Colt Case Ingersoll Garden Tractors

DavidBarkey wrote: ↑Mon Jan 09, 2023 5:00 pm Open to ideas for door latches . Factory kits are pricey .

Dave, I used screen door latches on mine...At top and bottom I added spring latches because the 3/16" lexan (polycarbonate) had some flex.
Bob

That's Hilarious!

Harry, I converted to the 19 tooth sprocket several years on my M84 caster which is used on my 446. The tractor handled it with no problem, and I gained throwing distance. About the same time I had the rubber "auger paddles" which helped, and I cut four extra teeth (2 each side) on the chu...

Like Gordy said, sometimes down pressure helps when tilling, but I I like the down pressure on my J26 3pt when I install the rear wheel weights for Fall and Winter. I put jack stands under the 3pt (with F27 adapter) to raise the rear wheels so I can rotate them and fasten the weights.
Bob

Harry, great photography, looks like a lot of things to look at and appreciate.
Bob

Here is the website for Rim Guard. It states that they have dealers in 6 Canadian Provinces:
https://www.rimguardsolutions.com/find-a-dealer/
Bob

Noel and Eugen - I know, I know. Yes John Deere weights. Here are the JD H78062 Combine Weights on the back wheels, sand blasted, primered and painted Power Red.
Bob

Eugen, thanks, my son made that for me. Here's a couple more pics with specs.
Bob

This is what I have for my 446. Four JD 42 lb suitcase weights. Approximately 168 lbs The bracket is made so it will carry 1,2,3 or 4 weights, depending on the task.

I have used this one since Feb 2017, especially in the winter. It keeps battery charged and tractor starts good. I tend not to use it in the warm weather so much.
Bob