Vintage Craftsman Tiller Brought Back to Life

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@eddiepatterson5025 3 года назад

Runs like a champ. Ginger trying to catch all that air that’s too funny love that dog.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Yeah Ginger is a hoot.

@darellsunderlin4670 3 года назад

Over 35+ years of working on small engines the one thing I've learned about Tecumseh is they either are good or they are bad and there ain't no in between!!! Good job , and good call on the condenser, not everybody would figure that one out .

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Not too many of them left around other than snowblowers.

@heathworsley8347 3 года назад

That was a very cool video thank you!

@samiam6253 3 года назад

Looks great wish you had shown how you detailed it. Like our generation old iron works broken.

@grovecitysirens_GCS 3 года назад

The only thing that is vintage, working and i have or my dad has is a craftsman 2 stage 5 or 8 horse power electric start track driven snowblower from siers that is working with some problems like the chute screw holder is not solid but yeah vintage

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Very cool. I love those old Sears/Craftsman Trac-Drive snowblowers.

@grovecitysirens_GCS 3 года назад

Yeah but the electric start is broken and it has some more broken parts I do have a channel and I might do a vid about it

@SoybeanFarmer3300 3 года назад

I want a shop lift table like you have.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

It's been a back saver.

@MrVailtown 3 года назад

20/3. @15:18EST So glad you refresh this, so many get scraped with years of life in them .

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

@howder1951 3 года назад

Great video, those small B&S or Tecumseh engines are so simple to work on yet everyone is daunted by them, hence the availability in the dumpster for the person that take the time. Thanks for the vid, cheers!

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

These days people feel if it's over 10years old it garbage no matter what. I sold a mower years ago to a gentleman. It was a beautiful Toro that worked flawlessly. He called me 2 days later yelling and screaming at me because he looked it up and it was 7-8years old. I never sold it as newer nor told him an age, I just sold it as a good working mower. He had it in his head, that now matter how nice it was, it was old and garbage. I gave him his money back and sold it the next to to someone else.

@not2fast4u2c 3 года назад

Looks like a new one now The 8 hp Tecumseh snow blower engines were a great engine to put on a go - kart

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Yeah, it turned out very nice.

@bombardier3qtrlbpsi 3 года назад

That's ok Ginger tell your master to put on his rubber boots!!🤣🤣

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Just when I think I cleaned it all up there's a random surprise.

@indialanticrob508 3 года назад

Your overall knowledge is incredible !

@Volusiaev 3 года назад

I agree!

@GodzHammer 3 года назад

This guy is under rated big time.

@vennic 3 года назад

Haven't seen the video on overalls

@williamwarnold6737 3 года назад

I love to see old stuff getting a new lease life. I have an American BS 10hp about 34 years old in the back my van . I use it as compressor, and it’s up and ready to work every day. I work at tyres and it can get a large shovel wheel or tractor wheel back up fast. I service it every three months new oil etc. I got it for £180 because the customer wanted to see it going to a good home. Greetings from Ireland.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing! A little maintenance and these engines go seemingly forever.

@JOEZEP54 3 года назад

I LOVE "Vintage" equipment. We old-timers were built to last. 👍 #20 Stay safe, Joe Z

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Well said.

@RobbsHomemadeLife 3 года назад

hey Moe, a lot of good tips. I have had a lot of mud daubers in equipment but never any cat poop, that was funny, the stove polish with graphite was new to me. Thumbs up.😎👌

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Mud daubers can be a pain.

@lewiemcneely9143 3 года назад

GOOD fix and I can work on Tecumseh's but I don't like to. I'm a Briggs 'L' head man and never had trouble with points either. Fine old tiller too! And Ginger was embarrassed. She was saying' I'm sorry, Dad but I had to go and that old tiller had been sitting there for so long I thought I was safe and............'. A-PLUS, Pal and GBWYall

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I comes down to what you get used to working on. I like them both and really only dislike working on Kohlers, mainly because I do it so infrequently.

@lewiemcneely9143 3 года назад

@@sixtyfiveford True! Kohler's just run and you just have to hang on! Especially the old 301 cast iron jobs.

@orvileknox3130 3 года назад

Nothing like the good old days when life was much simpler. Good job.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Hey Thanks.

