Rawleigh99 830 Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 NAPA for the grease gun fittings Chris. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted October 6, 2017 Author Share Posted October 6, 2017 Rawleigh, Yes they have it. Found a little cheaper on Ebay. But may just bite the bullet and order one for 7/8 buttons from NAPA, along with a good grease gun and flex hose too. Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tanker916 4 Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Can you drop links to what you found I would like to get some "close to factory" plugs but don't want to buy the wrong size. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted October 10, 2017 Author Share Posted October 10, 2017 Tanker, I guess I don't have any links. But NAPA should have the 7/8 or 5/8 buttons. Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted October 13, 2017 Author Share Posted October 13, 2017 Folks, Is there any big advantage to storing one of these with the levers tied back, to keep the steering clutches open? Regards,. Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
farmalldr 108 Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 2 hours ago, sugarmaker said: Folks, Is there any big advantage to storing one of these with the levers tied back, to keep the steering clutches open? Regards,. Chris I think there is an advantage Chris, especially if it sits out in the wet weather. I only use mine about 4 hrs a year, it's inside and the levers are tied back. Not a bad idea on a tractor with a foot clutch that sits out to block the pedal down either. One of my Farmall C's sits out and last spring when I tried to use it the clutch was stuck. I was able to free it but now the pedal is blocked down when parked. Just an opinion, but has been working for me. I have done several steering clutch jobs on these old girls over the years and I'll do anything I can to keep from doing another. Dennis Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted October 14, 2017 Author Share Posted October 14, 2017 Dennis, Thanks! We just tarpped the TD6 today. I could not climb up there and tie the handles back. But its at least covered. Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 Folks, Just a brief update. The TD6 kicked my butt in August putting the diagonal brace back on. I strained my lower back trying to lift that heavy brace back into place. I should have known better too. Anyway after many days of sciatic leg pain, sleepless nights, doctors visits, steroid shots, nerve shock tests, pain meds, and therapy, I have a tentative appointment for back surgery the day after Thanksgiving, near Pittsburgh. Hoping to be able to get back to tractor projects in a few months. The TD6 sets tarpped for winter, which looks like we will get a taste of it this weekend. Several inches of snow possible for Sunday. Hope things are good in RED land! Be safe out there! Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kevingweq 180 Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 2 hours ago, sugarmaker said: appointment for back surgery Chris , Wish you a successful surgery and quick recovery , 4 times on the Dr's table for me , and I am still working on the old girls Let me hazard a guess L5 area of your back ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
farmalldr 108 Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Chris, wishing you a successful surgery and quick recovery. The TD6 will be waiting your return. Dennis Quote Link to post Share on other sites
north of 60 191 Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Will be thinking about you Chris, and my wish is for the very best possible outcome for your surgery .. Grant Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 Thanks guys I appreciate the positive comments, Yes disc between L4 and L5 is herniated and touching nerves going down left leg. Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rawleigh99 830 Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Ouch: I wish the back problem were as easy as finding a parts machine!! Good luck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted November 22, 2017 Author Share Posted November 22, 2017 Rawleigh, We need a "Steiner book' called 'New parts for old farts'! Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends on Red Power. Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
steve cleveland 0 Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 My dad used to tie the steering levers back on his td6, I need to go over and do that soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PA Shovel 0 Posted November 23, 2017 Share Posted November 23, 2017 Sugarmaker: Best of luck....looking forward to updates as soon as your up and moving. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tanker916 4 Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 On 11/21/2017 at 4:18 PM, sugarmaker said: Rawleigh, We need a "Steiner book' called 'New parts for old farts'! Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends on Red Power. Regards, Chris This just made me spit my coffee out😂😂😂 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dave McCallister 0 Posted November 27, 2017 Share Posted November 27, 2017 I had a herniated disc there also, from fooling with my 9B. Mine became a floater, a piece of the inner material broke off after it was squished out of the disc and was floating around the spine. Every once in a while it would take me to the ground. Best thing I ever did for myself was get to a good doctor and get that thing taken care of. It's interesting to find out what all you use your back for, but it's a blessing to be pain and fear free. People didn't understand when I would tell them my back felt great, but my leg was killing me. Good luck to you. You won't regret getting it done. D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted December 3, 2017 Author Share Posted December 3, 2017 Dave, PA shovel, Folks I havent felt like doing much for the past week. Reading Dave's note was right on the mark. I could bend over and touch my toes and my back didnt hurt but boy the pain down the leg was fierce! Well I believe the surgery was successful. Minor complications on getting out of the hospital set me back a week. I have minimal pain in my legs, and have been able to set and lay down again! We are slowly getting better each day. Yesterday I hunted deer from the back deck for a couple hours. Have lots of stuff to do but still coming off meds which really mess me up bad. The TD6 and its heavy pieces will get a little more respect in the future too. Hope things are good in RED land! Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
farmalldr 108 Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 Chris, Welcome back. Sounds like you are on the road to recovery. Dennis Quote Link to post Share on other sites
exSW 1,952 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Good for you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted December 4, 2017 Author Share Posted December 4, 2017 Thanks Guys! Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
north of 60 191 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Take care Chris, hope your recovery goes well .. Grant Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sugarmaker 97 Posted December 4, 2017 Author Share Posted December 4, 2017 Grant, Thanks! Regards, Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rawleigh99 830 Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 Good news! Now don't overdo it when you are feeling good during recovery! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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