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I have rewired the entire machine completely and did away with the combination box in the process. Added more fused circuits than Kubota had. Almost zero chance the starter engaged on it's own. It looked to be the original 29 year old starter to me. I think fatigue allowed an internal hot wire...

I thought I would post an update on my starter problem. I've had the new starter for months, but didn't take the time to install it until yesterday. Starter replaced in five minutes, it is working good and solved the problem. I disassembled the original starter this morning to see what was...

Duly noted until I feel like posting another tip or comment. :) This retired geezer is enjoying this excursion immensely, learned some things along the way too. You can't find me to whoop me because my location is Earth too. ;)

Two thoughts I feel compelled to throw in at this point.... Sealing items from the outside is great from rain protection, but worthless if leaks are coming from within. Head gasket is a onetime use only, regardless if factory or China made. Once it is torqued, the seals are compressed and will...

Lipstick on a pig is the term I always heard.

A bit more backstory... The Maintenace Supervisor is my son-in-law, that's how I found about the machine in the first place. I have absolutely no need for a machine like that myself. I was hoping to try to buy it at a scrap price or so, repair it and flip it. Sounds like that won't happen based...

A little backstory first.... This machine belongs to a city not far from me and is scheduled to be auctioned off in March of next year. It shows only 195 hours on it, the machine appearance is great overall, tires are excellent too. Operator let it run hot enough to blow the radiator tank and...

Contact these guys and see if they can help you. I have known the original owners for many years. Diesel Power Services, Inc. 4341 Morris Avenue Birmingham, AL 35222 Phone 205-592-2077 Fax 205-592-2081 Email dslpow@yahoo.com

Looking good. The exhaust pipe/muffler is going to burn it's paint off pretty quick when you get it running.

Here is a thought that just popped into my pea brain, might work though to address the compression issue on number 3 cylinder. Back off both rocker arms until there is no contact with the valves on 3. Spin the engine over with compression gauge installed and see if it builds pressure then. If...

I don't think he did. Just slapped the valve train on as it was. I still suspect valves and seats though.

I had to replace the dipstick in my G1800 because it was so loose where it seats. You can't just buy the seal, have to buy the whole stick.

Make sure those washers you are using on the head studs don't interfere with the valve cover and gasket installation.

Look up repairing cracks in vinyl seats on youtube. I had good success with the one I did a few years ago on a John Deere riding mower after watching a bunch of videos.

Good catch. Looks like the other side is lined up.

One thing for sure, Joe's play by play documentary and photography are spot on. Virtually all pictures are crystal clear.

Saw scabbard looks great!

The video shows you rocking the crankshaft back and forth, not rotating. You are turning the clutch and flywheel mass in this situation too. That will not give you the feedback on the crankshaft freedom of rotation you need to know.

No apparent lube on the bearings or journals. :mad: Reusing old main seal on the crankshaft.:mad: Now you are faced with installing pistons, oil pump, oil pan, etc. while lying on the ground. You should consider the block installation a test run.... Pull it back off now and do a proper...

I don't have anything to offer regarding your project. I'm just glad you have a nice shop with a concrete floor. The tractor looks fantastic! You will "figure it out" based on another thread I am following. :)