Newbie and a 782D

[FrankF3]

Originally Posted by DieselDoctor

There was some discussion earlier in this thread about the substitute upper radiator hose, Kubota part# K7311-85150, that needs to be modified. I took my hose back off and snapped a couple of pics so everyone can understand what needs to be done.

Thanks for the pictures and further explanation. This makes it perfectly clear. On the implement shaft use Kroil like suggested or PBlaster to free it up. On my 782D, I drilled a small hole in the center of the "outer shaft" then used a needle-type grease fitting until I had grease coming out both sides to try and keep it freed up,

[DieselDoctor]

Thanks for the suggestions on dealing with the implement shaft. I am a believer in the magic powers of both Kroil and PB Blaster, but I am not always a patient man. When it comes to cautiously heating, tapping, apply oil and repeating the process until the part is free again, I usually get carried away with the tapping part. So knowing my limits, I took the whole frame to work and used the hydraulic press and some very good blocking to support everything while I applied some pressure on the shaft. A little heat and 11 TONS of pressure and it finally came free. After cleaning all the pieces, they slip fit within each other again. Given that there already were two holes in the bushing section of the J arm, I tapped one to 1/8" NPT and installed a grease fitting. It won't seize again!
Onward to sanding the frame and some high build primer! I need to see RED!

[J-Mech]

You can't use that spring pin you installed. A spring pin is not the same as a spirol pin. The spirol pins will handle more load. You will just break the spring pin in short order.

[Rescue11]

Originally Posted by J-Mech

You can't use that spring pin you installed. A spring pin is not the same as a spirol pin. The spirol pins will handle more load. You will just break the spring pin in short order.

Whizz on it, just weld the pup

[aagitch]

Originally Posted by Rescue11

Whizz on it, just weld the pup

He could if he doesn't plan on removing it again.

[DieselDoctor]

Thanks- I'll change them out to spirol-loc pins. These were the pins that were in it when I tore it down.

[DieselDoctor]

Made some more progress. Frame has been sanded to remove all rust, scale and most of the old paint. Today it got two coats of high build epoxy primer, I'm pleased with the results as even the pitted sections are smooth. After some cure time, I'll wet sand it to break the surface and shoot it IH Red. The frame was in great shape, no cracks and all threaded holes had good threads. The only problem so far has been the implement shaft arm and that's been addressed. These little guys are tough. No significant issues after 32 years!

[Dirty Steve]

Hats off! You are doing it right. Keep up.the good work!

[Mooner]

Wow! Impressive work! The 782D may be my favorite Cub of all. So hard to choose. Lol
Thanks for sharing...looking forward to seeing the progress.

[ACecil]

Looking good! Thanks for the pic and update.