A couple reasons I could add. *Meeting cool people! We go to antique tractor/machinery shows almost every weekend from spring to fall, mostly in southern Michigan, northern Indiana, and Ohio. I like to meet other people that share my interests. *Great way to make some extra cash. I don't sell parts like Norm here, but I do a ton of small engine work on the side. I find these tractors all the time around me sitting in people's yards. (Rural area) often times I can pick them up for $100-$200, do a little tuneup work, get them running, and make a couple hundred bucks. Not getting rich off it but I use that money to support my personal garden tractor habit. Once people know your into these older machines, you'll be surprised how many times someone will say something like "I've got an old Cub cadet sitting behind the shed, you can have it if you want it."
That's funny you say that, because I got rid of my '46 case because it took up too much space and got into garden tractors. Fast forward a few years and between my 9yr old son and I we have about 25 and many more have come and gone. My wife thinks garden tractors breed in the garage.
@@jhitt79 my wife does too lol, I have 9 at this point, in the past I'd have maybe 12-18 at a time and a few days later I'd have 20 or more she'd stop and say where the heck did those come from lol
Just built a 1970 Wheel Horse Raider 10 for my Dad to ride around his yard, run out to get his mail and to visit neighbors. He's 88 and don't get around well. Delivered it yesterday, cool seeing my old man pulling wheelies in his driveway, grinning ear to ear.
Hey buddy,...I have an old 1960's Craftsman garden tractor. I am looking for tires for it. Size 16x5.50x8...and 4.10/3.50-6 Thanks for any help you may be able to offer. I prefer bar tread if possible. ~Kevin
Just picked up a 1973 wheel horse 8hp 4 speed for $100 bucks a few weeks ago. Traded for a wheel horse parts tractor about 2 weeks later. And now I have a nice little tractor with parts easily accessible that is way more capable than my jd mower.
Norman you are a great guy, a great dad to get your children so much, and I think you have a great business that you have developed. You got it all going on so keep up the good work!
Bought a engine rebuild kit from this guy on ebay , price was great and great products ! The kits also include a couple small parts other companies don't offer in there's 👍 Like no shit this guy sells it all same parts as other companies but at a better price , and also offers small hard to find parts others don't ! I honestly believe not only is he in it for the money ( of course ) but he really loves garden tractors and honestly wants to help other people rebuild there's and no he doesn't know me and I am not being paid to advertise for him .
I wish we had more old GT here in Sweden 🇸🇪. They were very expensive so didn’t sell well when compared to larger tractors. But large tractors are not for the average homeowner. One thing to be happy about here in Sweden though are all the old and cool front cutting deck riding mowers like Stiga Park and Husqvarna riders. So how much snow do U have now? Heard you were hit pretty hard. Not much snow here in Sweden 😢
Awesome. I love those front deck cutters too. We have about 2 feet of snow on the ground now. We have a big storm coming this thursday that is threatening to bring 3 feet of snow!
I'm currently restoring an old Snapper Comet (Model 3080 rear engine rider) for my grandpa and I'm almost done with the painting process so I will be reassembling things soon. However, I haven't planned on restoring the engine along with the mower, it's a good-running 12hp Briggs L-head, not the original motor unfortunately, but I also have another motor of the same type that has broken down and needs a rebuild. Do you think I should try to restore and paint the bad motor to replace the mower's current engine, or just stick with the engine it had on it when I found it? Thanks.
I don't know how much snow falls in Maine but when 20" or more falls in one day a garden tractor is most valuable tool. Earlyer this year last winter got 36" of snow in 1.5 days in North East Pennsylvania, the only tool that had power to move all the snow was my 1967 restored Simplicity Landlord 2012. As a side note the first year simplicity to be equipped with my favorite engine, the Cast Iron Briggs & Stratton duel synchro balanced 30c.i. 12 horse power engine. Equipped with Snow Blower, rear sleeve hitch 45 pound lift counter weight, hand made 160 pound center weightbar, rear wheel weight, agricultural tires, and tire chains. Loved it👍 Love your videos as well😉
Hmm I normally return every email. Granted I get over 100 tractor emails a day but I will look for yours today to see if I missed it. Sorry about that!
Great video! I definitely agree it's a really good way to learn mechanical things and small engines, that's how I started about 13 years ago with a old massey ferguson 7 tractor
I have an old John Deere 214 and the engine bay is coated in this thick grassy muck. How would you clean it? I thought About taking out the battery and using a pressure washer but I wasn’t sure that it wouldn’t damage any thing, like the hydraulic lines or electrical cables
I don't like using pressure washers. I suggest simply using a plastic scraper and several cans of engine cleaner.. Also use a lot of paper towels. It will come off!
I own an old Montgomery-Ward garden tractor, a Roper Rally mower, a 1969 J.I. Case 442 PK, a 19?? Case 80 vari driv RE garden tractor, an 86' MTD Coast to Coast garden tractor, an 1987? Craftsman 12hp OHV lawnrider, and a 1970's TORO RE riding mower (possibly a whirlwind). lets just say I got quite the diverse collection.
