1882 back to working condition

[j.m.jackson]

I picked up an 1882 from another member, and I'm starting to go through it. It's the one that DaDuke (earl) was selling, and is exactly what I expected, everything was disclosed, no surprises here. I'm happy with my purchase. Any references to anything that a PO did was in it's life before DaDuke got it.

First thing I noticed what that the steering was pretty hard in places, so I disconnected the cylinder from the axle and it's still hard to turn the wheel while it's running, in spots. Definitely NOT the 1 finger steering I'm used to with the 1872 . I'm figuring either the power steering actuator needs a rebuild, or the steering wheel bushing / u joint is binding.

Also, what a mess of wires! Anyone have a diagram?

Its running poorly (have to keep the choke on), i figure its the carb or the Briggs vacuum based fuel pump pushing too much fuel into the M-18's non adjustable carb, past the float needle's seat. I have a KT17 adjustable carb that will take it's place.

I'm sill just pulling the sheet metal and hosing it down.

I'll post pics when I take them soon. I know it's worthless without them.

[ACecil]

Looking forward to your pics.

[j.m.jackson]

Here's the initial pictures of it: It looks nicer in the pictures than it is, it's had a rattle can applied to it sometime in the past. Notice how from the tower forward it's black, the flat part on the front of the frame where the front outlets would be looks like a pretzel. It's nothing that a power washer, some oven cleaner, and some primer/paint won't fix. I'll see how hard it is to straighten that front part once the engine is out. If it's won't get straight enough, I'll cut it out and weld another one it.

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[ACecil]

Thanks for the pics and update.

[Sam Mac]

Looks like the one DaDuke had for sale. Once you get the engine out pull the CV joint on the steering column apart. It's probably nasty. Should be some pics on the Super Day thread of how to do it.

[j.m.jackson]

Sam Mac,

Yep. My next step was the pull the fenders and tunnel cover and disconnect the steering shaft, and try turning the stub on the power steering box while it was running to isolate the stiffness further. Hopefully I'll do that tonight.

This is the one that DaDuke had for sale.

I also got a complete set of plastics with it, and another fender pan and footrest that are in better shape. It'll make a good unit for me to use, so I can put the 1872 on plow duty.

[Sam Mac]

Mike

If I can help don't be afraid to holler. Should be a nice Super when you get done with it.

[esarvey]

ALL , ALL ailements, where disclosed, before the machine left the drive way on its way to its new home, it was for the PRICE, a GOOD SUPER when it left here. If the young man is now not happy I will go pickup return money, Don't be afraid to holler, I shure will put time to make, near perfect,or put a Deisel in it as I planned, NOT A PROBLEM,have a nice day YA'LL!!

Originally Posted by Sam Mac

Mike

If I can help don't be afraid to holler. Should be a nice Super when you get done with it.

[Sam Mac]

Hey Earl

I thought you were anti Diesel with your gas powered "Pure Plow Machine". You going over to the fuel burner side now? Just busting.

As far as the Super you sold, it looks like a nice tractor to me. I kinda like the black frame. Looks a little like Yanmar/Cubs.

Sam

[j.m.jackson]

All,

I just want to be clear that I am perfectly satisfied with my purchase from earl! We had a great time talking and I knew what I was buying, he was perfectly straight up. Now it's time to take it and make it a 'super' super gt!