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steve tellin
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Post Number: 213
Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 8:40 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
anybody have the wiring diagram for a 68 rider?
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AJ Cannon
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 7:06 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Stewart

I guess 500ish at the hitch.Not sure when you put it 5 feet out past the hitch though.
Here I used it to tow out one that hadn't run in a while,


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Rich Clarke
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 6:46 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Hi guys I have a 68 112H with factory hydraulic lift. Here's my question. How do I get a new belt on it? The old one broke and it's the last inside pulley. I can get it over the mower deck belt but there is a bracket at the bottom of all pulleys off the motor. I know deere didn't design it to take the entire assembly off. I must be missing something. Any help on how to get it on would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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Roger Henning
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 6:26 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Michael if it was me I would keep the one that is in better condition but I am not particularly fond of Patios. If you are talking about flipping or value it is not allowed on this forum. See rules on the top of the page. Roger
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Mike Gault
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 5:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Handy for cleaning engine’s too.

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stewart mann
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 5:23 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
What is the lift weight limit on the 332 3 point hitch? Aj thats my new to me 332.
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AJ Cannon
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 4:31 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Since you guys are showing off your poles here's mine,
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michael slocum
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 4:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
looking for advice on trading a 78 312 for a 140 patio edition tractor that was re painted and needs tlc was orange originally. thanks
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Kent "I have a bar tire fetish" Ortman
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 6:27 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Hi All.

Drew G.- I was lucky enough to get an original Brinly crane from a good friend a couple of years ago. Although it doesn't have a great lift range since it doesn't have a winch on it, it does what I need it to do and is very handy to have.





John H.- That guy has those three there (models 105, 125 & 140). There are also a few Minniapolis-Moline GT's there too (since MM is the featured tractor make this year). These are all the Jacobson made tractors. I'll get more pictures of all of them later this morning. In good news, next years show here at Winamac will feature John Deere :-)

Kent
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Chuck Van Dusen
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 12:21 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Maurice,

Your 322 grill sheet metal is shared with the 316 Onan, the 318, the 330 and the 332.

Brand new the AM108773 is well under $75 from our sponsor "Keeping it Green" but you may be able to find a used one in good condition for a bit less...depends on how much paint and minor straightening you are willing to do.

Here is a trick I used to fix my 322 grill and emblem badge when I rolled a piece of firewood into it from my front bucket:
http://www.weekendfreedommachines.com/discus/messages/17/18519.html

Chuck
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denny west
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Posted on Saturday, July 17, 2010 - 12:07 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
where do i look for a used jd 400 power steering valve or can i rebuild the one i have.
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Maurice B. Trosclair
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 11:07 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Quick question, what grills will fit my 322? Thanks Maurice
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Drew Gardner
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 10:45 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Need to move anything heavy, this attachment is handy to have around, and a great back saver. My friend Stewart Mann built this today in his spare time to move some heavy objects around. I am going to get him to build me one



Moving a blade



Moving some tractor wheel weights.
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John Haines
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 9:49 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Kent,

Couldn't help admiring those Oliver's in the picture,those are a rare breed.Just how many were there?
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Tom Freeman
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 7:09 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Thanks for all your sugestions. after several hours of frustration, I did what I should have done in the first place. I called my Son who used to be a JD Tech. I already had the battery and fuel tank removed, and I also removed the oil dipstick tube and solonoid to make as much room as possible.

Here's his trick. 3/8 drive ratchet, 3 inch extension and 9/16 swivel socket. It has to be a swivel socket, not a swivel that fits all. He had it out in 3 minutes, and the new one back in in 2 minutes. all work was done from the top.

I hope this helps someone else.

Tom
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Maurice B. Trosclair
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 4:12 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Scott, I want my 322 to look like that, What size and type of tires are those? It looks fantastic, Will a 50 inch deck still fit? Thanks, Maurice
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Mike Duwe
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 11:46 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
David, probably from the cross shaft that goes through it where the speed control attaches. Both of my later year 140's have leaked there.
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Roger Henning
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 11:30 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
As Stephan said take out the battery and fuel tank. You night be able to get with just the fuel tank out. If it was a 200 series you also need to remove the battery box. Roger
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stephen shiery
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 10:37 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Tom Freeman, if there is an easy way to get one of those starters out I don't know it. Roger Henning might know of one.

