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I'm looking for a design to convert an under belly mowing deck to a front or rear mount finish mower. I have a motor to power the deck.

It cuts about 1/2 grass and just knocks down the other 1/2. I don't understand. HELP

Looking for simple pull behind rock picker plans for lawn tractor with hydraulics.

Anyone ever do this? Wheels or tracks?

This mower will not crank (has a new battery and new ignition switch) I checked the 20 amp fuse, safety switches for seat, FNR shift, park brake, PTO. I took the starter solenoid out and checked it. What have I missed??????????????????

Would the stub shaft from Honda 13 HP fit ?

Has anyone built one that attaches to the stock bucket?

I'm building this out of heavy gauge steel sheet metal. How small should the gaps be between the impeller and the housing?

I'm considering using a chemical tote as the dump trailer for my leaf vac. The tote is supported by a metal "cage" on all sides except the top. I would like to have it dump through the top. I need ideas for the dumping system.

I purchased a 14 1/2" Giant Vac impeller from Ebay. Then I started pricing 8" vacuum hose and almost fainted! $10.00 to $15.00 per foot. Where can I find cheaper alternatives; maybe used hose. HELP!

What's the easiest or best way to get on and off my 430? Keep in mind I'm 64 years old and not as graceful as I used to be. Also, what are the steps for removal and mounting of the mower deck? One last question, the left rear axle seems to leak a little oil. Does the bearing have to be replaced...

What is the best impeller design for a Billygoat type vacuum that will suck up leaves, cans, bottles, sticks, etc.?

I need help with ignition switch. The engine has a red wire (alternator)that is not wired into the 5 prong wire plug. There is a 6th prong on the switch. I connected it there but no luck. The engine cranks but won't start. There is no spark. Help!!!!

What would a wiring diagram of the "bare necessities" for operating look like? I need to keep it running until I can afford a new wiring harness. The old wiring is shot!

Can I connect 2 cylinders to the same control valve if they are moving the same lever?

One of the metal hydraulic lines at the rear of my 430 needs a new connector that screws onto the quick coupler. The old one appears to have some sort of sleeve that slides over the metal line and fits inside the connector. Is this sort some sort of compression fitting or what?

Its a long story involving my ''Frankenstein 314'' which I'll not get into now. My question is can I add an alternator to replace the charging system?

I was considering buying a used hay wagon for transporting people at a Halloween Festival. Then I started thinking about the trailer I have and maybe converting it to a wagon. It's a single axle trailer and measures 6' x 10'. I thought I could mount the front axle at the hitch. This would give...

Would some sort of steering mechanism for the cars be better than none? Something like the old Radio Flyer wagon design.

If I wanted to use a hydraulic motor to power a string trimmer on a boom, What size motor would I need? Please list any other specifications that the motor would need to meet. Thank you.

I am looking for a rotating assembly for an Eaton transmission in a T5C Terramite backhoe. Does anyone have any idea where I might find this part? I would take a used one in good condition. Terramite Corporation told me they only sold the whole transmission, $1400! I called the Eaton Corporation...

I need to relocate the oil filter on a Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 16 horse motor. The kids are hundred dollars or more. Has anyone ever made their own? If so, would you please give me some help?

Any help available on building a laser controlled box blade grader? I thought of using a d.c. powered actuator to raise and lower the grader attachment. How would I get the detector's signal to operate the actuator? Please help!

I want to add a screen to my small landplane to remove gravels and small rocks. Has anyone ever tried this?

Does anyone know the stroke length needed to operate a 15"x15"x 36" bucket using the shortest stroke practical. The cylinder I have has a 7 1/2" stroke. I've looked at different linkages to increase the distance moved but I'd prefer to just have a direct connection if possible.

What kind of design is needed to get the best job from one of these. I've seen wheels, no wheels, wheels extended longer distances, ...etc. I have a JD 314 I'm using with a landplane inside a 3' box blade. I'm not satified with the job it does. It seems to follow the ground contour too much...

My son bought a B7 and found the hydraulic motor for the cooling blower doesn't work. It appears to be connected to a hydraulic control valve with what appears to be an electric solenoid attached to the control valve. Does anyone have any info that might help in diagnosing the problem and fixing...

Just bought tractor with new rebuild of engine. It didn't seem to make this noise when test driven. Now it has a low rpm knock that seems to disappear at higher rpm. Tractor has good power and runs well. Is this a quirk of the L275 or have I got a bigger problem?:confused:

I'm new to all this,but it appears to me it would be possible to build your own and save. Has anyone done this? What's the speed of the rear output shaft of the transmission on the 314?

I just bought a JD 314 and would like to add a FEL now and a backhoe later. I understand a separate hydraulic pump for these attachments is a must. What are my options for powering this additional hydraulic circuit? Thanks! Larry