Steve, I enjoy watching your repair vids. What a cool car collection you have as seen 33:51. What a great way to spend your time repairing your tractor during the winter while your service truck is out of commission.
Steve it must be tough being out of commission for so long awaiting a new truck but these videos in the meantime are terrific, really interesting to see you bring these John Deere’s back to life.
The B series was from '83 to '86. The '87s had the P series engine. You could also have the broken mount tig welded. JD used to sell a ring gear and you would cut off the old ring gear from the flywheel, then put the new ring gear into a 200° oven for an hour or two, while the flywheel is in the freezer. The ring gear will slip right on and once both pieces are to room temp. they are bonded.
onan is known to have valve seats come loose usually from overheating most reason was the shroud packed full of dirt & grass also one of the first thing to be discarded when new was the oil filter to shroud gasket people didn’t think it was necessary because they were hard to put back on after the oil change, you need all the air you can get to keep them cool
Glad to see ya making videos on these tracktors Steve, i do enjoy your common sense approach of troubleshooting and figuring out problems. Keep em comin' man.
i put a down payment on truck today it has to be shipped in from 1/2 way across the country .its new but 2021 been siting on lot .just what i wanted all the opions i listed. but i got a good deal on it .. pretty much saved 20,000 on it compared to some . waiting for shipping info .
I have currently the same prob with my 318 and already have the b pan and starter on the way, I’m a little pissed because I bought the 318 2 weeks ago than about a week into my ownership a cranked it up and a big bang the aftermarket starter had the top crack off and caused the block to crack. I have a really special connection with 318’s my grandfather owns one and it it’s the first thing I learned to drive at about 7 years old and I have just turned 16
I found Part 2 video and decided to see where we ended up on motor swap vs weld and retap ..... You just made me a nervous wreck putting the pan base on! Lol ... If that would've been me, I would've pulled the the threads or stripped them clear out. I don't know how you find these low hour 318s. ... usually I find them with 1800+ hrs. Great idea on the firewall. I've read that this insulation is critical with the motor so close to the battery.
Enjoy the videos. Your good at research, as when I fix something, it’s always direct replacement. I just don’t have the patience. Had to have a gas hot water tank installed, I did half the work to speed it up. Part of me wishes I did it myself, but I prefer to not do gas plumbing, and want the permit for gas appliances. Also, be up on new earthquake strapping rules. The guy actually said to me, your knowledgeable, why not do it yourself when prepped everything for me. My response was insurance since I don’t mess with gas. What surprised me, he was gonna use Sharkbite. I balked, so he had to get out fittings and his torch. I am glad supply valve changed and all new copper flex. We don’t hard pipe appliances here.
For my Lawn Tractor, when I needed parts, I’d pull them off, and read the number on the part. Usually it was on the side you couldn’t see while the part was attached. Would go on the Internet with the part number. Got parts for a fraction of the dealers price. Replaced the PTO Clutch, Starter and Steering Gear this way. PTO Clutch was also used on a Skid Steer.
I remember some of these needed a starter relay kit installed. Think it might have been Kohler engines, the starter would hang from low amps during cranking it over.
On Briggs and Stratton Engines, they used to make an Electronic Ignition that snaps on the Coil and it comes with a cap to plug the pionts plunger. They really run good with an Electronic Ignition on them.
Wish I had a nice air hammer. Need one. Love these tracters. Wish I could get my hands on one or a couple.. Fix them up. Love tinkering with stuff. The gas engines are easier to work on. Love those diesel ones. Very cool. Would fix one up for my brother. He needs one to plow with bad.
Oh, I’d like to know what brand of basket strainers you use. Looks much better than what I have, and I’m tired of changing the wimpy O-ring every year. Your UA-cam response for the Rigid tool helped me greatly on changing kitchen faucet. Also, videos on In-sink-erator made that change super easy. Thanks Steve! I was trained by electricians and plumbers while growing up, but forget some things since don’t do that often. It takes me most of the day to do what you can in an hour and half. Oh, toilet flange repair videos saved me a lot.
@@stevenlavimoniere Thanks Steve. I’ll see if I can get that at Ferguson. Guessing not likely at Home Depot. I quit going there except for emergency. Too much overpriced cheap crap.
Strongly recommend you check what the manufacturer recommended torque on your fasteners, and obviously go get you a torque wrench. Can't overemphasize utilizing correct torque values since in some cases, overtorque can lead to several self-initiated problems which are easily precluded.
