Tip for when you’re fabricating your own gaskets, instead of the grease. Flip it around so that the gasket material lays on top of the part you need the gasket for, and smack it lightly with a rubber hammer✌️ you’ll have a nice and precise marking in the gasket material around the inner and outer area of the “ring”😊 edit: love the videos. Crazy knowledge about what you’re doing 👏
I really enjoy your videos. You clearly demonstrate the mechanical aptitude that found you dismantling tractor components to learn "how things work." I began learning engine mechanics by dismantling my Dad's lawnmower when I was 5 or 6 years old. He only told me to put it back together and that it had better run correctly. I will admit that one of his friend's helped me with torque vales and setting the points and plug gap but it ran. It was a learning experience "par excellance."
Yes those air cleaners are fun to take part Pete :) and seen one rusted bottom were oil hold rust with lots pin holes to had weld up on outside pan to fix it and couldn't get good used at tractor wreck yard! Plus one air filter chamber hose had fix on old the hose was slingie spring but changed to a rad hose style to ! Also 2 hose clamps too used and look nice carb to air box too! Also always like those Air Mushrooms caps to for Air Filter and Oil filter ones last long time !
You have a really clean and well stocked farm workshop. I envy you! I like how you take the time to do things the right way. Good job, good luck finding parts.
Excellent rebuild plan! Put it back together and put it through its paces, if you find any issues while running it you will know where to focus your attention in the final rebuild.
I like that idea... On a big tractor, I've noticed while watching you, there is a lot of details that is time consuming.... Even when I work on an antique garden tractor, I've found with my other routines, I don't always get to be working on the ole GT, as solidly as I want to. I think that's using your noodle, for sure!
I love seeing lil fixes on tractors (well, as long as it is an actual fix, not something half arsed), it gives the story of previous ownership. My Great grandfathers Allis Chalmers C is the same way. One of the FIRST things he did to it I remember my late grandfather telling me was changing the bench seat out for a regular tractor seat with a car spring under it. Even 60 years later its more comfortable than the bench. Only downside is, on the bench seat, you can have a pretty woman sitting next to ya ;).
@@JustaFewAcresFarm that's good. I don't know how many people put in or rebuild their own engines, and discover that they can't seem to get it to start or charge right, and wind up taking half of the engine back out to fix something that should have been planned for. I'm glad that you're on top of it.
The SATISFACTION you feel at the end of the day must be IMMEASURABLE. In these COVID days, EVERYONE needs a project like this. Great videos, look forward to next!
All in the process, I can see why your plan to do half now and part 2 next year. The cleanup you are going thru now is very interesting. Am enjoying the journey, looking forward to more.👍
Interesting as normal. As far as Bondo goes, I used JB WELD on my rocker panels of my pick-up as filler. They still look great. It sands down, and sticks to the metal perfect. Thanks for sharing. Iowa is watching :)
A glass cutter on a piece of glass makes a good way to cut thinner gaskets, and you can cut more intricate gaskets this way. Some teachers use this for making things for their bulletin boards.
Glad you are gonna have it running sooner than later. It is exciting to hear it fire on gas then watch the smoke roll as you bleed the injectors. Hopefully converting to diesel in a smooth way when you pull the compression release lever.
Yes that's a good idea paint the front of the tractor and use it this year and then watch people riding by you will get a double look when they go by lol
Been working my butt off on my new homestead, and just got a chance to catch up on all your vids! You have made some solid progress with the MD! Great plan on working on everything forward of the bell housing for this Fall! Glad to see you doing so well Pete!
Years ago we used a jig like you describe, to split a 4020 Deere. For seal riding areas. You might end up using a speedy sleeve to fix the grooved sealing area. Best wishes all.
They're saying about a foot for us, but I guess it's a little early to tell how the storm is going to track. Looks like I'll be moving snow for Friday's video!
