425 again…movement problems…

[Modrob]

Mossroad…I got to thinking again…(oh no—that’s dangerous for me )
If only those two socket head bolts are holding that pump on and one has the head broken off clean, then only the other one bolt is holding it! I’ve never noticed any kind of slack in the mounting ears…I would think it would move a little? But since the main bolt is still fully inside the pump bolt hole, I guess there’s no room for it to wiggle, unless the other side became loose and give the pump a little room to slide away from the motor…

 

[Modrob]

Attaching a pic of the pump coupler here. Can you detail it a little more so I can try and grasp it? Is it just a straight coupler so that the pump turns with the engine rpms constantly? Or is there some kind of slip built into it, that would let the pump ramp up? Does it have a “proper” name so I could research it online?
Thanks again.

 

[MossRoad]

Attaching a pic of the pump coupler here. Can you detail it a little more so I can try and grasp it? Is it just a straight coupler so that the pump turns with the engine rpms constantly? Or is there some kind of slip built into it, that would let the pump ramp up? Does it have a “proper” name so I could research it online?
Thanks again.

Look more in that thread I linked to earlier. It shows what's inside of all of that.

 

[ponytug]

Attaching a pic of the pump coupler here. Can you detail it a little more so I can try and grasp it? Is it just a straight coupler so that the pump turns with the engine rpms constantly? Or is there some kind of slip built into it, that would let the pump ramp up? Does it have a “proper” name so I could research it online?
Thanks again.

I don't know about your particular unit, but generally, they are "lovejoy couplers".

Jaw Type Couplings - Lovejoy - a Timken company

Jaw Type Couplings Fail-safe — will still perform if elastomer fails No metal to metal contact Resistant to oil, dirt, sand, moisture and grease More than 850,000 combinations of bore sizes Most types available from stock in 24 hours Resources The Jaw Type couplings from...

www.lovejoy-inc.com

So, no slip, but allows for a little misalignment and a little vibration reduction.

Very good points Peter. To tell the truth, I’m anxious to “open it up” and see the problem(s). But over recent years I’m becoming more and more hesitant to dive deep into repairs and such. Mainly because my brain has been diminishing in being able to retain things like I used to. And, then I end up having to spend more time relearning what I had earlier learned, and then I’ve got yet another in a long list of projects I’m already “in the middle” of stacking up. Kind of depressing sort of, to feel overwhelmed. But I’ve created it all myself, and yet I can’t seem to stop! LOL (I really hate this aging )
And yet, here I am, thinking about tearing into it, again! Ha!
I’m about to contact Terry for his thoughts. If he agrees, I’m thinking it best to trailer it to them. Then see where I stand, and if it’s economical to put a bunch of money into it at this point…

I know the feeling of relearning things and do lists that seem to grow of their own accord.

My aunt always used to say "PYB", "pick your battles". My $0.02 is speak with Terry, and if he okays it, trailer your PT over to their shop. They do overhauling and rebuilding all the time. (And have the equipment to do it well, and quickly.)

All the best,

Peter

 

[2manyrocks]

I don't know if there's a substantial cost savings for you repairing vs factory rebuilding vs buying new, but I'd look into your options. Would a factory rebuild using the frame, tires and wheels you have allow some cost savings over buying an entirely new machine?

 

[MossRoad]

$16K for a new one...

http://www.power-trac.com/index_htm_files/tractorgasT8price110123.pdf

 

[2manyrocks]

I wonder if the recent sale of Kohler will affect the future supply of 25hp Kohler engines at PT?

 

[Modrob]

I talked with Terry this morning and discussed all of this, and I believe it best if I trailer it to them and let them rebuild the pump and evaluate the machine as a whole. That way they can make sure the system is set up right when put back together and operates as it should. Makes better sense than me trying to “learn as I go” and likely create more headaches…LOL
Hopefully next week I’ll deliver it there. (Only an hour and half from me)
Again, many thanks guys for hanging with me through this.

 

[MossRoad]

Man, it's a good thing I live 10 hours from them or I'd have a bunch of attachments I don't need!

 

[Modrob]

Man, it's a good thing I live 10 hours from them or I'd have a bunch of attachments I don't need!

A couple years ago the wife and I drove down there. Met everybody and toured the place. Lots of great displays, and yes I can understand—good thing you’re not so close…LOL