Plowing? + photos

Mizar N68X · #1 10-18-2010, 09:02 PM

Hello CCO,
I got the rear lift working on my Original today.
The P.O. had the spacer in place making the fenders too high for the lift rod to clear.
I hooked the sleeve hitch up and attached the Brinly plow.

Mizar N68X · #2 10-18-2010, 09:11 PM

I got about 4 feet when the drive belt that goes from the engine to the clutch pully broke....

A quick visit to Mc.NAPA for a new belt and 1 hour to figureout how to get the new belt installed and I'm back at it.

An OK belt if you like J.D. Green and the fact that it is made in MEXICO

Mizar N68X · #3 10-18-2010, 09:14 PM

Somebody that is in the know tell me what is wrong with the way the P.O. has the clutch throw_out fork attached.
See above photos.

Mizar N68X · #4 10-18-2010, 09:21 PM

I hope plowing a field is easyer than plowing a yard.
I was trying to loosen the dirt in a high spot in the yard where an apple tree used to be planted.
I must have found every root from every tree in the neighborhood.
what a mess!!!

Now for the questions...
Is the plow supposed to float or is the lift rod supposed to be locked in place?
Any advise is welcome!!!!

Mizar N68X · #5 10-18-2010, 09:23 PM

Here is how the yard looked after chopping all the roots I found and smoothing with my Brand X and snow blade.

Mountain Heritage · #6 10-19-2010, 07:20 AM

First of all....NICE Original! :TumbsUp:

I am thinking you need to get yourself a tiller to work on them roots if they are not too large! That will make quick work of getting them outta the ground so you can level them out with that....ummmm...Ford. Not sure that it could handle the tough job, you might need to call another Cub owner with a blade? :biggrin2.gif: My opinion....I would set the plow up that it does not float while plowing. The idea is to have a consistant furrow when plowing in my mind.....find the correct depth setting with the handle on the tractor then adjust the plow itself at the correct depth/angle to plow a nice furrow and lay the grond over nice and pretty! That is my

on the matter..... As far as the PO issue...can't help ya on that, never been around a cub like yours to know what is right and what isn't as far as clutch set ups. Sorry.

Love to see those action shots though! Who's your four legged vertically challenged friend?

ACecil · #7 10-19-2010, 07:39 AM

Your Original is sharp! Someone will be along to help you with the clutch and plowing questions.

R Bedell · #8 10-19-2010, 07:47 AM

Mizar:

With regards to the Engine Drive Belt, the NAPA belt is incorrect. As the label states "FHP" indicates it is a "Fractional Horse Power" (less than 1 HP) belt. The Kohler motor produces 7 HP. Thus, this belt will have a short life. The correct belt is IH-376230-R1. This belt is a Ag type and applicable for the engine horse power.

T-Mo · #9 10-19-2010, 08:48 AM

Here's a link to a little plowing info: Plowing 101

Here's a link to the Brinly PP-510 manual and a plow setup info from weekendfreedommachines web site. Plow Setup Info & Brinly Manual

Matt G. · #10 10-19-2010, 08:56 AM

The plow needs to be able to float. You need the slotted lift straps instead of the ones you have. If it is adjusted properly it will maintain a constant depth. It needs to be able to float to cope with uneven terrain and buried crap like tree roots, fence posts, and who knows what all else you'll find in a field. As you know, most fields are not packed down and full of tree roots, so plowing an actual field will be much easier. You could also use some wheel weights. I don't know about your area, but I can't plow anything but my garden with less than about 200# of wheel weights.

Also, your lift handle is badly bent and needs to be straightened.