I hope you bead blast or etch all the cleaned up parts before painting. Wire brushing is good for initial cleanup but it leaves a burnished, or polished finish on metal with little or no tooth for paint to adhere to. After a season or two the paint will just start flaking off.
Incidentally I may want to discuss acquiring a dexter cow next year if you should choose to part with a bred cow. I am in southern Herkimer County. I only have 4 acres of pasture so no more than 2 Dexters at a time.
Those old fixes are great characteristic marks lol it’s amazing some of the fixes people have done to stuff I seen a cat d2 rear end brazed it was remarkable they did a awesome job if these old machines could talk lol
I love your new idea Pete I think it is awesome. Because to be honest I want to see it running. As always though your videos are just fantastic so informative and so entertaining and I don't know about everyone else but I like your jokes. Stay safe and I hope you and your family are doing very very well.
I plan on pressure testing the radiator myself, along with a good vinegar soak. I’m pretty good at soldering and have repaired minor leaks in my other radiators.
Big plans, i plan allot and often miss judge or other things come up, when u slow down, and take more time, it becomes more pleasent, and in the end better, because your not rushed, or what was a hobby or lesure turns daughnting, take your time thanks for the videos
Pete, I love the new plan! That way we can see the MD back in action sooner and then also get to look fwd to more rebuild/refurbish next winter! I like that idea, and I'm sure one more tractor to use in the summer months I'm sure is a plus. Thank you very much for bringing us along! Look fwd to a lot more to come! Thank you sir!
Hey Pete if you need a junker 656 why not use the one you took the desil engine out of and just put that' gas engine in it I just watched the farming with antique famalls
If you just have to use this tractor to work this year then good plan, plus you have other equipment on the farm that needs preventive maintenance and or repairs before they can be used in the fields so the shop needs to be freed up for the other farming tools. Correct me if I am wrong but the oil bath air cleaner care instructions state the air cleaner is to be serviced daily or twice daily in dusty conditions. We all know that who in the world does that, one of the partial stickers that was cleaned off the air cleaner should have stated this. I have read this on many engines and thought ya right who will do that. Happy cleaning. lol
Dang, I was hoping you were going to take that air cleaner apart. I'm going through a mini resto on my 240 and opened my air cleaner to find it dry dirty and rusted. I was going to weld the hole in the bottom of my oil cup but I think I'll braze it instead. My filter packing it rusty, dirty and brittle. It looks like it would pull out except for the dimples around the rim and the rust. Do you remember how you got the one you talked about apart? Are you coating any of the bare metal parts you're cleaning up with something? Are you dealing with flash rust on anything. Thanks so much for doing this series, I'm learning so much.
The bottom is spot welded around the bottom rim. Drill out the spot weld dimples to get the bottom off and then you can remove the steel mesh. No issue with rust on parts cleaned with a grinder; an oil/grease film remains on the part. It's cleaned off with solvent before painting.
Did you send out the 4 pistons to the first 4 that ment your suggestion or requirements?? Just asking thought you would have shown them in route to the mailbox at least , no names needed I like your new approach with your MD
Enjoyed your video Pete you clean things up mint. Your haybine did you take it apart completely same way also just wondering? I'm following your example taking my tractor apart same way. Thanks your hard work. Have a great day.
I wonder if there is a business opportunity for someone ---- rebuilding the sub assemblies on old tractors, cars or other equipment and then selling them to people who don't want to rebuild what they have. Buy an old, non working tractor then strip off and rebuild the sub assemblies to overhaul and sell them. From Pete's remarks, it sounds like some such things are available for sale, but perhaps there is a market for more of them. At the same time, a person could be developing their skills and experience as a mechanic and deciding on more things they could do. I'm reminded of a kid who wanted to be an electrician but no one wanted to hire him. So HE hired an experienced, retired electrician and he started an electrical contracting business! The electrician taught him the trade and he ran the business and acquired the hours of experience needed to take the test to become a licensed electrician. And he was developing his own electrical contracting business as well.
