gkarbowski
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- Greg Karbowski
Guys,
I am going to start restoring my 169 after many years of service. First, the engine. Are the rebuild parts from NAPA good. They assured me these were Kohler parts. Is there anything that wears on the governor? Also is there anything I should do internally to the engine to make it run better/cleaner/crisper. Polish intake/exhaust etc. Granted I'm not intending to build a pulling tractor just a good reliable strong runner. I have rebuilt auto engines and snowmobile engines in the past so I have experience and understand close tolerances.
Secondly, The frame/suspension/steering. The column and box needs a total redo also. Looked at the FAQ's and wondered if that was the method of rebuild the guy on eBay uses? It also "creeps" a little so I plan on redoing that per the FAQ's. The front cast straight axle center pivot is loose as well. Is it possible to bore this and put in a bushing and a new grade 8 bolt?
Finally, paint and decals...is any one source better than another? I would like good quality. My intentions are a high quality restoration that I can still cut the lawn with.
Sorry for the wordy post. Just trying to cover all bases. Any and all input welcome. Great Site!
I am going to start restoring my 169 after many years of service. First, the engine. Are the rebuild parts from NAPA good. They assured me these were Kohler parts. Is there anything that wears on the governor? Also is there anything I should do internally to the engine to make it run better/cleaner/crisper. Polish intake/exhaust etc. Granted I'm not intending to build a pulling tractor just a good reliable strong runner. I have rebuilt auto engines and snowmobile engines in the past so I have experience and understand close tolerances.
Secondly, The frame/suspension/steering. The column and box needs a total redo also. Looked at the FAQ's and wondered if that was the method of rebuild the guy on eBay uses? It also "creeps" a little so I plan on redoing that per the FAQ's. The front cast straight axle center pivot is loose as well. Is it possible to bore this and put in a bushing and a new grade 8 bolt?
Finally, paint and decals...is any one source better than another? I would like good quality. My intentions are a high quality restoration that I can still cut the lawn with.
Sorry for the wordy post. Just trying to cover all bases. Any and all input welcome. Great Site!