I have big hands so I'd probably take the fuel tank and battery box out for working room. A long box-end wrench to break the bolts loose and then a shorter box or open-end wrench to take the bolts out would work. I have heard of using a short socket and a universal joint with a long extension.

If that is the late model 112 with the engine cradle and if you have a hoist, it might be as easy to lift the engine out.
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David W. Bratz
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 7:38 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
I have a 1972 140 h1 that is leaking oil from the top of the trans/rear end. Any ideas on what is wrong? Any help is appreciated.
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Mike Duwe
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Posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 7:01 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Jason, there are a ton of model 49 snowblowers out there for your 140. They fit the 140-332 tractors. Keep an eye out or put up some wanted adds I'm sure you will find one.

I have sold probably 4 of them personally over the years.
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Cliff Harms
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 10:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Jason Zincow, it might be possible to rig something up, but it wouldn't be easy or pretty. They also have totally different lift mechanisms. You're probably better off finding a proper 49 snowthrower.

Jason Smith, I'm pretty sure the right powerflo head has a code of PFCC to start the serial number.
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Jason Zinzow
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 10:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Potentially stupid question here. Is there any sort of adapter/way to make a 140 work with a 110 style snowblower (with the belt driven snowblower) such as a mule drive or something of the sort?

jasonzinzow@charter.net
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Tom Freeman
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 5:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
I just picked up a JD 112 and have narrowed it down to a bad starter. Any "easy" way to remove it? I think I have it figured out, but maybe someone here has a trick or shortcut?

Thanks, Tom

I should mention it's a K301 Kohler
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Kent "I have a bar tire fetish" Ortman
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 3:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Hi All. I started an album for the Winamac show Here. I don't have too many pictures in it right now, but I'll take more probably tomorrow and saturday.

Kent
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Roger Henning
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Cory probably not. Metric (25 mm) bearings versus inch bearings on the older tractor. Roger
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Steven Seck
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 2:05 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Ok, Now that I am done with my 318 and my brother has started on his 420, I am looking at the possibility of doing a 400 for my next project. There are a few that seem to be good candidates near me but I have a question on the exhaust on these.

What is the difference between the ones with side and front exhaust? Is it a model year break and are there any benefits to having one over the other?

Thanks,

Steven
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Cory Graslie
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 2:01 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
I did a search, but couldn't find an answer to my question. Does anyone know if the wheels from a 1990 Deere 240 will fit on my 1984 316?
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Gavin Brookins
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 9:51 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Brian,

Welcome. It looks like you have a very solid tractor there. It shouldn't take much to have that 112 be a very reliable machine for you. You'll like the hydraulic lift. Lots of help on this forum if you need it, don't be afraid to ask.

Looks like you may have a model 39 patio deck. Read here for more info under custom color tractors.

http://www.weekendfreedommachines.com/info/index.php

Gavin
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Neil Paku
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 8:47 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Paul,
isn't the ADM100 primarily a motor? I know the gerotors can do double duty but maybe you should check on the warranty from NF first? There are some Haldex gear pumps on NF e.g. Model 1002966 4gpm / 2300psi - couldn't find the pressure flow diagram so you'd want to check that but there are various models around that size - $130.

Better still, just get the pump and motor specs from someone with one and just buy to that spec and you should be golden.

Cheers,
Neil.
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michael o sullivan
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 8:46 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Hi Again Thank you Harold for the warm welcome and the great info on filling my fluids. I will follow the instructions you gave to the tee in two weeks when I return back home. Thanks again and this forum will be my home for a long time. Mike
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Steve Hayes
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 7:37 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Stephen,
Just Heli-coil the hole back to the standard bolt size.
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Steve Hayes
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 7:33 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Paul,
The problem with your plan is that you need to have a continuous flow hydraulic source to run a the hydraulic motor. The ports on the front of the 332 are not connected to continuous flow valves. The better solution would be to build a self-contained system and run it off the PTO clutch like they do with the FEL.
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Paul Lorentz
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Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 12:20 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
I'm thinking the ADM100 pump. Max pressure is 2500 PSI. What do you think.http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200321043_200321043