@pattayperformance 3 года назад

Great save! Thanks for the graphite/Stove tip! Did you straight rattlecan restore it or did you use a brush as well? CAME OUT GREAT with all the decals intact. I've had zero luck bringing decal back to life after I get a little overspray.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

All rattle can. I don't worry about over spray on the decals and just use a gasoline soaked rag to wipe them clean while the paint is still tacky/wet.

@pattayperformance 3 года назад

@@sixtyfiveford thank you so much for the tip! I was using brake clean or starting fluid and if I applied too much pressure it would wipe off the decal! 🤙🏻🔧🦅🇺🇸

@TrojanHorse1959 3 года назад

Great video and restore/rescue of an old tiller, thanks, Moe! I found one similar to that except it had a B&S engine on it. The engine had thrown a rod through the side of the block so the previous owner just threw it away. I installed a new rod and welded up the hole in the block and used it for another 15 years before I sold it. I never had to do anything to it except change the oil and belts as needed.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Very cool!

@hikerJohn 3 года назад

I use to have a tiller just like that but with a 5hp Briggs & Stratton and a different brand name. It was from the late 1970's. I wish I still had it. I prefer front tillers over rear tillers. The gear box broke and I could not find parts for it before the internet could help.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I've come across too many broken rear tine tillers to really trust them. I don't think I've ever seen a front tine tiller with a broken chain/gearcase.

@papachuck6007 Год назад

I converted two of those to electronic ignition, best upgrade ever

@finbah5706 3 года назад

love your videos I watch all of them. And your dog is awesome. Ginger needs her own channel she's so cute.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Hey Thanks.

@tanksoldier9770 3 года назад

Nice back to life fix ! Is the Merry tiller on the list next? Thanks TANK

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I have a Merry Tiller that I restored years ago. It's always ready to go.

@mikespain8655 3 года назад

Enjoyed the video. I always clean carburetors thoroughly. Carb cleaner, small wire, compressed air. Have a very high success rate. That's a good little tiller.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Hey Thanks.

@yellownp22541 3 года назад

Long Live GINGER!! As always an informative and educational video, I simply love each and every one of your videos. What ever happened to the the boat 🚣‍♀️ you got running about a year ago?

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

My boat is sitting waiting for summer.

@yellownp22541 3 года назад

@@sixtyfiveford Have a great weekend b safe

@loubzac3 3 года назад

Nice to see a carburetor with an adjustment

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Indeed!

@wkualum3194 3 года назад

Awesome as always. Wish you would have shown making the air filter.

@orvileknox3130 3 года назад

Air filters easy. Just buy material, cut to fit.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I cut that part out during editing as it was nearly 5 minutes of me rambling. I use bulk open cell foam that I salvage currently from the #1 Jumbo sports hands/fingers you see people wearing on their hands at football games. They do sell it in bulk flat sheets, the #1 Jumbo hands is just what I have right now. You can also get it for free from cutting up old couches.

@williamwilliams7706 Год назад

Great job making this one run and look like new.

@sixtyfiveford Год назад

Thanks 👍

@blkbeard4554 3 года назад

Only a True collector of things would say.. I will have to check to see if I have another one of these air filters in my stock.

@TheCrittercam001 3 года назад

Wow man that tiller really looks great! This was one of the best repair/restoration videos I've seen recently, good job!

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Thanks Man.

@philliphall5198 6 месяцев назад

Really it’s important to keep them inside, but most people don’t and have trouble 😢😢😢

@machinistwanttobebrianfrom6887 3 года назад

Brian from Ma.Great job on tiller great vid THANKS Besafe

@grounded-b937 3 года назад

Hard to believe that you painted it in one day !!

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Yeah, it took me around 45minutes to spruce it up.

@roblawson6683 3 года назад

What's the model on this tiller? I have a Central Park tiller I can't find any information on, but it's almost exactly the same as this one.

@patrickmorrissey2271 Год назад

Nice! Yeah, if you're looking to sell it, how it looks goes a long ways....