Do you know anything about Dynamark tractors? I recently purchaced a tractor with no branding, and I think its a dynamark, the the briggs flathead 12.5hp has a 96 datecode But the tractor looks like maybe late 70s ish to me. the model number is 3912-0801 with a code of 7222, I cant find any information on it. the tag I got that from said Western International. its got a 5 speed manual, with both recoil and electric start, and its a verticle shaft engine.
What are hydraulics do I use in a 1250 international harvester Cub cadet also I'm trying to make it all I'm trying to make everything I do what I want hydraulic I I'm trying to put on a backhoe but I do not know what I'm doing
I love these old tractors I am pushing a lot of snow with my 86 JD260 with my homemade plow. Check out my channel to see it. I can't wait to make some tracks like yours for next season.
I like the idea of salvaging old tractors, And yours are really nice. However i find myself watching other channels. Because they show a guy with very little money or tools, Reviving an old tractor. Or at least attempting to. Your channel is more for people with high end tools, And lots of money.
Can you offer any help with the carburettor on a 1972 Lombardini (intermotor) LA490? my Belos 272 (Swedish made) walk behind has this motor, and will stars, although with difficulty, but immediately begins to leak fuel out of the hrizontal where the carburettor comes apart. It will almost die as soon as I give it some work to do. It's a nice big heavy walk behind which I like to use as a snow plough or snow blower, depending on the snow. I love your enthusiasm, by the way!
Okay this is great; but how do you make money doing this? Who is going buy these restored tractors? I agree that the home depot specials are just junk.
Its better to get a old tractor and do alittle matenance on it and have it last dorever than to buy a modern tractor and struggle trying to fix it for as long as you have it, the only modern tractor that is as good as the garden tractors nowadays are stieners and ventracs, nothing else compares to the garden tractors
there not very cheap in europe its cheaper to buy new but made in china ,they become colectable so that puts the price up i remember in the 90s buying rider mower for 25 quid from someone who gets stuff from scrapyard now it cost more than 500,my racing bike in 2003 bought in bikeshop cost 25 euros now at least 1000 euro
Love your channel. I love big tractors, But your right I can own 30 garden tractors for the space that 3 farm tractors would take up. Plus garden tractors pretty much all have around same engines like you said so I can keep parts on hand. I love saving old machines, And keeping them from the scrap pile. It's a great hobby, especially for kids to get involved.
I'm sold on them I want one ! Thanks for doing the vids wish you were my neighbour lol I've got some old fergusons and dextas wish I'd seen these first but hey ho ! I'm on the look out now .
Norman a number of years I was gifted I believe its 68 Sears Suburban 12. It has a hydro trac solid state ignition. It was off the machine when I got it and never got around to searching for a replacement. I would like to wire this one to make sure it is in fact bad and then go from there. Do you have a wiring schematic for this type of ignition system. Thanks
My son is a little over 1 and he says TRACTOR more than mama or dada. So I bought a simplicity 7112 with the mower, tiller and snow thrower for a 100 the other day. I can't wait to fix her up for him.
old machinery is difficult to find parts ive been ripped of a few times getting parts so now i got a walking tractor same desighn since 1977 still made by belarus ,my old allen champion heavy duty mower is gone but i still have memories i have manual and catalogue wich no ones ever heard or there is no information about it on internet only the allen scythe
Got a point. I picked my first classic gt this spring. A 1973 john deere 112. Bought it for 200 bucks and the old farmer was absolutely shocked when i told him i was gonna do a full restoration on the ol girl. Not many 25 year old kids that want to restore old mowers
Hi Norman, After being away from messing around with a few old garden tractors for 15 years, I'm getting back into it. Just bought two Sears Suburbans, 12 + 16. I also picked up a BEAUTIFUL 68 Cub Cadet 125 in Great shape, from my friends father. He washed it after each use and kept it in his barn. Not much to restore on that one, but I couldn't pass it up. I'm taking the SS-16 down to the frame, so I'm sure I'll be looking into parts from you. Thanks for the great videos! Jon W.
It was great to find your channel ( and website) love old garden tractors . Bought a club cadet ( broken steering ) $25, John deer 214 in great shape $50 , Husqvarna 26 hp ( throws belts ) $50 wrong sized belt …it’s a ridiculously fun way to make money & now I have my grandson hooked !
Ok Norman here's the dill pickle. I have a 73 16 HP Monkey Wards. Here's the only number I can find: 326434-0134-01-7302061. It has a tiller but I'm not sure what those numbers mean. Is it a Gilson or Briggs engine? It runs - we tilled a new garden today but I would like to do an off frame resto. Where to start for parts? Is there a tear down procedure somewhere for both engine and tractor? New brake pads? Does it even have brake pads? Anyway, I'm willing to restore it but I DO need your help.
I am with you Norman. Old garden tractor lover forever. While they are 30-40 years old they can still run and drive like a dream. Love your channel. Thanks for saving the tractors!