For the spec sheet: http://www.northerntool.com/downloads/manuals/1003.pdf

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Paul Lorentz
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 11:04 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
What is the max psi a hydraulic pump will put out on a 332? Looking to maybe build a post hole auger to mount on my loader with a hydraulic motor. I assume you want to get a motor that has a higher rated PSI than the pump? I want to run the auger off the tractor hydraulics in the front. Maybe I'll run a quick connect extension up the loader arm. I know that they are 4 GPM soo, does that mean that a max 12 GPM pump with a max RPM 900 would run at max RPM 300 at 4 GPM?
I like the quick tach system Todd Gillfillan made for his 44 loader bucket. Hmmm Maybe this will be my first hydraulic/metal fab project. I've used these on skid steers before.
I'm leaving out of town tomorrow morn. so will catch up with the responses Sun night. Paul
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jason smith
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 10:16 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
what serial # should be on the power head for the power flow bagger system that will fit a 50" deck on a 332?

thanks
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JRL
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 9:37 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Brian, Welcome and thanks for getting this forum back on topic! :-)

That looks like a nice 112! Nice find.
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stephen shiery
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 9:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
The bigger puller from the Chinese tool store worked a lot better. The hub popped every couple of times I tightened the puller but finally slid off intact. I may not be using that axle tube though. The top half of the thread depth is missing. I am considering drilling and tapping to the next size or just looking for a better tube. The outboard bearing feels like it has big rocks in it.
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Adam Vaught
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 9:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Brian, welcome to WFM! Nice tractor! Adam
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Brian Weaver
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New to the forum so I thought I'd drop a line saying "hi". I hope this is the right place. :-)

This is my first tractor and I've only had it for a few days. Trying to learn whatever I can about it.

This will no doubt be old-hat for most of you but here are the things I know about it:

1971 John Deere 112
Type: T0657
S/N: 185,xxx
Engine: 10 HP Tecumseh HH100
Drive: 4 speed transaxle w/reverse and ultra low
Hydraulic Lift

It is (IMO) in good condition for being nearly 40 years old but it does have some kinks to work out. When it's idling in neutral or moving in gear, the drive belt slaps the seat pan or the frame somewhere. The parking lever is disconnected and missing the knob. The seat springs are missing (new-used set on the way). The tires are severely weather-checked but don't leak. Misses a bit at high idle (points need cleaned/adjusted) but it starts and runs within just a couple of cranks. PTO works. Variator seems to work.

I'm not certain that the deck came with this mower. It has a type/model code of E0660 and s/n: 144,603M. It's mostly a white color but toward the center it looks more yellow; hard to tell with it still under the tractor.

Here's a link to my gallery space.
http://www.weekendfreedommachines.com/gallery/main.php?g2_itemId=159952
I'd put a couple of pics in the mesaage but I can't seem to compress them enough at 640x480 or even 448x300.

Alright, that was a bit longer winded than I thought I would be.

Take care,

Brian
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Harold Goff
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 7:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Michael,
Welcome to the group. Your JD 400 will have either a hydro fluid dipstick/fill tube in the rear end, or a brass fill plug at the rear of the differential case. Here is a link with some pictures and discussion: http://www.weekendfreedommachines.com/discus/messages/335/428684.html

It is not wise to mix different fluids. Either top off the tranny with the red Type F tranny fluid, or better yet, drain the tranny (drain plug on the bottom of the case), change the hydro filter, and refill with the Deere-recommended low-viscosity HyGard. I fill the tranny by replacing the brass plug with a short 3/8" npt nipple with a piece of hose and funnel attached.

Kent--love the pictures! Have a great time, and I hope the hot weather doesn't catch up with you.
Harold
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Kent "I have a bar tire fetish" Ortman
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 6:28 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Hi All. Tomorrow through sunday is my local show at Winamac, Indiana (http://www.winamacpowershow.com/) With my recent divorce, I figured the kids and I would just haul my 140 up tonight.





Up there and unloaded.



My favorite picture, Kyle and Khloe hamming it up.





Lastly, here is a 1969 140 that I have been working on for the last couple of months for a good friend, Tom, and we just got done with the electrical system and some engine work on July 5, just in time for him to be able to bring it up to the show.



Minnappolis Moline is the feature this year, but all makes/models are welcome.