Hi Pete! I am loving this series so far, I am a bit confused on what your doing this winter, this winter is the front going to be painted after it is put back together or is that when the entire tractor is done? Again greatly appreciate the content! I love watching these before going to bed to get my daily knowledge! :) Have a good day Pete! :)
Hi Zach, I'll be painting the pieces for the front before I put the front together. That should start in a week or two. The rear part will remain unpainted until after I go through it next winter.
Don't use bondo to completely fix dents like that especially if they are deeper than an 1/8", always best to get the metal as close as possible and only use bondo to "smooth", never to "fill"
Pete - my husband and I really enjoy watching your videos (he lik4es the tractor ones more) and I am learning alot! We both have a question - why not paint everything after you have it cleaned but before putting it all back together? Do you worry about rust once the metal has been cleaned but not covered with something?
Hi, there is still an oil/grease film on the parts after I clean them, so rust is not a problem. I wipe the parts with solvent to remove the film before painting. I will be painting parts before assembly, after I get everything cleaned. Painting will start in a week or 2. Thanks for watching!
I have a Farmall M for sale . Parts machine . Think the motor is locked up . Only thing missing is the starter . If ur interested message me . Thank You . I also know where a MD is that runs n has a home made three point on it .
We sure appreciate you sharing the rebuild details and explaining all the details of the item/part operations.
Seems like a good plan.
Fairly new here and been binge watching the MD playlist all day !!!! Love the channel 👍
Tip for when you’re fabricating your own gaskets, instead of the grease.
Flip it around so that the gasket material lays on top of the part you need the gasket for, and smack it lightly with a rubber hammer✌️ you’ll have a nice and precise marking in the gasket material around the inner and outer area of the “ring”😊 edit: love the videos. Crazy knowledge about what you’re doing 👏
Good plan, your so talented, after you go through everything, you will have a new tractor.
Thank you...and thanks for the sneak preview of next winters project...looking forward to it! Take care!
Thank you for this MD rebuild series
I like the new plan. That way you can run it a little while and then see what all you need to do to the rear end before you paint.
I really enjoy your videos. You clearly demonstrate the mechanical aptitude that found you dismantling tractor components to learn "how things work." I began learning engine mechanics by dismantling my Dad's lawnmower when I was 5 or 6 years old. He only told me to put it back together and that it had better run correctly. I will admit that one of his friend's helped me with torque vales and setting the points and plug gap but it ran. It was a learning experience "par excellance."
Yes those air cleaners are fun to take part Pete :) and seen one rusted bottom were oil hold rust with lots pin holes to had weld up on outside pan to fix it and couldn't get good used at tractor wreck yard! Plus one air filter chamber hose had fix on old the hose was slingie spring but changed to a rad hose style to ! Also 2 hose clamps too used and look nice carb to air box too! Also always like those Air Mushrooms caps to for Air Filter and Oil filter ones last long time !
Good plan. Realistic and time sensitive. I like that.
Cheers!
Whipple
You have a really clean and well stocked farm workshop. I envy you! I like how you take the time to do things the right way. Good job, good luck finding parts.
Nice job Pete👍
Thanks 🙏
Sounds like a great plan! You need them for working the farm - Sometimes time is crucial!
Another great video, Thank you for including us.
Excellent rebuild plan! Put it back together and put it through its paces, if you find any issues while running it you will know where to focus your attention in the final rebuild.
I like that idea... On a big tractor, I've noticed while watching you, there is a lot of details that is time consuming.... Even when I work on an antique garden tractor, I've found with my other routines, I don't always get to be working on the ole GT, as solidly as I want to. I think that's using your noodle, for sure!
Cant wat for the next video have a good day pete
Thanks 😊
I love seeing lil fixes on tractors (well, as long as it is an actual fix, not something half arsed), it gives the story of previous ownership. My Great grandfathers Allis Chalmers C is the same way. One of the FIRST things he did to it I remember my late grandfather telling me was changing the bench seat out for a regular tractor seat with a car spring under it. Even 60 years later its more comfortable than the bench. Only downside is, on the bench seat, you can have a pretty woman sitting next to ya ;).