Up until recently, the oldest tractor I had was an '86 Toro 11-38. It's not exactly a featherweight (about 540lbs) but it rolls around well enough outside of our hilly terrain sections that you don't feel like you're going to pass a stone if you have to move it unpowered. Today we brought home a '77 214, and my god, it's like pushing a cast iron potbelly stove around on a wooden pallet. I'm not entirely convinced the brakes aren't seized with rust (the engine sure is!), but it was a massive battle just to get it on the trailer, tow it home and then break out the Toro to tow it to my patio; it was pouring down rain, and even though my back hurts like a mofo, I got soaked and slipped in the mud, I had a smile on my face the whole time in the effort to get it to my work area. It's now a focal point of pride to bring it back to a state it deserves for being a mighty survivor. But (!) it does speak volumes to build quality. It's been someone's work horse for 40+ years, and after I get done with it, hopefully my kids will be able to drive it at their house one day as grown adults. (presuming gasoline will still be a thing by then) I very much doubt it was envisioned that these tractors would ever see that kind of lifetime, but I guarantee the garbage they build today will return to their elemental states long before these two will!
Thank you for information on the tires ! Two thumbs up ! Next question, my ignition switch has 4 tabs , b , battery, s, start , d ? and c ,?coil ? Will appreciate any information ! New at this , want to learn for a retirement hobby ! Btw , its a simplicity 3112v i believe ! Thanks !
I accidentally rolled my dad's 68 sears suburban down a steep Rocky Hill. And the only thing that broke on the damn thing was the carborator! I was extremely surprised when I pulled the thing out and the steering, body, or engine was damaged in any way
I’m 13 and am in the beginning of restoring a old Alice b110 and have bought many parts from you company already, and I’m wondering where low gear is on these? Mine was rough when I got it
I have a 1989 Wheel Horse 312-8 and a 2000 314-8. However, when we sold properly in VA to move south..I sold a 1964 Craftsman garden tractor...was Roper built, 7 hp (originally 6), a 1974 ST-10 Sears, I speed, a 1951 David Bradley, and a well worn 1957 Sears (mfg by Jackson MFG) 21" self propelled mower. The engine sit on a pedestal and had a foot pedal to tighten the belt for the drive and blade. It used a Briggs 8BH engine. I do so much hate not having the Bradley now. Keep up the good work!
My wife didn’t understand why I wouldn’t get rid of my broken Cub Cadet. I bought a Deere and the ended up reseated the valve seat on the Cub with an old socket and a hammer. I agree with you, collect and repair.
they were made to last and be able to work on. not the throw away chinese junk you buy nowadays. i got a moffet 7hp rider. two swisher 3 wheel zero turns. also have a late 60s/early 70s craftsman. with a tech motor. now this are not the mini tractor types this guy is talking about.
I’m 11-year-old kid I live on a farm I saw your videos and was delighted because I really love tractors since I was 4 all I wanted is to be able to drive a tractor so I set out on a search Kijiji craigslist everywhere nothing no tractors I live in Canada and I’m in the country so would be really useful to have a tractor around I just would like to know where I can find a tractor
Great video. I got into these old tractors because for the amount of work these old GT's can do for what you pay for them, you can't beat them. The amount of money you'd pay today for a machine and attachments to do what my 214 will do it would be way more than I paid for my tractor and its attachments. The only drawback there seems to be at all is that sometimes parts can be harder to get with these old machines, but you help us out with that!
Good question. I keep my primary working ones in lean to roofs build off of my garage/shop and another shed. Some of my other working tractors do get left out in the property where they do work. I also keep a bunch in those Shelter Logic Portable Garages. In the future, I would love to build a big pole barn to keep them. My 2 most "pretty" tractors actually sit outside our office. I don't mind leaving them out, because I want to see and enjoy them instead of hiding them behind closed doors. I do protect the paint with regular waxings. I'll make a video on that when all of the snow melts away!
All of that reasons are true and 5 completely my grandpa bought a old zetor 2011 and I was working evry friday on it and its now a fast and strong beast
I got a Ford LGT 145 and she is a coil fryer, along with killing the points @ condenser what do you think is the matter she will run until she gets hot and thats it gotta replace coil points @ condenser costing me a small fortune
Wiring. The leading cause of burned out components is shorts and excess resistance from corrosion. Also make sure you're using the correct internally resisted coils, replace your spark plug cables and check your spark plugs to make sure they're correct. We have it all if you need anything. www.isavetractors.com
Hey bud im rebuilding a riding lawn mower im puting a push mower in it it has a 6.5 hp toro im not sure what kind of what riding lawn mower it is but it use to have a 8hp with a 3 speed gear it say trusted on the hood n its original color is orange but the hole point is to make it a go kart n im haveing steering issues with it its not jump its turn gear hard two turn n need help set up pully drive belt its a buget build so wounder if you help out with i love your channel keep maken videos your fan chris angulo
Hi Norman, I'm about to close on 10 acres of brushy land down east. I want a midsize affordable vintage tractor... With loader bucket, backhoe attachment, and post hole digger attachment. What are the best models and years to seek for this need? We'll be clearing, adding driveway and foot paths, digging for construction of outbuildings, and building a small home, and we'll have a small number of farm animals. It would be nice if it had enough power/ torque to move boat trailers and loaded carts of compost around the property.
