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The real problem with engines "back then" was tolerances in engine production. When the Japanese began producing automobiles, after the US provided new factories after WW2, they got proficient and started importing. Then the competition helped U.S. manufacturers realized the had to step up...

Are you in or near Lee's Summit?

The information for a loader may be in the loader manual. Should show details of lines.

Hey, I'd come up there and visit with you once in a while!! ;) ;) ;)

It was general MacArthur who told his communications officer. "Don't ever issue a communique that can be understood. Always issue a communique that can not be mis-understood!" Often times what we say or don't say cost us dearly.

And with dual lids you don't need much width to keep things in place while hauling. Narrower allows more movement in tighter places.

Not less lifter power, less lifting ability.

See first post. He says solid.

I don't remember seeing a blade like this. Anyone familiar with one like this?

This is what I was referring to. "She cannot even fit through a wide open Alaska over wing emergency exit!

That's not nice! Show a little respect. Everyone is not as your imagination has imprinted your brain. :unsure:

Take pictures of both sides of engine and anything your not sure of so you have a reference later, if needed.

As you start to disconnect items from the engine be sure to find some blocks/pieces of wood to place on the front axle and wedged up against the engine on both sides. This will prevent the engine from flopping to one side or the other when it is finally unbolted.

You should be able to get any hyd. cylinder parts at your local hyd. repair shop, and at a very favorable price.r

When you use "The soil was authentic cow paddy enriched pasture blend from a friend." You may want to inquire if/what your friend used to keep weed from growing in his pasture. The product could also keep your garden from growing. Here's an example. GrazonNextHL (specialty herbicide) says...