Kent
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l bouray jr
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just recieved a 10 hp yanmar diesel going into 210 jd any help i would be grateful tks jr
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michael o sullivan
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 5:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Hi I am a new owner of an old JD400. I am rebuilding it to work as a garden tractor. I have fixed and replaced many parts. I just fixed a hydraulic line but (this will make most of you laugh) cannot seem to be able to refill the hydraulic fluid. Is there a fill tube for hydraulic fluid? Where is it located? Will my normal clear hydraulic fluid mix with the red colored (like tranny fluid) still in the system? I could sure use some info on this JD. I am a back-yard mechanic and sometimes gets me into a bunch of trouble! If you can assist I would sure appreciate it. Thanks again Mike
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stephen shiery
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 2:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Roger, my father-in-law had one like the blue one you just posted with a Quik-Way loader on it. I think his middle son still has it.
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Roger Henning
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 1:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Stephen I would agree with you on using the Sears as the loader tractor. The only missing part would be power steering. I have 2 Sears gear drives from 1969 and both are good tractors. One was the cheapest sold that year at $439 (as low as $379 on sale) and one was the most expensive at $849. Roger

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stephen shiery
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 10:56 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Got the last broken bolt out last night. Fished out the broken off piece of easy out. Looks like the threads will clean up without oversizing. That's the extent of the good news.

The bad news is that the end of the broken bolt fell into the axle tube and I don't want to leave it and the shavings in there. I got started pulling the hub last night. Moved it about a quarter of an inch and decided I need a larger puller.
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stephen shiery
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 10:23 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Tony, Roger is right about putting that loader on a JD, but what is wrong with the Sears tractor? There are a lot of them around and they are pretty cheap. A dedicated off-brand loader tractor would be ok for a lot of guys.
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Roger Henning
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 8:46 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Tony the tractors are so different that it will be like making a loader from scratch to try to put a Sears on you JD. You will be money ahead selling the Sears loader and putting the money towards a JD one. Roger
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Steve Hayes
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Post Number: 1700
Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 8:06 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Mike,
There was a thread on here a while back on alternative color tractors. In that thread there was a late model JD pulling garden tractor with a black hood that I thought looked sharp. I had a spare 300 series hood so I decided to paint it black just for something different. I have the green hood safely tucked away in the shed if I get tired of the black hood. I thought it was ironic, at the PA Plow Day a local dealer had a new Yanmar CUT on display which was painted orange with a black hood.

Paul Lorentz,
Check this thread in the Technical Archives. It explains what wheels you need in detail.

http://www.weekendfreedommachines.com/discus/messages/96042/111892.html?1155072035
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Tony Jackson
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 7:57 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Need help I just pickup a Sears SS16 with a front loader on it the loader was made by Kwiw-Way and I would like to put the loader on a 316 or a 318 would it work without alot of remaking the loader is in great shape the tractor needs alot of work.

Thanks
Tony Jackson
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Jacob Kral
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 1:08 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
just wondering if some one can post a pic of a round fender that has a exhaust stack that HAPCO sells. i am debating on going original or putting on a bent stack. thanks jake
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Mike Duwe
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Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - 10:23 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Steve, what is the story with the black hood, the start of a complete color change?
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Paul Dyer
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Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - 9:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Matt. Now ya tell me! I've been looking for one of these little guys for years now. I would have bought it.

Paul
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Paul Dyer
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Post Number: 507
Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - 9:14 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Paul, I used 1" spindles/wheels from an older 420. I've got the V's from Miller tire and Queens tire both.
I have a brand new set of 16's in my garage that I'm probably will never use.......long story.

Paul
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Paul Lorentz
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Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - 8:49 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Paul- What rims did you use for the 18" V's. Do the 400 series rims work with the 332 spindles or did you have to get longer spindles. I see that I can still get 455 8x6.2" rims from Deere. Just don't know if the spindles will work. Where did you get the V's
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Paul Dyer
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Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - 8:45 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
I use the 3 PT 48" shaft tiller on my 322 and it works GREAT!!!

Paul
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Paul Lorentz
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Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - 8:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
There is also a 48" Shaft driven tiller but it is quite expensive because you need a 3pt. and rear pto to run it.
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Paul Dyer
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Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - 8:33 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
Paul,

The tires were Carlisles and were new take offs from a Deere 2305 tractor. I bought them from my dealer. They worked great for me. I use the 18's V's on my 322 and like them too. Hard to decide one over the other. The bar tires need special wheels where as the V's fit in stock 400 series wheels.


Paul
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Paul Lorentz
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Post Number: 39
Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - 8:30 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)
James you need to look for a 30" hydraulic tiller. Some people sell them as 42" tillers but it is still a 30" with an optional 12" extension. Make sure it has the mounting brackets like in the picture. There are variations to the brackets but make sure they have all four. If you have any questions give me a call 651-335-2937 Paul

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