@grosseileracingteam 3 года назад

Hey Moe, never really a big 4 stroke Tecumseh fan, but fixed more than my share of 2 strokes in Toro And MTD snowblowers. I also like to clean the emulsion tube while still in the carb instead of damaging them trying to get them out. Hope all of us have a better garage and estate sale season this year. Thanks for posting.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I've mushroomed the emulsion tube before trying to get it out. It'll weld itself in there. Not worth the hassle if I see good flow with the carb cleaner.

@jobiewankenobie3102 2 года назад

Looks like an old curtain rod was used for the pull start handle. Had one just like it 15 years ago.

@tcapo514 3 года назад

Make sure your dog has a parvo shot if you got crappy cats around . Then go buy a cat trap or make one and get rid of them if you know what I mean . 💀💀💀

@FaithwalkerTodd 3 года назад

That was amazing how well that turned out.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

@brucekiszely2995 3 года назад

That heeler needs his own channel!, To funny 👍🇺🇲

@GypsyHunter232UK 3 года назад

U should have it started wen pressure washing so the heat will get rid of all excess water

@WApnj Год назад

Awesome restoration. That thing works great...😎

@jameskim62 3 года назад

GREAT VIDEO.... I used exactly this model to do small back yard farming....

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Awesome. They will give a a good workout.

@bmlennox Год назад

you can add oil to the felt that lubes the cam for the points!

@ww321 3 года назад

I did one years back. $25 w blown motor. Pulled side cover off and found connecting rod nuts just came off. I ground out big dent in the cylinder where the rod hit it. Put it back together and it ran. I was worried the rod may have unseen damage so I installed a Predator engine. Works great. Thanks for the video

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Nicely done!

@Don_ECHOguy 3 года назад

Nice job and very thorough and totally agree the old Tecumseh's if looked after can last for ever.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Hey thanks. It's just like any engine if you take care of it it'll last. It's really impressive what these things to do, considering the average homeowner with the lawn mower will run it for 10 years without ever even changing the oil.

@2LateIWon 3 года назад

That was a fun little project

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Hey Thanks.

@ww321 3 года назад

My10hp Tecumseh on the riding mower is like that. Choke on hit the key. Engine makes 1 pop turn choke off hit key and engine starts

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

It seams like every machine has their own little quirk, just have to learn it.

@davidcoudriet8439 2 года назад

THE MIGHTY TECUMSEH! Works great and looks great doin it! Nice job.

@sixtyfiveford 2 года назад

Thanks

@Odenix75 3 года назад

@65ford 👍👍 thank you buddy for sharing your knowledge and experiences very appreciated it here. 👍😁👍 keep up with the good work brother. Namaste 🙏

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

@JDLarge 3 года назад

Set the way back machine Mr Sherman, 1970’s please... Back when after mastering points and condensers, one could tackle any engine of the day project. It was fun teaching my oldest the fine art of gapping. We tuned a chipper I got off the marketplace free. ($500.00!) He spent almost twenty minutes looking for my gap set, when I sent him for tools, I was just gonna watch. So after waiting I asked what was up. I called him over after he told me he can’t find the “nail file looking things.” I told him it’s more of an art than science, so you’re not doing brain surgery, close enough is the standard and I handed him a business card to use instead. I thought his head was going to explode, lol. I said when someone offers you a card from now on, save them then put them in the drawer with plugs, wires, plug tester light, all that misc engine stuff. Of course I’ve since got him a set of feelers, but in a pinch he now knows. You’re always passing along great ideas to share around, that’s what it’s all about! It’s what keeps me coming back here 😉👍🏼 Nice save brother, a back is a terrible thing to waste! I’d be lost without my tiller... that or walking hunched with a cane🙄

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Great story. A little know how goes a long way.

@Tiersmoke92555 Год назад

Dude, I forgot I loved you channel so much. Just a regular dude in the garage. Not a rich guy throwing tons of money at everyproject. Not a tool snob that only uses import band "X". A fresh breath of reality.

@sixtyfiveford Год назад

Hey thanks

@paulzacher5672 3 года назад

I enjoyed this video. All are good but this was entertaining. Also informative. I haven't changed points and condensers in years. Brought back great memories of me and my dad fixing mowers.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@jimstein8249 3 года назад

I've got a similar tiller and had to replace the engine 25yr ago, The Tecumseh has NEVER failed to start at the first of the season. Fill with Fresh gas, choke on full, half throttle. First pull it pops, remove choke, second pull and it's running. The same procedure Every year, every cold start for all those years. It's a great Engine and might outlive me.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

It's a great engine.