For you, you would want to consider a larger tractor than a garden tractor. Something around 2 tons (4,000 lbs) would be great for you. And then get a smaller garden tractor for the smaller areas.
@@Isavetractors thanks Norman. After learning more, I'm thinking a Ford 3000 or 4000 or a Allis D14 or D15 might be the right size. Is that the size you're thinking of?
I'm more a fan of small farm/ultility tractors, but I would love to have a little Ford like your 120 to be my 3000s little brother. I have a Ford 3000 and a John Deere 530 which are almost fully restored, and a Farmall 300u, which is still in the early stages. It sat for over 20 years so it's going to be quite the project!
I have a gt 14 wheel horse it was made 1972 trying to get parts for it is mind boggling every thing is discontinued the motor is the only thing I can get parts for
Thanks for your help Norman. I just bought a carb off of you for my Cub 107. I have been looking for the right mower for about a year and found the perfect machine. Your videos have helped a ton!
They end up costing a fortune and leave you with empty pockets. Leave them in the junk and save your money. Been there. Had Bolens,Cub Cadet,Wheelhorse. They were all overrated and worthless.
I think you will find you're the only comment of this kind on our channel. Thanks for watching! (I think) Too bad we weren't around when you did because our company has made parts affordable again. Our customers rebuild entire engines for under $300
Dude I run a 1969 F100 Ford garden tractor around home! Just found your channel, hooked, subbed. 👍 enjoying the cold? We were -4 this morning in Troy. Be well
Thanks for subscribing! The cold is killing us. it's been reaching -20 in the evening and just barely crawling up double digits with full sun during the day.
A couple reasons I could add.
*Meeting cool people! We go to antique tractor/machinery shows almost every weekend from spring to fall, mostly in southern Michigan, northern Indiana, and Ohio. I like to meet other people that share my interests.
*Great way to make some extra cash. I don't sell parts like Norm here, but I do a ton of small engine work on the side. I find these tractors all the time around me sitting in people's yards. (Rural area) often times I can pick them up for $100-$200, do a little tuneup work, get them running, and make a couple hundred bucks. Not getting rich off it but I use that money to support my personal garden tractor habit. Once people know your into these older machines, you'll be surprised how many times someone will say something like "I've got an old Cub cadet sitting behind the shed, you can have it if you want it."
jhitt79 hi would you be able to give me some advice on where I could find vintage garden tractor
Can you tell me what year my model 7116 simpicity tractor was made thank you
They don't take up a lot of space until you get about 25 of them Hahaha
lol.
That's funny you say that, because I got rid of my '46 case because it took up too much space and got into garden tractors. Fast forward a few years and between my 9yr old son and I we have about 25 and many more have come and gone. My wife thinks garden tractors breed in the garage.
@@jhitt79 my wife does too lol, I have 9 at this point, in the past I'd have maybe 12-18 at a time and a few days later I'd have 20 or more she'd stop and say where the heck did those come from lol
And they will be around for another 40+ years compared to today’s junk mowers.
He included a Bolens photo in the mix, Finally, Norman!
I agree I found a 416-8 wheel horse left for 30 years in a field. I rebuilt with my boys. Runs great now.
I have a old John Deere 110 with a 8hp Briggs motor, need a new motor, what do you recommend?
Just built a 1970 Wheel Horse Raider 10 for my Dad to ride around his yard, run out to get his mail and to visit neighbors. He's 88 and don't get around well. Delivered it yesterday, cool seeing my old man pulling wheelies in his driveway, grinning ear to ear.
Hey buddy,...I have an old 1960's Craftsman garden tractor. I am looking for tires for it. Size 16x5.50x8...and 4.10/3.50-6 Thanks for any help you may be able to offer. I prefer bar tread if possible.
~Kevin
Check out millertire.com
Love it brother, just found your channel and I must say you’re a man after my own heart.
Just picked up a 1973 wheel horse 8hp 4 speed for $100 bucks a few weeks ago. Traded for a wheel horse parts tractor about 2 weeks later. And now I have a nice little tractor with parts easily accessible that is way more capable than my jd mower.
You would be a great and fun neighbor to have.
Where can I find one is my question ? Here in my area during the big steel scrapping craze people sold everything.
The best reason to redo an old machine is because 90 percent of what is sold today is Junk.
Norman you are a great guy, a great dad to get your children so much, and I think you have a great business that you have developed. You got it all going on so keep up the good work!
Bought a engine rebuild kit from this guy on ebay , price was great and great products !
