. I'm doing a similar thing on my charger 10 and all I'm doing is sanding it down with 320 grit and plenty of WD-40. Before you spray clear make sure the surface is extremely clean. 320 is probably going to show sanding marks. I used 1000 just to smooth it out. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #5 Posted December 23, 2019 5 minutes ago, dclarke said: Marty, from what I've seen this tractor doesn't look like it needs a whole lot to get it back in good shape and you've already got a few problems taken care of. Hopefully you can get the blade back on pretty quick and get this thing ready for the next snow. Denny with your help I’m sure it will. I really appreciate you come over to help! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #6 Posted December 23, 2019 Here some before and after shots 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JCM 9,636 #7 Posted December 23, 2019 To That Wheelhorse is going to show that Toro/wheelhorse who is boss. Good luck with it, there is no turning back now. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #8 Posted December 23, 2019 Just now, Dirtpoor said: This was a quick sanding and wax just I could get an idea what I was going to do 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #9 Posted December 24, 2019 Denny even had a seat and suggested to put springs on. so if anyone has a set they don’t need let me know 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 63,204 #10 Posted December 24, 2019 What a swell guy helping with a nice seat! lookin’ good! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #11 Posted December 24, 2019 Had a good start this morning than it went to crap really fast. But if it was easy everyone would do it lol changing the battery cable was the only thing that went good. For some reason the alignment is way off. And the key in the rear hub is not where it should be 😬 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greentored 3,217 #12 Posted December 26, 2019 Following along, LOVE that you're keeping the original paint. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #13 Posted December 26, 2019 Today dclarke helped me drop the transaxle to replace the bad axle and hub. The axle dclarke had for me was 1 1/8” mine is only an 1” so I’m looking for an axle and hub. The gear box was full of oil and water and had one needle bearing was bad. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 68,887 #14 Posted December 26, 2019 8 minutes ago, Dirtpoor said: Today dclarke helped me drop the transaxle to replace the bad axle and hub. The axle dclarke had for me was 1 1/8” mine is only an 1” so I’m looking for an axle and hub. The gear box was full of oil and water and had one needle bearing was bad. I'm not sure what I've got home in the shop but I can take a look for you. Can you give me the length of the axle you need? Also, roll pin or c-clip? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #15 Posted December 26, 2019 (edited) 42 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: I'm not sure what I've got home in the shop but I can take a look for you. Can you give me the length of the axle you need? Also, roll pin or c-clip? Looks like it’s 1”x 11 5/8” long Edited December 26, 2019 by Dirtpoor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 68,887 #16 Posted December 26, 2019 Not looking like I'm going to be able to help you out after all. Looks like the spare axles I have that are any good are all larger than that. What is it that is wrong with your axle and hub? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,046 #17 Posted December 26, 2019 52 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: What is it that is wrong with your axle and hub? Eric, the keyway is shot on his axle and hub. I think he's gonna see if he can find them and if not we may have to weld up the keyway on the axle and have a new one cut into it. Also might have to cut a new keyway into the hub and reuse it. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #18 Posted December 26, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, ebinmaine said: Not looking like I'm going to be able to help you out after all. Looks like the spare axles I have that are any good are all larger than that. What is it that is wrong with your axle and hub? The hub moved on the shaft enlarging the key way on the shaft and hub. declarke had a spare hub may have to have the shaft repaired. I need to order a seal and bearing kit so if I don’t find one by the time it gets here I’ll have the damaged one repaired Edited December 26, 2019 by Dirtpoor 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,981 #19 Posted December 27, 2019 21 hours ago, dclarke said: Eric, the keyway is shot on his axle and hub. I think he's gonna see if he can find them and if not we may have to weld up the keyway on the axle and have a new one cut into it. Also might have to cut a new keyway into the hub and reuse it. That's what I'd do. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,877 #20 Posted December 28, 2019 regularly retain older patina paint, i use 600 to 100 grit paper with penetrating oil for minimal paint loss, while the oil feeds the paint. then its just a regular oil rub down to keep the horse looking good , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tom2p 2,394 #21 Posted December 28, 2019 for these types of applications most times I will use scotchbrite pads (instead of sandpaper) apply WD-40 or penetrating oil or whatever to the surface - and / or soak the scotchbrite pad with the lubricant 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #22 Posted December 28, 2019 I took the bad axle to a friend of mine who is a machinist on the side. He’s going to cut a new key way. Also ordered a seal and bearing kit from wheel horse parts and more. And that is where I’m at with the Raider. B80 is on some what on hold right now. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 68,887 #23 Posted December 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Dirtpoor said: took the bad axle to a friend of mine who is a machinist on the side. He’s going to cut a new key way That friend of yours could make a few bucks on the side from us horse addicts doing that.... May want to see what he'd charge a stranger to fix those axles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtpoor 131 #24 Posted January 5, 2020 I’m wanting to put tri rib tires on the front. Where can I find a 4”- 8” rim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 68,887 #25 Posted January 5, 2020 1 hour ago, Dirtpoor said: I’m wanting to put tri rib tires on the front. Where can I find a 4”- 8” rim I take it you're looking for narrower rims than what you have? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
