VacDaddyt 174 Posted November 20, 2020 Share Posted November 20, 2020 Just dragged this home. Will need a lot of work. At least the engine is loose, but was dismayed when they tilted it loading and water ran out of one of the rear axles. I will have to get everything drained but likely that will let things rust. The rear hitch was unexpected. Tires are weather checked and round. Got rid of the roll bar to get it inside. Usually don't see a front pump only-might not stay that way. I am beginning to think I should take it apart first and see what needs to be done I know the clutch isn't right and the front end rear support needs help. Probably should get the top of the trans off to see how rusty. They said it was inside for years, If you believe that I got some swamp land to sell you. The only problem is my C2500 trans started to slip when backing in the drive, that may have to come first. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Frank H 473 Posted November 20, 2020 Share Posted November 20, 2020 Thats some kind of bizarre fast hitch to 3 pt. conversion. A friend of mine has a 350. It is a bear except for the steering box. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mmi 360 Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 that is an early one with later parts added careful when you try to put the exhaust back how it belongs (under) are the taper fit steering arms loose yet Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VacDaddyt 174 Posted November 22, 2020 Author Share Posted November 22, 2020 Exhaust was up right for a long time, long enough that the bolt heads on the elbow are almost rounded off with rust. This tractor is a jig saw puzzle. I took the rest of the sheet metal off the engine and found extra resistors and condensers and a rats nest of wiring. Took the carb off because the fuel line was cut and it looked like mud daubers were at work. Did not find a venturi even though the recess is for it. Dirt and grime through most of the passageways. Did they not put a venturi in some models? Or do I need to find one. I was going to see if it runs before I dig too deep. I did get three or four gallons of water out of the trans before it freezes up. I did find some hytran in each of the three compartments. More as I dig. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
snoshoe 394 Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 You'll have to be real good with the choke to make it run without the venturi Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IHRedRyan 31 Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 Do you know anything about the yellow paint? My 300U has some yellow that you can see has wore through from under the red in a few spots. Was curious as to what that could be about as i don't believe they painted anything yellow (such as they did later with industrials) in the 50s. Correct me if i'm wrong. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mmi 360 Posted November 30, 2020 Share Posted November 30, 2020 they painted ANY color you paid for,but is more likely dealer or later sale for govt use Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VacDaddyt 174 Posted December 1, 2020 Author Share Posted December 1, 2020 This one appears to be red painted over with yellow( some numbering on hood indicates business use). It is flaking off and if I was not tied up trying to figure the transmission problem out on the Suburban(if the frame and body was not in such good shape I would scrap it) would have seen how much would come off with a pressure washer when it was above freezing. I have reversed the rear wheels and tried to start it but only got as far as turning it over . I need a better supply of gas. I found a venturi and got that put together. Did a basic check of ignition but need to go deeper as it wouldn't fire the first try. Wiring is missing the starter solenoid but have been using an old screw driver. I might disable the front pump for the hydraulics so the engine can turn over faster and easier, clutch is stuck so neutral for now. Not enough day light hours and my paying job gets in the way. Oh well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mmi 360 Posted December 1, 2020 Share Posted December 1, 2020 only had a winch and trailer recently otherwise we had to tow/drive them home,or pay$$$$ dealers dead rows (which we got banned from)were some of our best purchases after they were thru the shop $$$$ and in worse condition last 300 in general condition as OP was in '12...$400 ish took a crash box 3 gal gas and 3 good tires/ rims they were not happy when we drove out the gate and 10 m home 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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