The kits also include a couple small parts other companies don't offer in there's 👍
Like no shit this guy sells it all same parts as other companies but at a better price , and also offers small hard to find parts others don't ! I honestly believe not only is he in it for the money ( of course ) but he really loves garden tractors and honestly wants to help other people rebuild there's and no he doesn't know me and I am not being paid to advertise for him .
You forgot one reason reason number 6 would be. Its fun
I wish we had more old GT here in Sweden 🇸🇪. They were very expensive so didn’t sell well when compared to larger tractors. But large tractors are not for the average homeowner. One thing to be happy about here in Sweden though are all the old and cool front cutting deck riding mowers like Stiga Park and Husqvarna riders. So how much snow do U have now? Heard you were hit pretty hard. Not much snow here in Sweden 😢
Awesome. I love those front deck cutters too. We have about 2 feet of snow on the ground now. We have a big storm coming this thursday that is threatening to bring 3 feet of snow!
Wow that’s a lot of snow! Could give some great videos. Keep safe out there and keep these great videos coming!
I'm currently restoring an old Snapper Comet (Model 3080 rear engine rider) for my grandpa and I'm almost done with the painting process so I will be reassembling things soon. However, I haven't planned on restoring the engine along with the mower, it's a good-running 12hp Briggs L-head, not the original motor unfortunately, but I also have another motor of the same type that has broken down and needs a rebuild. Do you think I should try to restore and paint the bad motor to replace the mower's current engine, or just stick with the engine it had on it when I found it? Thanks.
I have a 1967 Cub Cadet 123 Hydrostatic with a dozer blade on front.
I don't know how much snow falls in Maine but when 20" or more falls in one day a garden tractor is most valuable tool. Earlyer this year last winter got 36" of snow in 1.5 days in North East Pennsylvania, the only tool that had power to move all the snow was my 1967 restored Simplicity Landlord 2012. As a side note the first year simplicity to be equipped with my favorite engine, the Cast Iron Briggs & Stratton duel synchro balanced 30c.i. 12 horse power engine. Equipped with Snow Blower, rear sleeve hitch 45 pound lift counter weight, hand made 160 pound center weightbar, rear wheel weight, agricultural tires, and tire chains. Loved it👍
Love your videos as well😉
Right on! thanks for sharing. We are expecting 3 feet of snow this coming Thursday!! I hope it hits us with full power!
Great video so true.
Its awesome seeing someone this passionate about whatever. Just wish youd return my email lol
Hmm I normally return every email. Granted I get over 100 tractor emails a day but I will look for yours today to see if I missed it. Sorry about that!
Get yourself ready for orders, acquired another John Deere 300 series from the 80s
He has a 317 and the john deere 300 was only made form 1975 to 1977
Always ready for orders, keep em coming! :)
Great video! I definitely agree it's a really good way to learn mechanical things and small engines, that's how I started about 13 years ago with a old massey ferguson 7 tractor
100% agreed
Kids love em because they are "just their size" and get to drive them when they can reach the pedals.
I have an old John Deere 214 and the engine bay is coated in this thick grassy muck. How would you clean it? I thought About taking out the battery and using a pressure washer but I wasn’t sure that it wouldn’t damage any thing, like the hydraulic lines or electrical cables
I don't like using pressure washers. I suggest simply using a plastic scraper and several cans of engine cleaner.. Also use a lot of paper towels. It will come off!
I own an old Montgomery-Ward garden tractor, a Roper Rally mower, a 1969 J.I. Case 442 PK, a 19?? Case 80 vari driv RE garden tractor, an 86' MTD Coast to Coast garden tractor, an 1987? Craftsman 12hp OHV lawnrider, and a 1970's TORO RE riding mower (possibly a whirlwind).
lets just say I got quite the diverse collection.
#6 It gives old retired guys sumthin to do!
Do YOU like old vintage lawn tractors anyone in here ???? I gotta 1987 jc Penney lawn tractor grass handler 32inch cut
Nice video. Very true about how the old tractors were built and how durable they are. Good to know you have parts for them.
Do you know anything about Dynamark tractors? I recently purchaced a tractor with no branding, and I think its a dynamark, the the briggs flathead 12.5hp has a 96 datecode But the tractor looks like maybe late 70s ish to me. the model number is 3912-0801 with a code of 7222, I cant find any information on it. the tag I got that from said Western International. its got a 5 speed manual, with both recoil and electric start, and its a verticle shaft engine.
Looking for a fuel tank for my restoration project. Symplicity Landlord 101..thankyou in advance.
Cheers Eric 💈
Can you help me by showing me how to hook up all hydraulics my international harvester 1250 I'm I'm trying to make it all hydraulic
What are hydraulics do I use in a 1250 international harvester Cub cadet also I'm trying to make it all I'm trying to make everything I do what I want hydraulic I I'm trying to put on a backhoe but I do not know what I'm doing
I have a really really nice ford 120 that I'm thinking of restoring I would love to send you some pictures and videos of if you give me a email
All true! 1974 Jacobsen GT14, snowblower, loader, mowing deck
I love these old tractors I am pushing a lot of snow with my 86 JD260 with my homemade plow. Check out my channel to see it. I can't wait to make some tracks like yours for next season.