Pete, you might want to get your starter and generator (alternator) rebuilt now so that they are ready for installation of the engine.
The tractor is getting a new alternator. Typically my Dad goes through the starters.
@@JustaFewAcresFarm that's good. I don't know how many people put in or rebuild their own engines, and discover that they can't seem to get it to start or charge right, and wind up taking half of the engine back out to fix something that should have been planned for. I'm glad that you're on top of it.
Really enjoying this series! Thank you for sharing.
The SATISFACTION you feel at the end of the day must be IMMEASURABLE. In these COVID days, EVERYONE needs a project like this. Great videos, look forward to next!
I love this project! Even the parts cleaning, which many find to be a chore.
All in the process, I can see why your plan to do half now and part 2 next year. The cleanup you are going thru now is very interesting. Am enjoying the journey, looking forward to more.👍
Good idea on "the new plan"
I learn so much from your videos. The detail is very much appreciated👍
plan B sounds good since your so buzy in the summer.
Interesting as normal. As far as Bondo goes, I used JB WELD on my rocker panels of my pick-up as filler. They still look great. It sands down, and sticks to the metal perfect. Thanks for sharing. Iowa is watching :)
A glass cutter on a piece of glass makes a good way to cut thinner gaskets, and you can cut more intricate gaskets this way. Some teachers use this for making things for their bulletin boards.
You are a genius. I absolutely love this idea to do the work over two years and get it to work thru the summer!
Glad you are gonna have it running sooner than later. It is exciting to hear it fire on gas then watch the smoke roll as you bleed the injectors. Hopefully converting to diesel in a smooth way when you pull the compression release lever.
Looking for to hearing it running!👍👍👍
Another great video. It’s coming along.
Yes that's a good idea paint the front of the tractor and use it this year and then watch people riding by you will get a double look when they go by lol
I look forward to watching your videos. Thank you for taking the time to explain, film, edit and post everything.
I enjoy the tractor rebuild
I used "speedy sleeves" to help oil seals work.
Smart of them to make the woodruff key the weak link!
Sounds like a great plan
Been working my butt off on my new homestead, and just got a chance to catch up on all your vids! You have made some solid progress with the MD! Great plan on working on everything forward of the bell housing for this Fall! Glad to see you doing so well Pete!
Great Plan Pete Its great the way you budget your time. Where's Henry your helper Today? Hope Hilary is also good.
It can get overwhelming for sure. Better to piece meal it and do it when you’re not rushed
Thanks for another great video Pete!
good idea
Great plan. All the comments failed to say that you need the garage for other farm work like making sausage that we saw Henry, Hillary and you make.
Ha ha! That's right!
Years ago we used a jig like you describe, to split a 4020 Deere. For seal riding areas. You might end up using a speedy sleeve to fix the grooved sealing area.
Best wishes all.
Hey Pete getting ready for the big storm here in massachusetts up to 15-18 inches they are saying what about you guys. Stay safe
They're saying about a foot for us, but I guess it's a little early to tell how the storm is going to track. Looks like I'll be moving snow for Friday's video!
Good plan thought there was a problem at first
I hope you bead blast or etch all the cleaned up parts before painting. Wire brushing is good for initial cleanup but it leaves a burnished, or polished finish on metal with little or no tooth for paint to adhere to. After a season or two the paint will just start flaking off.
Ha ha! A polished finish! Have you ever worked on an old tractor? I wipe with solvent before priming. Never had an issue with adhesion.
Great Plan
You my friend should have been a shop teacher!
😁🐒😁
As Derek from Vice grip Garage would say about the brazing, "It's factree".
I'll just pretend I didn't see that...
