Freebird Posted February 26, 2011 Share #1 Posted February 26, 2011 and I'm not ready. We got about 12" yesterday. Got most of the driveway cleared and the snowblower broke. I had to order a new needle bearing and bushing for for the chain drive. Amazing that nobody stocks parts for a 40 year old John Deere snow thrower any more. Now it is snowing again so I just hope we don't get too much. I'm guessing it will probably be a week before the parts arrive. Send me a needle bearing for this if you happen to have one in your pocket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 26, 2011 Share #2 Posted February 26, 2011 Hmmm, its 75 here and a nice ocean breeze.....still Feb too!!! Need to fire up my Trailblazer and move it a few feet forward to get the bike out of the garage.....:whistling: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragtop69gs Posted February 26, 2011 Share #3 Posted February 26, 2011 and I'm not ready. We got about 12" yesterday. Got most of the driveway cleared and the snowblower broke. I had to order a new needle bearing and bushing for for the chain drive. Amazing that nobody stocks parts for a 40 year old John Deere snow thrower any more. Now it is snowing again so I just hope we don't get too much. I'm guessing it will probably be a week before the parts arrive. Send me a needle bearing for this if you happen to have one in your pocket. Looks alot like my Gravely 816 setup with a 38" 2 stage blower. Mine is of 1974 vintage. Wouldn't trade if for 3 of those new machines. I've rebuilt the engine because it wasn't taken care of by the previous owner. The PTO clutch is getting weak, so, thats gonna get replaced in the spring (if it makes it that long). Don, check out this link, someone close by may have what you need . Until then, it'll make a nice snow plow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoomerCPO Posted February 26, 2011 Share #4 Posted February 26, 2011 Snow....What's that???? Boomer....who sez Mardi Gras alone is enuff reason to stay outta the frozen North. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted February 26, 2011 Share #5 Posted February 26, 2011 Snow....What's that???? Boomer....who sez Mardi Gras alone is enuff reason to stay outta the frozen North. What number are you on that list??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinfool Posted February 26, 2011 Share #6 Posted February 26, 2011 What is the size of the bearing? Never can tell what might be laying around..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary N. Posted February 26, 2011 Share #7 Posted February 26, 2011 Hey Don, mine is sitting in the garage with a brand new motor, ready to go to work. You're welcome to use it. I don't need it here in Texas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted February 26, 2011 Author Share #8 Posted February 26, 2011 I've got the bearing and the bushing ordered. Should be here by next winter. Hopefully we won't get TOO much this time and can burrow through it with the SUV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoomerCPO Posted February 26, 2011 Share #9 Posted February 26, 2011 I've got the bearing and the bushing ordered. Should be here by next winter. Hopefully we won't get TOO much this time and can burrow through it with the SUV. Give the pond monsters snow shovels and put em to work! Boomer....who sez shovelling snow is a lot easier than shovelling s*it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibents Posted February 27, 2011 Share #10 Posted February 27, 2011 Hey Don you can borrow mine, needs no gas. Ian [ATTACH]54397[/ATTACH] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG TOM Posted February 27, 2011 Share #11 Posted February 27, 2011 and I'm not ready. We got about 12" yesterday. Got most of the driveway cleared and the snowblower broke. I had to order a new needle bearing and bushing for for the chain drive. Amazing that nobody stocks parts for a 40 year old John Deere snow thrower any more. Now it is snowing again so I just hope we don't get too much. I'm guessing it will probably be a week before the parts arrive. Send me a needle bearing for this if you happen to have one in your pocket. ahhh... suck it up cupcake !!!! 12 inches ....sheeesh why bother wasting gas in that snowblower for a measly 12 inches....I thought you were tough..........grab a beer and send the misses and the kids out there and go relax....12 measly inches......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted February 27, 2011 Share #12 Posted February 27, 2011 It's gonna be 50 Monday... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midnightventure Posted February 27, 2011 Share #13 Posted February 27, 2011 Is the tractor 40 years old too? If it is it looks good for it's age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted February 27, 2011 Share #14 Posted February 27, 2011 I'm so tried of the snow this year. I think its snowed here everyday for two weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel Posted February 27, 2011 Share #15 Posted February 27, 2011 Sometimes when I'm out shoveling, it's still snowing, I'm really struggling, not keeping up with it, over-exerted, getting light headed and dizzy, I lose my bearings also! Well, where did you think this was going? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenw Posted February 27, 2011 Share #16 Posted February 27, 2011 It must be truly wonderful to be blessed one last time with the sight of a winter wonderland one last time! Those of us walking around in our shirtsleeves are jeaulous!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share #17 Posted February 27, 2011 Is the tractor 40 years old too? If it is it looks good for it's age. Yes, almost 40, it's a '72 model I think. Has the original 8HP iron Kohler engine. It is a real work horse. It's getting a little tired. I mowed with it one time last summer because I was waiting on a part for my regular mower and it used about a pint of oil while mowing about 3 1/2 acres. Not too bad for it's age. I bought it about 3 or 4 years ago from an older gentleman who had bought it brand new and he took good care of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJoe Posted February 27, 2011 Share #18 Posted February 27, 2011 Change the pistons, rings wrist pin and needle bearings and grind or replace valves and you''ll be good for another 40... Don't let her go too long burning oil or bad things WILL HAPPEN... By the way... I have a John Deere 440, 1959 model that I rebuilt... Not the motor its still tight. The undercarriage and painted everything, clutches, throwout bearings, and brakes... I just love the old girl... Ooooooooooooops! What anm I sayin... Shes one year younger than ME! YIKES! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel Posted February 27, 2011 Share #19 Posted February 27, 2011 Yes, almost 40, it's a '72 model I think. Has the original 8HP iron Kohler engine. It is a real work horse. It's getting a little tired. I mowed with it one time last summer because I was waiting on a part for my regular mower and it used about a pint of oil while mowing about 3 1/2 acres. Not too bad for it's age. I bought it about 3 or 4 years ago from an older gentleman who had bought it brand new and he took good care of it. Boss, I can't help but wonder why you included a description of the previous owner. Maybe just to imply that there is someone older than, uhhh, never mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venturous Randy Posted February 27, 2011 Share #20 Posted February 27, 2011 Wow, it's supposed to be 70 today here in north east Tennessee. :cool10: RandyA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJoe Posted February 27, 2011 Share #21 Posted February 27, 2011 Keep your warm weather down there ...I just rented out a condo at seven springs... LOL:stickinouttounge: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share #22 Posted February 27, 2011 Boss, I can't help but wonder why you included a description of the previous owner. Maybe just to imply that there is someone older than, uhhh, never mind. Hey....I know a LOT of people older than me....well...I mean...I know SOME people older than me....well....not as many as I used to but there are still a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcarl Posted February 27, 2011 Share #23 Posted February 27, 2011 Hey....I know a LOT of people older than me....well...I mean...I know SOME people older than me....well....not as many as I used to but there are still a few. Now what are you trying to say with that statement,,,, this was all about tractors and such and now it's all about people you might know,,,, at least, who you think you might know,,,, somehow I think it's going to come around to friends of mine, so I'd better get the first shot in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share #24 Posted February 27, 2011 HEY...it was MEL who drug age into this thing. It is ALL HIS FAULT. I think we should tar and feather him. Besides, I like having you for a friend. I somehow feel so much younger when I'm standing next to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dano Posted February 27, 2011 Share #25 Posted February 27, 2011 Besides, I like having you for a friend. I somehow feel so much younger when I'm standing next to you. ANYBODY feels younger when they're standing next to Carl!!!:backinmyday: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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