I found a 1971 ford 100 for $60 running and driving just needed a battery
Nice! I love those kinds of finds!
The best kind of find is if the owner doesn't know how to start it so they think it doesn't run and they tell you that you can have it free
I like the idea of salvaging old tractors, And yours are really nice. However i find myself watching other channels. Because they show a guy with very little money or tools, Reviving an old tractor. Or at least attempting to. Your channel is more for people with high end tools, And lots of money.
Can you offer any help with the carburettor on a 1972 Lombardini (intermotor) LA490? my Belos 272 (Swedish made) walk behind has this motor, and will stars, although with difficulty, but immediately begins to leak fuel out of the hrizontal where the carburettor comes apart. It will almost die as soon as I give it some work to do. It's a nice big heavy walk behind which I like to use as a snow plough or snow blower, depending on the snow. I love your enthusiasm, by the way!
Okay this is great; but how do you make money doing this? Who is going buy these restored tractors? I agree that the home depot specials are just junk.
i have two garden tractors case 446 and bolens husky 1050 and on really big international tractor and one small mtd lawn tractor
I have a 1984 / 782 diesel cub cadet it mowes great and run great and loving it
So you say you have parts for every oid tractor but yet you don't..I do not see anything for Sears Suburban other old Brands like that
Its better to get a old tractor and do alittle matenance on it and have it last dorever than to buy a modern tractor and struggle trying to fix it for as long as you have it, the only modern tractor that is as good as the garden tractors nowadays are stieners and ventracs, nothing else compares to the garden tractors
there not very cheap in europe its cheaper to buy new but made in china ,they become colectable so that puts the price up i remember in the 90s buying rider mower for 25 quid from someone who gets stuff from scrapyard now it cost more than 500,my racing bike in 2003 bought in bikeshop cost 25 euros now at least 1000 euro
If you find an old USA small tractor let us know. We ship to Europe too!
I've got a small collection of old LG tractors. If interested, I'll give a good deal on the whole lot.
I couldn't agree with you more! Thanks for posting videos and helping people get started in the garden tractor hobby!
Absolutely! It's time to push this popular hobby to the next generation.
I just bought a big garden tractor and it is bigger than the 4040 power mack
Love your channel. I love big tractors, But your right I can own 30 garden tractors for the space that 3 farm tractors would take up. Plus garden tractors pretty much all have around same engines like you said so I can keep parts on hand. I love saving old machines, And keeping them from the scrap pile. It's a great hobby, especially for kids to get involved.
I have a GT6000 Craftsman from the 80s it has a high and low 3 speed and I take it mudding and it's built to last
Yea those ones had the classic 80's styling! That's the decade I grew up in, so I have a affinity to those too.
Reason #6 they are built like an army tank and last forever.
Great stuff, I have 4 old Sears tractors, I got one at an estate sale that was never run, still has tits on the tire tread.
I'm sold on them I want one ! Thanks for doing the vids wish you were my neighbour lol I've got some old fergusons and dextas wish I'd seen these first but hey ho ! I'm on the look out now .
Nice! Let us know if you ever need any assistance. Parts or otherwise.
How do I change my 12hp Kohler to electronic ingnition
Norman a number of years I was gifted I believe its 68 Sears Suburban 12. It has a hydro trac solid state ignition. It was off the machine when I got it and never got around to searching for a replacement. I would like to wire this one to make sure it is in fact bad and then go from there. Do you have a wiring schematic for this type of ignition system. Thanks
My son is a little over 1 and he says TRACTOR more than mama or dada. So I bought a simplicity 7112 with the mower, tiller and snow thrower for a 100 the other day. I can't wait to fix her up for him.
Awesome! Let us know if you have any questions. Be sure to check out our website you can email me direct from. There
old machinery is difficult to find parts ive been ripped of a few times getting parts so now i got a walking tractor same desighn since 1977 still made by belarus ,my old allen champion heavy duty mower is gone but i still have memories i have manual and catalogue wich no ones ever heard or there is no information about it on internet only the allen scythe
Got a point. I picked my first classic gt this spring. A 1973 john deere 112. Bought it for 200 bucks and the old farmer was absolutely shocked when i told him i was gonna do a full restoration on the ol girl. Not many 25 year old kids that want to restore old mowers
Hey im 13 and i am restoring an old garden tractor
@@lukebecker1959 I'm 3 and I'm restoring a spaceship.
Great video
Hi Norman, After being away from messing around with a few old garden tractors for 15 years, I'm getting back into it. Just bought two Sears Suburbans, 12 + 16. I also picked up a BEAUTIFUL 68 Cub Cadet 125 in Great shape, from my friends father. He washed it after each use and kept it in his barn. Not much to restore on that one, but I couldn't pass it up. I'm taking the SS-16 down to the frame, so I'm sure I'll be looking into parts from you. Thanks for the great videos! Jon W.
