TC40DA broken armrest repair help

[lhfarm]

Not a serious issue, but I do like having the armrest and I've managed to break the right side. A complete kit is available for $166 (Messicks Part Search ) but I'm hoping I can make the repair.

What is not shown in the picture of the seat is a pin on the back side of the arm shaft, which allows the arm to swing up. The short pin is opposite the hole visible in the shaft. In the second picture you can see that part of the plastic liner, where the pin rides is broken. There is a cover that is screwed into the end of the arm. I can get the broken part to fit neatly in place and with some epoxy, I believe it will hold (or at least I want to give it a try).

What I'm not sure of is how to reassemble the arm. From the picture on the Messicks' site, it appears the arms need to be attached by the dealer/owner. Before I break something else, has anyone purchased one of these kits? If so, can you tell me how to assemble the arm to the shaft on the frame? I'm thinking the pin might be removed from the arm shaft, but I can't tell if it is pressed or screwed in.

Any advice/guidance appreciated.

 

[brin]

The service dept. or parts dept. at Messicks are great to deal with and great folks. I would suggest you call them and ask them...I'll bet they will bend over backwards helping you repair your armrest..they know you will become a great customer or continue to be...Just a thought..they have always answered my questions and been very nice.

 

[lhfarm]

Thanks for the suggestion. Since my dealer closed up shop several years ago, I've used Messicks for a number of broken parts (like flasher lens). If I can't figure it out, I'll give them a call.

 

[Sawdustsmb]

When I bought my TL80a from Messick's it came without the left armrest and the right broke within a few months. Obviously a week spot. I made 2 new ones out of ash - I'll send a pic later. The "pin" in the shaft screws out.

Bob

 

[lhfarm]

Thanks Bob! If I had tilted the seat forward, I would have seen the hex head in the end of the post. Looks like they used blue Loctite and it took a little effort to get it out. I used epoxy on the part and have it back together.

I suspect I've been leaning it on it when I dismount from the seat. I'm sure it is a habit that I'll need to break or risk another failure. Would love to see your replacement rests.

Barry

 

[Sawdustsmb]

I have a feeling I could go into business selling these. Darn plastic junk!!!! What year is your tractor?

 

[Sawdustsmb]

Seems to me one would design and test it to be leaned on - I do too. Maybe the tractor should come with instructions on how to get out of the seat - nothing in the owners manual about it.

Bob

 

[lhfarm]

The tractor is on '05, but I have less than 500 hours on it. I am on/off a lot. That is some beautiful wood work.

 

[Sawdustsmb]

thank you, Hope your's holds together. Same vintage as mine. I think $166 for 1 arm rest is outrageous - but so be it.

Bob

 

[Jerry/MT]

I have a feeling I could go into business selling these. Darn plastic junk!!!! What year is your tractor?

You do nice wood work!