@zx8401ztv 3 года назад

That looks and works smashing now :-D Start with the first pull... you are not mustie1 you know ha ha joke :-D When that tool was made, people had common sense and didn't call the lawyers in to grab cash for there stupidity. It's sad that too many people are so stupid :-( If i trip over on the public pavement it's my fault for not looking where i'm going and lift my feet enough. I'm moaning again lol.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Well said. Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

@JohnMGibby 3 года назад

That's one good dog!

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Hey Thanks.

@kolilagephart3766 3 года назад

I took my old sears roto Spader remove the outer tines and cut back the dirt guards and it now gets more work as a trencher.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Awesome.

@flyfishtev8308 Год назад

IDEA. An electric motor with a cam to pump up the cylinder on your work bench. It could be removable or beside the hand pump.

@sixtyfiveford Год назад

Yes, that has been on my list for a long time.

@richdavison2014 Год назад

Great video. I just picked up one of these tillers and she has no spark. Where did you find parts? We're you able to find a diagram or anything? The throttle cabling is disconnect and I have no idea how it goes.

@sixtyfiveford Год назад

It's going to have you there at Briggs& Stratton or Tecumseh engine. Parts are everywhere on the internet. I have videos on both styles of engines changing the points.

@w3twir3d1 3 года назад

What kind of foam to DIY filter? Maybe do a video of common materials (and / or makeshift alternatives) to have on hand for repairs. Not exhaustive but good things to have on hand in the shop outside the norm.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I use the Jumbo Sports Fingers you see at sporting games. They are made of cheap open cell foam that is the same thing that small engine air filters are made off. Sometimes you can find open cell foam by cutting open old couches as well.

@MisterHarleyRider 3 года назад

While spraying out the carb didn't you have the glove on the wrong hand. Thought that was funny.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

The carb cleaner makes the gloves swell/balloon up.

@GrezMonkey70 3 года назад

Watch out for that plastic gas tank. I have same engine, same plastic tank with surface cracking. Then one day the cracks connected with each other and the tank ripped open! "Fortunately I cannabalized a Briggs steel tank and made it fit so all is good.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Yeah, I've seen a few split over the years along with ones from Briggs.

@hunt4fish 3 года назад

Good job! Nice to see the old machines still kicking up the didos. Some of the best workings right there like the old 42 Willys jeeps and stuff...last forever....take care bud! Funny, most cats cause trouble for neighbors eh!? same here we have 2 lol we don't own!

@Mr_Tecumseh 3 года назад

Good ole H60 Tecumseh. They designed those right from the start.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I'm a fan.

@paulzacher5672 3 года назад

Also liked the Ford pickups

@GodzHammer 3 года назад

Where do you get the right gaskets at? If I go into Ace Hardware they just point in the direction of the gaskets and I’m on my own to guess the right size/type.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Any gaskets I need I usually just make. A head gasket is about the only gasket I ever buy.

@robertroberts9782 3 года назад

What do you think of ultrasonic cleaning machines .jus wonderin

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Honestly I think they're a waste and do little more than clean the outside metal. All the jets are untouched and still need to be manually cleaned.

@louisbrown2279 3 года назад

I got a 1968 rotohoe with 8 horse the old indian head engine s are awesome only ever clean carb and plug but won't it throw the machine 5 feet when you hit a big rock good video

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Rotohoe! They made some good stuff. I've had wood chippers and tillers from them. Seemed well built.

@plakor6133 3 года назад

Might be raccoon, they like to poo in wierd places just to mess with ya.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I'm glad we don't get Racoons around here. They seam like annoyances.

@owa2533 2 года назад

What kind of table is that?

@uMalice 3 года назад

your dog makes me laugh.

@DAS-Videos 3 года назад

From junk to practically new. A lot of people will want to own that now.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Hey thanks.

@dougkuechenmeister8733 3 года назад

I like that pallet jack work table! did you make that? Is there a video?