It was great to find your channel ( and website) love old garden tractors . Bought a club cadet ( broken steering ) $25, John deer 214 in great shape $50 , Husqvarna 26 hp ( throws belts ) $50 wrong sized belt …it’s a ridiculously fun way to make money & now I have my grandson hooked !
Ok Norman here's the dill pickle. I have a 73 16 HP Monkey Wards. Here's the only number I can find:
326434-0134-01-7302061. It has a tiller but I'm not sure what those numbers mean. Is it a Gilson or Briggs engine? It runs - we tilled a new garden today but I would like to do an off frame resto. Where to start for parts? Is there a tear down procedure somewhere for both engine and tractor? New brake pads? Does it even have brake pads? Anyway, I'm willing to restore it but I DO need your help.
I am with you Norman. Old garden tractor lover forever. While they are 30-40 years old they can still run and drive like a dream. Love your channel. Thanks for saving the tractors!
Up until recently, the oldest tractor I had was an '86 Toro 11-38. It's not exactly a featherweight (about 540lbs) but it rolls around well enough outside of our hilly terrain sections that you don't feel like you're going to pass a stone if you have to move it unpowered. Today we brought home a '77 214, and my god, it's like pushing a cast iron potbelly stove around on a wooden pallet. I'm not entirely convinced the brakes aren't seized with rust (the engine sure is!), but it was a massive battle just to get it on the trailer, tow it home and then break out the Toro to tow it to my patio; it was pouring down rain, and even though my back hurts like a mofo, I got soaked and slipped in the mud, I had a smile on my face the whole time in the effort to get it to my work area. It's now a focal point of pride to bring it back to a state it deserves for being a mighty survivor. But (!) it does speak volumes to build quality. It's been someone's work horse for 40+ years, and after I get done with it, hopefully my kids will be able to drive it at their house one day as grown adults. (presuming gasoline will still be a thing by then) I very much doubt it was envisioned that these tractors would ever see that kind of lifetime, but I guarantee the garbage they build today will return to their elemental states long before these two will!
I’m turning one into my a to b for work I will be in touch
One from the 80s or not much better than the ones now of days
Thank you for information on the tires ! Two thumbs up ! Next question, my ignition switch has 4 tabs , b , battery, s, start , d ? and c ,?coil ? Will appreciate any information ! New at this , want to learn for a retirement hobby ! Btw , its a simplicity 3112v i believe ! Thanks !
Just the title of the video is enough of a reason for me
I accidentally rolled my dad's 68 sears suburban down a steep Rocky Hill. And the only thing that broke on the damn thing was the carborator! I was extremely surprised when I pulled the thing out and the steering, body, or engine was damaged in any way
I’m 13 and am in the beginning of restoring a old Alice b110 and have bought many parts from you company already, and I’m wondering where low gear is on these? Mine was rough when I got it
Totally agree. Love them Horses!
I wanting to get a valve seat cutting tool for kohler , Briggs , and onan motors don’t know what size and angles l need ,could you help ?
I use the Neway Valve Cutters Power Equipment set. Has 46 and 31 degree cutters
I have a 1989 Wheel Horse 312-8 and a 2000 314-8. However, when we sold properly in VA to move south..I sold a 1964 Craftsman garden tractor...was Roper built, 7 hp (originally 6), a 1974 ST-10 Sears, I speed, a 1951 David Bradley, and a well worn 1957 Sears (mfg by Jackson MFG) 21" self propelled mower. The engine sit on a pedestal and had a foot pedal to tighten the belt for the drive and blade. It used a Briggs 8BH engine.
I do so much hate not having the Bradley now.
Keep up the good work!
My wife didn’t understand why I wouldn’t get rid of my broken Cub Cadet. I bought a Deere and the ended up reseated the valve seat on the Cub with an old socket and a hammer. I agree with you, collect and repair.
I picked up a 1978 john deere 312 w while back from a family member. It's got a 3pt. And other options I love my tractor.
they were made to last and be able to work on. not the throw away chinese junk you buy nowadays. i got a moffet 7hp rider. two swisher 3 wheel zero turns. also have a late 60s/early 70s craftsman. with a tech motor. now this are not the mini tractor types this guy is talking about.
I’m 11-year-old kid I live on a farm I saw your videos and was delighted because I really love tractors since I was 4 all I wanted is to be able to drive a tractor so I set out on a search Kijiji craigslist everywhere nothing no tractors I live in Canada and I’m in the country so would be really useful to have a tractor around I just would like to know where I can find a tractor
Great video. I got into these old tractors because for the amount of work these old GT's can do for what you pay for them, you can't beat them. The amount of money you'd pay today for a machine and attachments to do what my 214 will do it would be way more than I paid for my tractor and its attachments. The only drawback there seems to be at all is that sometimes parts can be harder to get with these old machines, but you help us out with that!
