Recent content by Gord Baker

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    Removing the front spindle assembly on an 8N

    If there is no mechanical obstruction like a hidden C clip, try an Air hammer.
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    Removing the front spindle assembly on an 8N

    If it is that tight, put it back together.
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    Spray On / Rinse Off cleaner and degreaser.

    They used to make better stuff. Brake Cleaner is my go to and I don't over grease my spindles. I change the oil in my X320 JD and save it. I remove the deck and turn it upside down cleaning dirt and rust as much as possible with a putty knife. I move it to a gravel area and pour the used oil...
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    PTO Shaft to Gearbox Bolts Keep Breaking!

    sounds like the Bearings on the pinion shaft are gone
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    Ford 8N dribbling coolant out of radiator overflow, not overfilled.

    I don't know if it is a pressurized system or not on those oldies. Suspect Headgasket or cracked block. Keep an eye on Oil colour. Brown is bad.
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    Help Me Design/ Build a Shop

    FIRST you will need to get appropriate Permits. Unlikely a Pit will be allowed. Make windows Narrow and high above Grade to deter Intruders. Full size door and man doors front and rear. NO windows in Doors. Serious Locks. Face window side to SE to get natural light. Install stove after...
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    Plugger Aerator - Solid drum vs split spoons

    I believe he was talking about farm fields. 6 Acres.
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    Plugger Aerator - Solid drum vs split spoons

    Ai BS. Sand 'sifted' back in the holes. OMFG. Republican???
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    Plugger Aerator - Solid drum vs split spoons

    I don't know what you are trying to achieve but Pull out some weeds and watch the roots. Air dries them out. Plants and crops get enough air from the Air! Go figure. Great money maker for the Landscape guys. Like 'raised beds'. Waste of time, they dry out quicker, a pain to mow around and...
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    Outside storage for attatchments: How to keep the weeds down?

    You already know what to do. Open your wallet!
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    Advice on building a tractor shed?

    You have Too Much Stuff!!! Downsize.
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    Odd starting problem; Bobcat e42 excavator

    Your next move might be the Ignition and Solenoid Terminals. I would also try a known fully charged battery. I have seen batteries test full for Voltage but have very few Amps available. Think of the water anology. Tank full of Water (Voltage), pump and flow (Amperage)
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    How about a grease cartridge thread?

    Sticky Red does not 'flow' for those who insist on greasing Deck Spindles. Not a good choice.
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