I like your idea of the electrolysis bath. I use a lye bath for stripping paint. I saw the idea in a car restoration book years ago. Its basically a 30 gallon drum with a 240volt heater band that you add about 8 quarts of plumber’s lye. It will get to boiling temperature and you use wire to hang parts on the lip. It will take every bit of paint off, but not rust.
I inherited my TroyBilt from my mother,; who purchased it in 1977. I've used it every year, and about 2014 the original engine died. Th dealer contacted Troybilt and they directed him to Kohler engine which was a perfect match to the tiller chassis. It's now working on it's second life ! I could not ask for a better Tiller !!
......I'm compulsive in all things.....I have four Horses I am working on them right now. February 1 2022.....I can't buy just one of anything...I keep finding more and buying more....
This morning after running out of gas mine would only run on partial choke, and then it wouldn't run at all. I backed out the screw on the bottom of the carburetor and was surprised to see that it is a jet. Stuck to the jet was a small piece of gravel. Now it runs perfectly.
Nice find. I just purchased a 1971 Garden Way/ Troy Bilt found on Craigslist. Has the Tecumseh motor . Lady said they no longer us it and it won't start. $ 100.00 . Carb taken apart and cleaned, fresh gas, fired on second pull. Running with a little Sea Foam in it now.
Just purchased one 6hp in mint condition had a mtd before and this thing doesn’t even compare to it ,these old Troy bilt are the real deal. Buy it ones run it for life.
I had a 1981 Horse with the K161. Great tiller. I traded it in 1992 for a new Horse with the M8 Kohler Magnum. I still have it and it looks and runs like new.
With all those rocks you should probably take off the Bolo Tines and replace them with Pointed Pic Tines. These tines are made especially for rocky hard surfaces. However your suppose to have 2 belts on your Horse model just as mine has two belts also.
Its OK as long as he knew he was going to be taking it apart right away. I agree...no power washing just to make it look better and if you need to, stay away from all seals, bearings, etc.
Hi Stephen. I'm Pedro from Vernon. I bought a Troy Built Horse tiller from craigslist too this year. My first one. Paid $400 in April. Replaced the engine with a 6.5HP Predator Harbor Freight engine $99 with 20% off coupon. Nice engine. Had to replace axle, tine, drive pulley seals (5 total). Now seems the transmission slips from time to time. I suspect the clutch wheel is worn. That will be an overhaul project. Have you replaced a clutch wheel on one of these tillers before? Nice videos btw!
Hi Pedro. If you're referring to the "dog" clutch in the transmission, no I haven't. It is my understanding that these are pretty much bullet proof. I agree that you should watch the transmission rebuild series from "Turbinedoctor" it's very thorough. The only way the clutch could be damaged would be that the clutch was put into gear while the tines were turning. If the clutch was damaged then it would continually pop out of gear. If it stays in gear, but slips then it's either the belts, or the bearing and race behind the transmission pulley is worn, and this will cause the belts to slip. I hope this helps.
Also if at the end of this video you can see the play in the driveshaft caused by a worn front bearing. This would cause the transmission to slip. You can take the top off where the T-handle is to inspect the dog clutch. A bearing is an easy fix, a clutch would almost be a major rebuild. Hope it's an easy fix for you.
Hi Stephen - Fascinating. I'll look at the transmission pulley the next time it slips to see if it's the belts. It seems to slip in low gear only. Doesn't slip in high gear. All tilling is done in low gear. Mine is a 1972 Troy Built Horse tiller. On my last tiller run it slipped a lot. I had to jiggle the handles up and down some to get the tiller moving again. I am getting some oil seepage from the front transmission shaft seal, which I replaced brand new about 30 days ago. I'm unsure why that's leaking. Have to take off the engine to take look. I'll check the bearings and race too. Thanks for the tip, Stephen!
If you give an email address I can send you a pdf on the serial numbers. I've had the list for a while, and don't remember the link, but I did download the list as a pdf.
@@lindseymiller3216 Hi, I do have the PDF with all of the serial numbers stored on another computer. Hopefully by this weekend I'll look for it and send you a copy.
I like your idea of the electrolysis bath. I use a lye bath for stripping paint. I saw the idea in a car restoration book years ago. Its basically a 30 gallon drum with a 240volt heater band that you add about 8 quarts of plumber’s lye. It will get to boiling temperature and you use wire to hang parts on the lip. It will take every bit of paint off, but not rust.
I have a 7hp troy built tiller that i bought in 1979 and am still using it.
Like Timex watches : "they take a licking, and keep on ticking."
I inherited my TroyBilt from my mother,; who purchased it in 1977. I've used it every year, and about 2014 the original engine died. Th dealer contacted Troybilt and they directed him to Kohler engine which was a perfect match to the tiller chassis. It's now working on it's second life ! I could not ask for a better Tiller !!
They're the best for their time. Sure there are more fancier ones today, but bang for the buck they can't be beat.
......I'm compulsive in all things.....I have four Horses I am working on them right now. February 1 2022.....I can't buy just one of anything...I keep finding more and buying more....
I just got a 1976 traded a cub Cadet for it. Has a 5 horse Honda on it
@@joebird1400 ...good trade. The old Horses are tough as tanks...very solidly made....
Very nice video, I appreciate it 👍
This morning after running out of gas mine would only run on partial choke, and then it wouldn't run at all. I backed out the screw on the bottom of the carburetor and was surprised to see that it is a jet. Stuck to the jet was a small piece of gravel. Now it runs perfectly.
Nice find. I just purchased a 1971 Garden Way/ Troy Bilt found on Craigslist. Has the Tecumseh motor . Lady said they no longer us it and it won't start. $ 100.00 . Carb taken apart and cleaned, fresh gas, fired on second pull. Running with a little Sea Foam in it now.
You'll find that was the best $100 that you can spend. Mine is over 40 years old, and can still do the job.
Just purchased one 6hp in mint condition had a mtd before and this thing doesn’t even compare to it ,these old Troy bilt are the real deal. Buy it ones run it for life.
Wood for the reverse what a great idea..Do you have a video on that?? Love these old machines.
I had a 1981 Horse with the K161. Great tiller. I traded it in 1992 for a new Horse with the M8 Kohler Magnum. I still have it and it looks and runs like new.
Steve Warner ii
I think it was built prior to Aug 77, since I believe that is my built date with a serial # starting with 282
Hi Mark. I'll have to check, somewhere I have a Pdf that has the build dates, and the serial numbers.
With all those rocks you should probably take off the Bolo Tines and replace them with Pointed Pic Tines. These tines are made especially for rocky hard surfaces.
However your suppose to have 2 belts on your Horse model just as mine has two belts also.
I am an avid fan of working on tillers but I prefer ariens old tillers, I’ve had the same issues with rust welds fun stuff lol
The old Ariens Rocket VII were good tillers, but you just don't see many of them around.
Part #1072 hard fiber disc,plate for reverse disc part #1073.
Need parts for my Troy-Bilt holler
YIKES, doNot pressure wash , especially the rear tyne hubs
Its OK as long as he knew he was going to be taking it apart right away. I agree...no power washing just to make it look better and if you need to, stay away from all seals, bearings, etc.
Need parts for my Troy-Bilt horse 1985
Hi Stephen. I'm Pedro from Vernon. I bought a Troy Built Horse tiller from craigslist too this year. My first one. Paid $400 in April. Replaced the engine with a 6.5HP Predator Harbor Freight engine $99 with 20% off coupon. Nice engine. Had to replace axle, tine, drive pulley seals (5 total). Now seems the transmission slips from time to time. I suspect the clutch wheel is worn. That will be an overhaul project. Have you replaced a clutch wheel on one of these tillers before?
Nice videos btw!
Pedro T "turbinedoctor" on youtube has tranmission rebuild videos for this.
Hi Pedro. If you're referring to the "dog" clutch in the transmission, no I haven't. It is my understanding that these are pretty much bullet proof. I agree that you should watch the transmission rebuild series from "Turbinedoctor" it's very thorough. The only way the clutch could be damaged would be that the clutch was put into gear while the tines were turning. If the clutch was damaged then it would continually pop out of gear. If it stays in gear, but slips then it's either the belts, or the bearing and race behind the transmission pulley is worn, and this will cause the belts to slip. I hope this helps.
Also if at the end of this video you can see the play in the driveshaft caused by a worn front bearing. This would cause the transmission to slip. You can take the top off where the T-handle is to inspect the dog clutch. A bearing is an easy fix, a clutch would almost be a major rebuild. Hope it's an easy fix for you.
Hi William - turbinedoctor's tranmission rebuild video was an encouragement to watch. Thank for the recommendation.
Hi Stephen - Fascinating. I'll look at the transmission pulley the next time it slips to see if it's the belts. It seems to slip in low gear only. Doesn't slip in high gear. All tilling is done in low gear. Mine is a 1972 Troy Built Horse tiller. On my last tiller run it slipped a lot. I had to jiggle the handles up and down some to get the tiller moving again. I am getting some oil seepage from the front transmission shaft seal, which I replaced brand new about 30 days ago. I'm unsure why that's leaking. Have to take off the engine to take look. I'll check the bearings and race too. Thanks for the tip, Stephen!
Now days isn't it easier to just put new aftermarket carb on it. You Can get new carb for $15 Saves time and aggravation
what's the link to look up old troy-bilt tiller serial numbers?
If you give an email address I can send you a pdf on the serial numbers. I've had the list for a while, and don't remember the link, but I did download the list as a pdf.
@@stephenfestus9268 duncang01@gmail.com
Jwkeuma1@gmail.com for a pdf of the serial numbers. I have one that ends with 77. (The year I believe)
@@stephenfestus9268 miller5733@tds.net I have a 1977 model, I think, if you could send me the link; it would be appreciated.
@@lindseymiller3216 Hi, I do have the PDF with all of the serial numbers stored on another computer. Hopefully by this weekend I'll look for it and send you a copy.