Norman, where do you store your tractors? I'd like to save more tractors but I don't really have anywhere to keep them
Good question. I keep my primary working ones in lean to roofs build off of my garage/shop and another shed. Some of my other working tractors do get left out in the property where they do work. I also keep a bunch in those Shelter Logic Portable Garages. In the future, I would love to build a big pole barn to keep them. My 2 most "pretty" tractors actually sit outside our office. I don't mind leaving them out, because I want to see and enjoy them instead of hiding them behind closed doors. I do protect the paint with regular waxings. I'll make a video on that when all of the snow melts away!
All of that reasons are true and 5 completely my grandpa bought a old zetor 2011 and I was working evry friday on it and its now a fast and strong beast
What are the best makes of garden tractor in the UK because would love one but can’t find a good make
Wheel Horse was popular in the UK, and are a great machine.
I got a Ford LGT 145 and she is a coil fryer, along with killing the points @ condenser what do you think is the matter she will run until she gets hot and thats it gotta replace coil points @ condenser costing me a small fortune
Wiring. The leading cause of burned out components is shorts and excess resistance from corrosion. Also make sure you're using the correct internally resisted coils, replace your spark plug cables and check your spark plugs to make sure they're correct. We have it all if you need anything. www.isavetractors.com
Hey bud im rebuilding a riding lawn mower im puting a push mower in it it has a 6.5 hp toro im not sure what kind of what riding lawn mower it is but it use to have a 8hp with a 3 speed gear it say trusted on the hood n its original color is orange but the hole point is to make it a go kart n im haveing steering issues with it its not jump its turn gear hard two turn n need help set up pully drive belt its a buget build so wounder if you help out with i love your channel keep maken videos your fan chris angulo
Hi Norman, I'm about to close on 10 acres of brushy land down east. I want a midsize affordable vintage tractor... With loader bucket, backhoe attachment, and post hole digger attachment. What are the best models and years to seek for this need? We'll be clearing, adding driveway and foot paths, digging for construction of outbuildings, and building a small home, and we'll have a small number of farm animals. It would be nice if it had enough power/ torque to move boat trailers and loaded carts of compost around the property.
For you, you would want to consider a larger tractor than a garden tractor. Something around 2 tons (4,000 lbs) would be great for you. And then get a smaller garden tractor for the smaller areas.
@@Isavetractors thanks Norman. After learning more, I'm thinking a Ford 3000 or 4000 or a Allis D14 or D15 might be the right size. Is that the size you're thinking of?
I have a John Deere 112L lawn tractor I’m going to restoring this year so anything you recommend should I do to make it go faster and easier
I'm more a fan of small farm/ultility tractors, but I would love to have a little Ford like your 120 to be my 3000s little brother. I have a Ford 3000 and a John Deere 530 which are almost fully restored, and a Farmall 300u, which is still in the early stages. It sat for over 20 years so it's going to be quite the project!
I just bought a 1972 Sears Suburban 15 that my son and I are going to restore
Awesome! Let me know if you have any questions while you do it.
I have a gt 14 wheel horse it was made 1972 trying to get parts for it is mind boggling every thing is discontinued the motor is the only thing I can get parts for
We will change that! Right now we mostly develop parts for the engines, but we're also going to begin doing driveline and trasmission parts.
isavetractors awesome look forward to those parts would like to rebuild mine one day
Richard Marion
www.wheelhorseforum.com/
You should be able to get anything you want for that tractor fairly easily here.
Thanks for your help Norman. I just bought a carb off of you for my Cub 107. I have been looking for the right mower for about a year and found the perfect machine. Your videos have helped a ton!
I like the way you keep it real. Thanks for sharing friend.😎👌🏾👍🏽
They end up costing a fortune and leave you with empty pockets. Leave them in the junk and save your money. Been there. Had Bolens,Cub Cadet,Wheelhorse. They were all overrated and worthless.
I think you will find you're the only comment of this kind on our channel. Thanks for watching! (I think) Too bad we weren't around when you did because our company has made parts affordable again. Our customers rebuild entire engines for under $300
The same could be said about any hobby.... that's why it's a hobby and not a job.... it's the enjoyment of bringing something back to life.
That's when they were Built like a Tank. not the tin can box store Crap they sell today
I have one ,who knows when i will get to it,i don’t want to get rid of.they don’t make them
Like they used to.great work .
Dude I run a 1969 F100 Ford garden tractor around home! Just found your channel, hooked, subbed. 👍 enjoying the cold? We were -4 this morning in Troy. Be well
Thanks for subscribing! The cold is killing us. it's been reaching -20 in the evening and just barely crawling up double digits with full sun during the day.
I do late 60s to late 70s. Lobe your site. Need a number for parts and questions.
sears suburban is my tractor addiction of choice. rebuild most of it out of TSC and ace hardware
I am restoring a 1975 simplicity 5010 I am making it a show tractor
I had a Hahn Eclipse my grandfather bought in 1969. Many people never heard of them.