782 Refurb Thread

[SGragg]

Not-very-much progress post.

I don't know about you guys, but sometimes I don't have the drive or motivation to do what I need to do. Examples: slow drip/leak on tranny rear end, wiring issue at PTO switch that kills engine, hood doesn't fit properly, wheels need stripping and re-painting, etc.

Except for the PTO wiring, no mystery on each one, it just takes time and effort.

Did get the hydro lever issue solved. I had mounted the valve block too low on the steering column preventing the levers range of motion.

Do have an awful noise (at times) when turning the key to start engine. A loud, low-pitched racket as the engine is turning over. Thought it was the starter. Had to pull the engine to access. Bench test revealed a quiet starter, so think the noise is coming from the engine. Another issue for another day.

[Tom Dowling]

I just read through all the posts from the start... Nice work! I've got a 682, the pto had a short and would drain the battery real fast. The coil was all torn up like yours. The price of a new one to keep it original convinced me to get an Xtreme clutch, it's supposed to arrive tomorrow. I know you can buy just the coil to keep it original. She sure looks sharp!

[zippy1]

The noise is possibly the starter engaging the flywheel. Sure, your starter sounds fine on the bench, but it's a whole different animal when it's asked to start the tractor.

[SGragg]

Originally Posted by zippy1

The noise is possibly the starter engaging the flywheel. Sure, your starter sounds fine on the bench, but it's a whole different animal when it's asked to start the tractor.

That's what I was thinking too. The teeth on the starter weren't the best either.

[ol'George]

The starter bearing nearest the gear makes an awful squeal when starting.
Try spraying a shot of garage door lube on it and see if it goes away.
If it does, then you know what is making the noise.
The lube will be short lived, so don't think you solved the problem.
I have not ever figgered out what to use as a perm fix.
I even turned up a new bushing made out of oillite and it didn't last long till the squeal came back.
----prolly because the shaft is worn some.
I have tried a lot of lubes of various types, no joy.
-----Even tried cat pi$$ Ha,LOL!

[john hall]

Originally Posted by SGragg

That's what I was thinking too. The teeth on the starter weren't the best either.

I'd order a replacement starter and try it if it were mine. I won't get into Chinese vs OEM starters.

[SGragg]

Hard to believe it's been over 3 years since I touched this project. Slipped a restore of a '42 Farmall AV in between then and now.

Getting new tires was a stalling point on the 782. Another was a wiring issue. I solved the wiring issue, so now the PTO doesn't turn with the crankshaft when the PTO switch is off and doesn't kill the engine when turned on.

Made the decision this 782 sitting in the back of the barn should get some attention, so started shopping for new rear tires. Didn't want lug/ag tires, even though popular, but wanted something more aggressive than the Turf Saver or Master variety. Happened upon GolfCartKing.com website and like what I saw: https://www.golfcartking.com/arisun-...in-tire-6-ply/ as well as the sale price. A couple other nice features was that they were 6 ply and arrived NOT deformed, like so many other tires do.

Ordered a pair on Sunday, Oct 18th and they were sitting in my barn by Wednesday. Saw the weather forecast was to be warm on Thursday, so mounted the tires, then hurried up and stripped the old wheel paint. Primed and painted on Thursday and put them on today. Have to say I like how they turned out. Also demounted the front tires/tubes and glad I did. You can see the rust starting on the front rims.

[jfaison]

The 782 is looking good. You are giving the inspiration to get back on my 782 project. I have a question. Is the fuel line that runs to the carburetor from the fuel pump a special hose? if so, where did you find it? Also, are the fuel line connectors on the carb and fuel pump in a vertical straight-up position. The last "mechanic" left the engine apart and did not return the fuel line. Once I find this out, I can install the new parts I have.

I did find the fuel line connector coming from the fuel pump was completely stopped up.

Thank you for your help.

[SGragg]

Thanks. The fuel line is from TSC. Prepackaged in a 5' length. Can't remember the diameter (1/4"?); they have several to choose from. Can be found here:

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/pr...e?cm_vc=-10005

Much cheaper than at my O'Reilly's Auto Parts store.

The fuel line goes in and exits the fuel pump horizontally; "in" is straight in, "out" is a 90 degree fitting, both flat or horizontal. The line connects to the carb at a 45 degree angle going up.

If you're confused, then I can post a picture. Let me know.

[jfaison]

Thank you for your help.

I believe I understand what to do. The 782 is equipped with a Kohler KT17 engine. It had a hard 90 connector coming from the fuel pump. The hard 90 was installed with the nipple pointed up. So, I kept getting kinks in the fuel line. I will turn it to a 45 angle. (I stopped by a small engine shop today to buy a straight connector but they did not have one).

I would be grateful to see your pictures on the fuel line.

The hard 90 connector was completely clogged. It is now clean.

Also, I have a new condenser and coil to install.

Hopefully, this reply will post. This is my third try to post a thank you since the first of the week.

Thank you again.