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After you have completed rebuilding the diverter valve, control valve, and lift cylinder, the controls are the easy part of the restoration process. In terms of repairs, unless one of the two springs are broken (one on the handle and one under the fuel tank) there should be nothing needed. I usually like to remove each cotter pin and clean up the mating surfaces to...
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The lift cylinder is usually mounted in one of three places: to the left of the radiator for a cultivator, under the tractor for a lister, or between the left rear wheel and the fender (with the wheel moved to its widest position) for a plow. To clean it up, you need to remove it from the tractor. There is usually one bolt at the bottom of the cylinder (#2 side...
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The Lift-All control valve includes the components mounted next to the oil filter canister on the right side of the engine. This is a very important piece to clean up, since the seals inside determine how long the cylinder can support a load! Usually the best step is to remove the valve from the engine, using the two bolts found on the triangular mounting bracket (see...
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Serving the Shenandoah Valley and surrounding areas, Old Paths Equipment offers repair, rebuilding, and restoration for any antique machine. At the level of the original manufacturer’s quality work, we will keep your working tractor going, and get your show tractor running.
Read moreWelcome to Old Paths Equipment! We are your high quality sales, parts, and service source for your antique equipment. Whether it is a one wheel cultivator, garden tractor, or farm tractor, we have the passion to keep your machine running for the next generation! We are conveniently located in the heart of farming country, the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.
