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Think I have driveshaft upgrade that will work for the 1572 & 1772. I have a crank shaft adapter and pump adapter like the Cyclops use along with a 2000 series drive shaft that is shortened to fit the 72 series diesels. Variants of this setup should also work for tractors that have Kohler power, you would not need the crank adapter because the Kohlers have the proper bolt pattern to bolt the 2000 series shaft to. I can supply pump adapters for both the splined style or the 5/8” round with the spirol pin style.

that looks pretty good, when will you be testing it?

I'm thinking you could test it. LOL. What tractor do you need one for?

well i have an 1872 and a 1772 that could use a conversion. the 1772 needs it way more tho.

Ken

That may work, I have a 1772 sitting here that I can use to fit it up on. This should be a reasonably simple install but you will need to drill and tap the input shaft for the pump so it is not for someone that is not somewhat capable with tools. Also I have not worked up pricing yet but I think it will be in the $275.00 to $300.00 range plus shipping.

not an issue for me to drill and tap. one concern i might have is on the engine side of the shaft. will the adapter fit with out hitting the steering pump or the lift cylinder. we know theres not much clearance in there. fit it up on your 1772 and let me know how it goes.

Ken

It fits fine in that area. Already have one bolted to the D640 in the 1772.

Keep up the great work....:beerchug:

I'll be your field tester Sam. Do you have one ready yet?

I hope "your" 2182 does not need one!!?? :bigthink: