Upgrading Wheel Spindles on Ford LGT 145 Garden Tractor
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 พ.ย. 2016
- In this video I upgrade the stock 3/4" wheel spindles on a 1974 Ford LGT 145 Garden Tractor to 1" spindles.
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Here are some links on the parts I used for this build:
Spindles:
www.northerntool.com/shop/tool...
Wheel Hubs:
www.surpluscenter.com/Wheels/S...
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Older video, I know, and obviously the job is done but to anyone else that reads this:
I'd recommend making the vertical 3/4" shaft about 1/4" longer than stock. Then you put heavy duty 3/4" I.D.x 1 1/4" O.D. x 1/4" thrust bearings in between the bottom of the axle and top of spindle (in this case, the flat of the tie rod bracket.) That's wear all the weight rides.
First time I hear about that kind of bearings (I'm a diy...,not a pro), but I have a LGT 165 too and I'm thinking about doing the same thing.. I love this idea. In this case here, which bearings would you renommend? Can you send a link of these bearings please? Tks.
Just what I was going to say.
I expect that conversion works as well as it looks. Great work!
I LOVE UR VIDS, I WOULD HAVE BOUGHT A GARDEN TRACTOR IF I KNEW U COULD DO THIS WHAT U DID. INSTEAD I BOUGHT A N/H TZ 1024. IV BEEN DOING ENOUGH GARDEN WORK FOR A TRACTOR BUT NOT THAT FOR A BIG ONE. TKS FOR EVERYTHING
Great job!
When using sandpaper on the lathe, you really should put something over the bed to protect the precision surface from abrasive grit shed by the sandpaper. Also, one should be prepared for the sandpaper to get caught and pulled into the machine - a loose grip and close attention is important.
Hey winter give us all a break here. Any good to say?
Ben - I stand by my comment. Abrasives are dangerous to precision machines; and having had my fair share of sandpaper yanked out of my hand I can state from experience that caution is warranted. As for having something nice to say... well... it’s a nice tractor?
Your new spindles are only slightly stronger than the stock ones because the load at the base of the 3/4 axle pin is the same as stock. Here is a trick I did to a Gt14- right next to the axle seal area is a place which has enough meat to weld an upright to it. The upright goes right next to the top pin retainer (but does not touch it), and has a set screw which loads against the retainer. (wish I could do a pic of it but the machine is at my son's house). This gives some beef to the spindle. Mike
any help you talk me through on hydraulics on a mits mt372?
good mornig
Thank You for another awesome video Norman! Please share the specs and source on the wheels you prefer for these front axle upgrades.
You got it. I just posted them in the description above. Thanks for watching!
Thanks
Great and the tractor looks so much better with those tires! Some ags on the rear? Nice explaining about the welder and anti splatter spray.
Btw love your ventilated trousers ;)
Thanks Nils! I actually don't like the ag tires anymore. I have them on the Cub Cadet and if I push something heavy, they immediately dig a really big hole. The tires on this Ford provide me with traction but will slip and not dig a big hole if I over work it. I may change to an ATV type tread as a middle ground. But I have gotten stuck with the Cub Cadet twice now from the Ag tires digging big holes. I end up pulling myself out with the backhoe.
I know what you mean. I have turf on my tractor for that exact reason, but the ags looks so much cooler! Perhaps som Carlisle all trail would be nice.
Just seen this what is hub used for ,did you use different front wheels, need to put new spindles on the front of my LGT 100, I just got
I watched with interest . Kudos for building mounting heavier front hubs , one of the areas that lawn tractors are always weak is the front steering . But now the spindles are still light and the rest of the front axel will not be up to what your tires and hubs will carry . Do you have a vid on building a upgraded entire front axel
I just bought a 165 open sided and the day after i got it home the left spidel snapped. Is there any chance you would manufacture these? Id love to add a loader to mine someday. I think this would be a magnificent upgrade
Isavetractors if you put oil on the drill bit you don't destroy your bits i always put oil on the bit when I'm using the drill press also it doesn't get stuck
Hi, thanks for the suggestion. I do put cutting oil on the bits, and find these big ones get stuck more than the little ones.
Nice job, where did u get the front tires for this build, what size are they, thanks
I buy all of my tires from Millertire.com. I believe they are 16 x 6.5x8
Hi Norman, I was looking at buying a loader like the one you have on your ford and put it on my case 446 (like your Ingersoll) I couldn't find too much information online. I was wondering if the loader will be too small or it just wont fit. any information will help. thanks.
What loader is it? A 446 can take a loader
it looks exactly like the one on your ford but black, the guy selling it currently has it on a wheel horse.
Oh yea than it would be perfect for your 446. You may need to modify the subframe and mounting but the loader will be great for you.
isavetractors perfect l, I just wanted to check with you because you have both and have experience with the loaders on these. Hopefully after I get it on I can possibly make a video to help others. Thank you.
I have a question for you I have a bolens 900 with a 8.25 Wisconsin I need to rebuild the starter generator do you sell parts for this
It probably uses the same Delco Remy Starter Gen as all of those era engines did. If so, Yes i do! Check out my website: www.isavetractors.com
Lots of great stuff in your vids, I've watched a ton of them, not only a bunch good info but a lot of fun. Q for you Norm, I just bought a fairly tired open side LGT 165 /K341 with a loader and mini-backhoe and need to service the hydrostatic trans for starters. What is the make / model of the trans? Any info regarding where to buy parts for it is most appreciated also. I'll need assorted sundry parts for this rig in general, just getting started.
Eaton 1100 Hydro Transmission mated to a peerless 2500 2 speed rear end. Our business has all the engine parts you would need. I personally use Travellar brand universal hydraulic fluid in my rear end. It is sold by Tractor Supply Co. You have a GREAT tractor! Care for it well, and when you're sick of it, let me know. I'd buy it if you weren't too far!
Thanks for the good info Norman. The LGT tractor itself needs some attention, we'll see how it turns out shortly. The loader and backhoe will be put right in any case, very useful equipment. The tractor is a bit rough, it's been worked pretty hard, always left outside and it shows. I think it's been given zero protection and a lot of jobs. I'm glad you're around Norm, my LGT/Kohler will be counting on you.
Case comes with a 1 inch spindle all the way to the bearing.
Where do you source the new wheels?
Millertire.com
Hi Norman,
Great Videos !!!! You do some really Good Work there !! Enjoy watching videos very much !!
I have 1974 LGT 165 with rear PTO and Johnson TC 10 Workhorse loader. [ And 68 Cub Cadet 125 in Great shape ]
Please let me know if You have a grille frame for the 165 ??? Mine is all busted up and half of it missing [ i bought it that way ] And I have looked and looked and can not seem to find one around here.
If You have one or a line on one let me know what You want for it ?
Thanks !! Philip -- Shelbyville KY.
Hi Phillip, I do know a place you can get those grills. Send me an email at info@isavetractors.com and I can help you out.
I thiught i just watched a video with you explaining that the Ford LGT has the strongest wheel spindles of all the old garden tractors...because of the steel gussets...
I was wondering about the same thing. I guess he probably just wanted to prevent potential future damages ($$$ and all the time wasted to fix it when you're working with it in the middle of a job and it brakes...!!) with heavy loads in the front bucket. Hey he got all the tools and the shop to do it, so why not prevent it and at the same time upgrading it!
What size of wheel & tire size
Cool vid.I would like to know what welder and generator you use.I went to forums and the welding guys all talk about bigger welders and generators.I would like a compact as possible setup.Thanks!
Mr Frog I use a Klutch 140si Inverter welder with inetub. 035 flux core wire. Great welder and it's only $400. it's true about all Internet forums for every industry: users will always say bigger is better and discount smaller machines. the truth is you can do a lot with Flux Core wire and 140 amps. I use an anti spatter spray which keeps my welds very clean. I can't built a bridge with 140 amps but I've built loaders, backhoes, trailers, ground rippers axles and more with it
isavetractors Thanks.I see northern tool has the welder for $369.What size generator?I'd like the portability of a generator/ welder,and not worry about a huge electricity bill.
that's 16800 watts at 120 volts and 140 amps
Mr Frog that's 140 output amps. the input amps is only 20 so that's 2400 watts. I have several generators but I mostly run this from a 3250 watt generator and use a 30amp breaker.
thanks-HUGE price difference between 17k generator and a used $100 5K generator I saw on craigslist.So a 5k should run that welder OK?
He has great ideas, I gain so much from this guy, but I think i would have kept the originals in the drawer.. destroying them simply to reuse that dog leg steering arm seemed a bit of a waste, he could have easily fabricated a better one in a few hours.
These Fords are same as jocobson rite
Yes correct
Hey need Helpe