Boys are never too old to play with their toys. I am right there with you
Steve, I enjoy watching your repair vids. What a cool car collection you have as seen 33:51. What a great way to spend your time repairing your tractor during the winter while your service truck is out of commission.
those classic cars in the back look pretty awesome
See some nice cars in the background Steve. Like to see some vids on those.
follow his channel and you will see the cars in videos.
Steve it must be tough being out of commission for so long awaiting a new truck but these videos in the meantime are terrific, really interesting to see you bring these John Deere’s back to life.
The B series was from '83 to '86. The '87s had the P series engine. You could also have the broken mount tig welded. JD used to sell a ring gear and you would cut off the old ring gear from the flywheel, then put the new ring gear into a 200° oven for an hour or two, while the flywheel is in the freezer. The ring gear will slip right on and once both pieces are to room temp. they are bonded.
thanks steve. plumbing knowledge with a side of john deere.
onan is known to have valve seats come loose usually from overheating most reason was the shroud packed full of dirt & grass also one of the first thing to be discarded when new was the oil filter to shroud gasket people didn’t think it was necessary because they were hard to put back on after the oil change, you need all the air you can get to keep them cool
Seen my fair share of cam bearings go out. Or Mains, then wiping out the magnets inside the flywheel.
Glad to see ya making videos on these tracktors Steve, i do enjoy your common sense approach of troubleshooting and figuring out problems. Keep em comin' man.
Everyone is waiting to see your new truck.... but these John Deere videos are becoming addictive !!
i put a down payment on truck today it has to be shipped in from 1/2 way across the country .its new but 2021 been siting on lot .just what i wanted all the opions i listed. but i got a good deal on it .. pretty much saved 20,000 on it compared to some . waiting for shipping info .
@@stevenlavimonierecan’t wait to see the “unveiling” !
I have currently the same prob with my 318 and already have the b pan and starter on the way, I’m a little pissed because I bought the 318 2 weeks ago than about a week into my ownership a cranked it up and a big bang the aftermarket starter had the top crack off and caused the block to crack. I have a really special connection with 318’s my grandfather owns one and it it’s the first thing I learned to drive at about 7 years old and I have just turned 16
I remember growing up with these models all around as a kid. We had a 60, 212, 314, and a 316. Not all at once. Built like tanks!
You doing a good job there Steven I know you'll be glad to get back to work eventually take care
I found Part 2 video and decided to see where we ended up on motor swap vs weld and retap ..... You just made me a nervous wreck putting the pan base on! Lol ... If that would've been me, I would've pulled the the threads or stripped them clear out.
I don't know how you find these low hour 318s. ... usually I find them with 1800+ hrs.
Great idea on the firewall. I've read that this insulation is critical with the motor so close to the battery.
nice cars there, Merry Christmas.
hello I just bought a B43g with solenoid on the starter noticed I had a b style frame can I cut out the frame to make this work
Great job like always 👏 👍
Enjoy the videos. Your good at research, as when I fix something, it’s always direct replacement. I just don’t have the patience. Had to have a gas hot water tank installed, I did half the work to speed it up. Part of me wishes I did it myself, but I prefer to not do gas plumbing, and want the permit for gas appliances. Also, be up on new earthquake strapping rules. The guy actually said to me, your knowledgeable, why not do it yourself when prepped everything for me. My response was insurance since I don’t mess with gas. What surprised me, he was gonna use Sharkbite. I balked, so he had to get out fittings and his torch. I am glad supply valve changed and all new copper flex. We don’t hard pipe appliances here.
For my Lawn Tractor, when I needed parts, I’d pull them off, and read the number on the part. Usually it was on the side you couldn’t see while the part was attached. Would go on the Internet with the part number. Got parts for a fraction of the dealers price. Replaced the PTO Clutch, Starter and Steering Gear this way. PTO Clutch was also used on a Skid Steer.
Good video looks like a great hobby
I remember some of these needed a starter relay kit installed. Think it might have been Kohler engines, the starter would hang from low amps during cranking it over.
Old guys rule! I was taught about tools and mechanic starting at 9 . Pulled, rebuilt, reinstalled first VW bug engine at twelve!! Just before Jr high!
how loose were the rod bolts?