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I picked it up a number of years ago and it has been a lifesaver. I did a video on it ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-RB1tJa4gPO4.html

@57WillysCJ 3 года назад

Nice work there. The paint will attracted a buyer where the rust would not.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Any spot of rust and people are scared. Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

@karennimusicguitarofficial5109 3 года назад

I’m subscribe to you

@andrewwoodward6560 3 года назад

Really interesting how a new condenser fixed the problem. Been having issues with son's minibike, this may be it ! Thanks ! 👍🙂

@vstrom9586 2 года назад

I liked your jack

@chevylandt.v 3 года назад

Great way to make a little cash on the side. Or how to work on small engines .

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

It sure is

@gst69man 3 года назад

points plugs and condenser, that's it!

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

A little maintenance goes a long way.

@MrGunPilot 3 года назад

curtain rod pull start

@tcapo514 3 года назад

Mustie1 would be proud but not AvE...

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

So true.

@siahmartin2448 3 года назад

I have a mini bike I swapped a 3hp tecumseh engine onto and i really like the engine more than a 5hp Briggs besides the head bolt holding the shroud and I have a 6hp tecumseh that I have had carb issues with for a while that I think I will buy a new carb to put on it

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Awesome.

@siahmartin2448 3 года назад

Yeah I hope to maybe sell it and then get another one to fix up and sell

@VYSOTDAILY99 3 года назад

Good video

@rodneybrand8521 3 года назад

That tiller is a great machine..just tilled a garden for the wife yesterday using a free troy built tuffy 3 hp tecumseh the carburetor was gummy..it's a rear tine it was free.. The tiller you have would have been better....ginger is having fun with you ..good and smart dog..see you on the next one..Cheers 🍻🍻🍻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

The best tiller is a free tiller.

@waltschannel7465 3 года назад

Wow! Great. Looks and runs fantastic. Love the Oliver Tractor emblem/sticker in the background. My grandfather worked for them and Studebaker. Love the fact you can adjust the idle mixture. Great job!

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Oliver/Studebaker, really. That's neat. Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

@tblbaby 3 года назад

Nice work, yet once again.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I appreciate that

@kirkwesterveltoutdoors 3 года назад

You are a very talented guy...I hope you get paid for your knowledge......Great videos

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I appreciate that!

@mcarroll598 3 года назад

Great video dude, what brand carb cleaner is that you are using?

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

The cheapest I can find. This is Wal-Marts brand and costs me around $2. It's basically just Acetone.

@mcarroll598 3 года назад

@@sixtyfiveford gotcha! Thanks dude!

@jordanroe4805 3 года назад

New favorite RU-vid channel! Gives me hope that my how-to knowledge will reach this level someday!

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Hey Thanks.

@jameskenney5623 3 года назад

It's not te-come-say it's te-come-suh but other than that, great job.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Yeah, I slaughtered the pronunciation.

@jameskenney5623 3 года назад

@@sixtyfiveford leave it to us keyboard commandos to point that stuff out. I didn't mean it in a rude way, sorry if it sounded like that. I love your channel and your ideas. Thanks for all you do and keep up the awesome content .

@briancalvey4997 3 года назад

I always enjoy your videos. You have a lot of knowledge, creativity, and the energy to get out in the shop and get things done. Impressive.

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@gregorypiercesr.794 2 года назад

Great video! Does those cans of super tech carb cleaner come with those nozzle aetups?😉

@sixtyfiveford 2 года назад

The WD-40 nozzle on these cans makes a huge difference.

@gregorypiercesr.794 2 года назад

@@sixtyfiveford so your transfering the nozzles from the WD-40 cans?

@sixtyfiveford 2 года назад

@@gregorypiercesr.794 Yes. I think I've moved this exact nozzle to at least 50-75 cans by now. WD-40 has this nozzle with red straw or a flexible straw one. The flexible ones don't work as well for carbs.

@manitou_74 3 года назад

Had that same one in 2003

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

Awesome.

@vinces8974 3 года назад

That’s great work, I seldom use compressed air cleaning carburetors also, I use the pressure of the brake clean or carburetor cleaner can like you do

@sixtyfiveford 3 года назад

I just like to see the flow of the jets. I can tell in a second if a passage it clear or an orifice is partially obstructed. The comment stems from a lot of people giving me crap on my carb videos for using carb cleaner and not compressed air.