Good plan that way if you need your shop for something else it wont be already full. Look forward to the next one
Incidentally I may want to discuss acquiring a dexter cow next year if you should choose to part with a bred cow. I am in southern Herkimer County. I only have 4 acres of pasture so no more than 2 Dexters at a time.
Those old fixes are great characteristic marks lol it’s amazing some of the fixes people have done to stuff I seen a cat d2 rear end brazed it was remarkable they did a awesome job if these old machines could talk lol
I love your new idea Pete I think it is awesome. Because to be honest I want to see it running. As always though your videos are just fantastic so informative and so entertaining and I don't know about everyone else but I like your jokes. Stay safe and I hope you and your family are doing very very well.
Enjoying the videos!
you got to be in my top 3 youtubers i watch on regular
Thanks Joe!
@@JustaFewAcresFarm i just like the content that you make for me to watch
Wonder if it would be worth it just to take the radiator to a radiator shop and let them flush it and pressure test it. Keep up the good work!!!!!!
I plan on pressure testing the radiator myself, along with a good vinegar soak. I’m pretty good at soldering and have repaired minor leaks in my other radiators.
@@JustaFewAcresFarm I should have figured you had a plan already! Keep up the great work, love everything about your channel!
Big plans, i plan allot and often miss judge or other things come up, when u slow down, and take more time, it becomes more pleasent, and in the end better, because your not rushed, or what was a hobby or lesure turns daughnting, take your time thanks for the videos
Aye, words of wisdom there!
Pete, I love the new plan! That way we can see the MD back in action sooner and then also get to look fwd to more rebuild/refurbish next winter! I like that idea, and I'm sure one more tractor to use in the summer months I'm sure is a plus. Thank you very much for bringing us along! Look fwd to a lot more to come! Thank you sir!
I like the new plan, this means we will get to see you driving it sooner than later too
It gives me something to look forward to, without waiting so long to hear it run!
Really good plan I think
Hey Pete if you need a junker 656 why not use the one you took the desil engine out of and just put that' gas engine in it I just watched the farming with antique famalls
If you just have to use this tractor to work this year then good plan, plus you have other equipment on the farm that needs preventive maintenance and or repairs before they can be used in the fields so the shop needs to be freed up for the other farming tools.
Correct me if I am wrong but the oil bath air cleaner care instructions state the air cleaner is to be serviced daily or twice daily in dusty conditions. We all know that who in the world does that, one of the partial stickers that was cleaned off the air cleaner should have stated this. I have read this on many engines and thought ya right who will do that. Happy cleaning. lol
Enjoyed
Very Grateful For These Videos. Thanks for your genuine kindness.
very interesting farm
Have made many gaskets like that my Dad made his own gaskets all the time
Good plan!! Really good videos
Another Great video. Thanks
Great video!!
So now that you are spending so much time in the shop, how does the Mrs. spend her time???!!!
Hi Pete, I see you have a sand blast cabinet, just asking why don’t you use it? Love your videos kind regards Ian
It's quicker and easier for me to use a grinder for most parts.
Dang, I was hoping you were going to take that air cleaner apart. I'm going through a mini resto on my 240 and opened my air cleaner to find it dry dirty and rusted. I was going to weld the hole in the bottom of my oil cup but I think I'll braze it instead. My filter packing it rusty, dirty and brittle. It looks like it would pull out except for the dimples around the rim and the rust. Do you remember how you got the one you talked about apart? Are you coating any of the bare metal parts you're cleaning up with something? Are you dealing with flash rust on anything. Thanks so much for doing this series, I'm learning so much.
The bottom is spot welded around the bottom rim. Drill out the spot weld dimples to get the bottom off and then you can remove the steel mesh. No issue with rust on parts cleaned with a grinder; an oil/grease film remains on the part. It's cleaned off with solvent before painting.
Like #606
Thanks for the video!
Did you send out the 4 pistons to the first 4 that ment your suggestion or requirements??
