Grandads 666 gas

[Singletree]

Recently picked up grandads 1975 666 gas ser# 14212 and planning to make it functional to use around small farm to bush hog and generally maintain the property. Grandad had it overhauled in the early 2000’s but it has sat for about 10years. Currently engine is stuck but hoping some trans fluid in cylinders will help break loose. Last time it was used the linkage did their thing and stuck in two gears. My issues are someone removed operators platform, fender supports and battery box / cover accessing the linkage and they are no longer with the tractor.  Looking for a reliable source for these sheet metal parts. Also would like to rebuild the shifter/ linkage including pins etc. to try make it where the usual problems will be less of a problem. We are located in western Ky.  For what it is and no cost to me it’s worth me spending the time and money to give it some new life. 

[Singletree]

1 minute ago, Singletree said:

Recently picked up grandads 1975 666 gas ser# 14212 and planning to make it functional to use around small farm to bush hog and generally maintain the property. Grandad had it overhauled in the early 2000’s but it has sat for about 10years. Currently engine is stuck but hoping some trans fluid in cylinders will help break loose. Last time it was used the linkage did their thing and stuck in two gears. My issues are someone removed operators platform, fender supports and battery box / cover accessing the linkage and they are no longer with the tractor.  Looking for a reliable source for these sheet metal parts. Also would like to rebuild the shifter/ linkage including pins etc. to try make it where the usual problems will be less of a problem. We are located in western Ky.  For what it is and no cost to me it’s worth me spending the time and money to give it some new life. 

 

[460]

Yikes...does not look that tractor has ever seen a covered shed.

I would say ASAP (All state Ag part) in the used section for your missing pieces.  Those linkages are nice when working but alot of moving parts.

 

[stronger800]

Welcome to the forum. You opened with pics, so that’s cool. Having your Grandfather’s tractor is cool too.  May I suggest  buying a gallon of your favorite penetrating oil (I like Kroil), get a few old spray bottles and just start fogging every inch of that tractor. 

[Singletree]

Little rough but hopefully can work the mechanical out. The shifter rod from operators end not wanting to slide from R/1 position and when it did go to 2/3 position doesn’t want to rotate to engage 2/3. Now not wanting to come back to R/1. Will work thru it but man at the wad of stuff to get thru to access all that. Need to hire a contortionist to get to it.  

[Singletree]

Found a set of used rear wheels and tires. Tires will at least hold air. Not to worried about tire condition currently just be glad to roll it while doing repairs. $500 for the pair. 2hr drive from me. From what I’ve saw new wheel alone over $300 then would still have to do something for at least one tire. Would rather get it up and running then worry about tires. No sense in having them sit during the process 

[stronger800]

Excellent deal, I’d say 

[Singletree]

Made the trip to Sikeston Mo Saturday. Picked up wheels and tires,  found a canopy and frame too. Ate at Lamberts for the first time too. 

[Alan Dinan]

May be able to buy a parts tractor out of the salvage row at DeWitts on sale day. Not sure how far you are from sikeston, but the sale is 1st Monday of the month. Every month.

[nomorejohndeere]

Home of the throwed roll

 

[ArkLa 1086]

Sounds & looks like you have a nice little project. A lot of knowledge here on the forum.  Most guys here would choke somebody to have their Grandpa's tractor, including me. You're very lucky. Post some more pictures. You can never post too many on this forum.

[Singletree]

Very true. Proud to have it. When I get it going I’ll be able to work ground from one grandfathers family with my other grandfathers tractor. I was very blessed with two hard working grandfathers who both had amazing integrity. Hope to have a chance to get a few more of their tractors eventually. We had a super c (still around with block busted) and A with belly mower ( long gone ) 574 gas, 444 gas, dads 1066 and great grandads 8N. One project at a time. Pray for the chance on these others. 

[Singletree]

Dad decided to let go of his 1206 turbo diesel with front loader and I jumped on it. Now for the fun part of transporting it 100miles. He says it has a either addiction and needs solenoid on starter then ready to put to work. I’ll bring the duals home with me but not likely to run them here on small acreage 

[Binderoid]

On 4/29/2021 at 9:56 PM, Singletree said:

Found a set of used rear wheels and tires. Tires will at least hold air. Not to worried about tire condition currently just be glad to roll it while doing repairs. $500 for the pair. 2hr drive from me. From what I’ve saw new wheel alone over $300 then would still have to do something for at least one tire. Would rather get it up and running then worry about tires. No sense in having them sit during the process 

That worked out good that they hold air. Too often we get something home that is a hopeless mess of tires and first order of the day is  buy rubber for it.

[lorenzo]

I think it’s a neat ol gal just the way she is. 
 

Would be pretty cool to have it fixed mechanically and leave it looking just as is. 
If my 560 was my grandfathers I’m pretty sure that’s what I would have done. 

larry

[lorenzo]

I have a buddy close by with an IH tractor salvage yard,  I will check Monday to see if he has any of the parts you need. 
 

[Alan Dinan]

There is also J P Tractor Salvage in Fredricktown, Mo. 

[Singletree]

Ordered 666 operators platform, fender supports and shifter cowel from All State Ag this past week. Looking forward to getting back on this project soon. 1206 is about ready to bring down from dads to my place. Had the use of my friends 856 this fall. Excellent tractor. 

[Singletree]

[Singletree]

Once I get it home I’ll have some cleaning up to do on it and with it. 

[Singletree]

3 minutes ago, Singletree said:

Once I get it home I’ll have some cleaning up to do on it and with it. 

We have original seat frame and I’ve got new cushions just hard to get time to up there 

[806Jordy]

Looking forward to seeing the results of your efforts, Please keep us updated with lots of pics!

[ArkLa 1086]

Looks like you have a decent foundation to start from on the 1206, at least you don't have to buy tires for it by the looks of it. Appears that a good pressure washing would make it look 10x with the mildew and grease. Maybe a little buffing compound afterwards on the tin work to get rid of the dead, dull paint to brighten the paint up some and it would look pretty good. I'm a fan of leaving these old tractors in their work clothes if the paint isn't too bad off but your paint doesn't look all that bad for sitting out.

[shot_gun_red]

Turbo looks like a dozer style or King bros

[Singletree]

Pulled out my very first tractor over the weekend.