ONE I GOT A LITTLE OUT OF IT .. OTHER ONE WAS TIGHT ... THERE KNOWN TO BE LOOSE .. THATS WHY I CHECKED .. THERE KNOWN TO BLOW RODS
My Snap-on tools inherited from my grandfather, SK-Wayne tools from my father. All old, but still like new.
Merry Christmas Steve
Steve's a John Deere mechanic
Great job on UA-cam all video and amazing person
On Briggs and Stratton Engines, they used to make an Electronic Ignition that snaps on the Coil and it comes with a cap to plug the pionts plunger. They really run good with an Electronic Ignition on them.
Big difference is that Briggs used magneto ignition, Onan used battery powered ignition.
Steve what kind of heat you running in your garage, your in your short sleeve shirt and it's gotta be in the teens outside .
Great job Steve, You got some nice cars too.
Use a torch to do ring gears, heat it up and it pretty much falls off, same when installing, heat it and drop it on. Doesn't take to much heat
My Dad Don't like Champion Spark Plugs. He usually gets rid of them if He can.
Same, Seen too many fail out of the box. I've always had good luck with Autolite or NGK
They was always weak. They suck bad now. My 7ncle had a small engine shop when I was a kid. You could find 4 or 5 dead out of the box in a case.
Steve how come your not using a torq wrench to torq the bolts on that motor , especially the connecting rods.
Wish I had a nice air hammer. Need one. Love these tracters. Wish I could get my hands on one or a couple.. Fix them up. Love tinkering with stuff. The gas engines are easier to work on. Love those diesel ones. Very cool. Would fix one up for my brother. He needs one to plow with bad.
Steve love the channel! I’m in Springfield Massachusetts. You have any tools that you got from your dad?
Captain Armstrong puts the hurt on them pan bolts Mama next level
Noticed flywheel has balance holes, be carful it's now balanced to the motor FYI
Oh, I’d like to know what brand of basket strainers you use. Looks much better than what I have, and I’m tired of changing the wimpy O-ring every year. Your UA-cam response for the Rigid tool helped me greatly on changing kitchen faucet. Also, videos on In-sink-erator made that change super easy. Thanks Steve! I was trained by electricians and plumbers while growing up, but forget some things since don’t do that often. It takes me most of the day to do what you can in an hour and half. Oh, toilet flange repair videos saved me a lot.
GO BALL LOCK WITH BRASS NUTS
I think he uses Dearborn brass strainers
@@stevenlavimoniere Thanks Steve. I’ll see if I can get that at Ferguson. Guessing not likely at Home Depot. I quit going there except for emergency. Too much overpriced cheap crap.
@@stevenlavimoniere Ferguson did me good on new toilet fill valves. Brass instead of plastic.
@@user-Calebculwell Thanks for brand. I’ll look.
can you comment on your search for a new truck/step van? hope you might, etc.
stevie man you gotta make a video about the cars in the background of that video i spy at least four 🧐
I know you get all kinds of people asking about your at collection, are you ready to negotiate the sale of any of them. ?
Sorry car collection
No tracta for the ex?
TOOL BOX TOUR!!!!
Great job.
I know Snap On Tools are Really Expensive.
interesting that you can knock off the ring gear.
Weld it up!
I get a lot of my parts for these off old RV generators
Hello Steve!
Smells like a John but runs like a Deere
Strongly recommend you check what the manufacturer recommended torque on your fasteners, and obviously go get you a torque wrench. Can't overemphasize utilizing correct torque values since in some cases, overtorque can lead to several self-initiated problems which are easily precluded.
Snap-on tools are the best. Very expensive. You get what you pay for
Where’s Miss Molly, she should be the supervisor!
Hey was that a 68 Cougar?
1967 CHEVELE SS BLACK ON BLACK WITH 455 AND 400 TRANS 375 POSI REAR
@@stevenlavimoniere just got a quick view? All good!
A motor is not a engine. A motor is powered by electricity and a engine is powered by combustion.
snap on is a ripoff harbor freight all the way
It would take a lot of money and a lifetime to buy these tool little by little. So buying them all together was a smart move..
Starda....lol
Hey Steve, how much would it cost to replace the engine on your work truck
worst truck ever ..its a money pit ...i am totaly done with it .. going with another truck
@@stevenlavimoniere I guess sometimes you just can’t polish a turd.😂
Start-----er.. 🦞