Just asking thought you would have shown them in route to the mailbox at least , no names needed
I like your new approach with your MD
Hi Matt, I haven't sent them out yet. I had planned on doing it after the engine came back from the machine shop.
Good morning Pete, did you remember to put the fine screen in the small filter? I saw you take it out but not put it back in.
Hi Marc, both of the "filter retainers" were the same size. I put them both back in.
Nice idea👍 great treader AasimAahil
How do you like your Quincy air compressor?
👋 All the best to you.
Enjoyed your video Pete you clean things up mint. Your haybine did you take it apart completely same way also just wondering? I'm following your example taking my tractor apart same way. Thanks your hard work. Have a great day.
Hi James, I didn't paint my haybine, but I did paint my square baler. I partially disassembled it to do the painting. Good luck with your tractor!
@@JustaFewAcresFarm Hi yes I got to thinking it was the baler after I sent comment. Thanks your reply have a good day
I would think that air filter mesh must be pretty dirty. Will you clean that, and how?
It wasn't too bad, from what I could tell by running cleaning fluid through it. I'll be running detergent oil in it and changing it frequently.
80K subs
You would have been a swell shop teacher.
What are Henry, thoughts on the Painting of the Tractor 🚜 Next year?
👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🗽🙏🏻 Enjoyed!
When you were wiggling the gear on the mag drive I looked at my wife and said one word, “keystock”... Did I look like a genius or what...😂😂
I wonder if there is a business opportunity for someone ---- rebuilding the sub assemblies on old tractors, cars or other equipment and then selling them to people who don't want to rebuild what they have.
Buy an old, non working tractor then strip off and rebuild the sub assemblies to overhaul and sell them.
From Pete's remarks, it sounds like some such things are available for sale, but perhaps there is a market for more of them. At the same time, a person could be developing their skills and experience as a mechanic and deciding on more things they could do.
I'm reminded of a kid who wanted to be an electrician but no one wanted to hire him. So HE hired an experienced, retired electrician and he started an electrical contracting business! The electrician taught him the trade and he ran the business and acquired the hours of experience needed to take the test to become a licensed electrician. And he was developing his own electrical contracting business as well.
I wouldn't paint it at all. Make it look like a beater tractor but a great runner
Hi Pete! I am loving this series so far, I am a bit confused on what your doing this winter, this winter is the front going to be painted after it is put back together or is that when the entire tractor is done? Again greatly appreciate the content! I love watching these before going to bed to get my daily knowledge! :) Have a good day Pete! :)
Hi Zach, I'll be painting the pieces for the front before I put the front together. That should start in a week or two. The rear part will remain unpainted until after I go through it next winter.
Are you going to used automotive paint or Fleet store "tractor paint"?
Id like to see the animals even if we just get to say hello to them , I like that!
Don't use bondo to completely fix dents like that especially if they are deeper than an 1/8", always best to get the metal as close as possible and only use bondo to "smooth", never to "fill"
I gave my experience in the video. It works fine.
Pete - my husband and I really enjoy watching your videos (he lik4es the tractor ones more) and I am learning alot! We both have a question - why not paint everything after you have it cleaned but before putting it all back together? Do you worry about rust once the metal has been cleaned but not covered with something?
Hi, there is still an oil/grease film on the parts after I clean them, so rust is not a problem. I wipe the parts with solvent to remove the film before painting. I will be painting parts before assembly, after I get everything cleaned. Painting will start in a week or 2. Thanks for watching!
If I knew 1/2 of what you know I'd be a good mechanic.
I have a Farmall M for sale . Parts machine . Think the motor is locked up . Only thing missing is the starter . If ur interested message me . Thank You . I also know where a MD is that runs n has a home made three point on it .
It's a good plan. But it's to bad your going to have to split it again
i painted half of my john deere A 17 years ago, i still have a half painted A.
Ha ha! I’ve seen tractors like that before!
this made me laugh