1450 Lift Valve Handle Removal- Suggestions??
 

I'm removing a dual stick from a 1450 and so far it's been pretty straight forward, even if the tractor has to be practically completely disassembled. I'm down to the last piece. I'm not sure how to get the valve handle out of the dash tower. I've got the longer thinner handle removed but the second handle has me baffled. I've attached pics. If anyone knows the secret I'd love to know.

Is it possible that the handle unscrews allowing it to be released from the shaft?

On the one I had the handle unscrewed and then the base slid off, the handle acts as a set screw.

Thank you so much! I was afraid to try that without a second opinion. I didn't want to snap it off. That's for sure.

:IH Trusted Hand:


I might also add that the handle rod is a sleeve with a threaded rod inside of it. You may have to take the handle off (it's screwed/threaded on also), pull the sleeve then unscrew the rod.

You are exactly right. I removed the handle, the lock nut, and the tube. Then I was able to put a pair of vise grips on the the threaded rod to remove it. I used penetrating oil but should have waited and let it soak overnight. It snapped. Now I have to drill it out and repair the handle since it's made of unobtainium. I should have known better.

Ooooh. That sucks.

If you can't get it off, JeffinPa can make you a new one. I'll look around, I'm not so sure you can't buy that piece from somewhere else. It may not be chrome, but I thought I've seen them before....:bigthink:

My uncle has a lathe and likes to tinker so I might take it over to him. My thoughts are to remove the broken part from the banjo looking piece and also to drill and tap the handle rod. The I'll screw a stud into it....or maybe just call Jeff. :biggrin2:

Did it break off flush?

Then have Tim powderchrome it!