RichardMcM
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I work on the modern version every day. These were probably designed to mow at 1/4". I'm mowing at 3/4" and I can push it with one hand. If you are going to take it apart you may want to inspect and/or replace the reel bearings and have the reel turned on a lathe while you have it out.
Back then Toro used a "duller" color of red. The modern Toro red which is what I used is much darker and "sharper" looking. I think you can get both from your local Toro dealer in aerosol cans. But don't expect to get any parts... I tried that. I'm assuming you don't plan on sand blasting the aluminum parts. Have them polished. You've got the only other one that I know of. I'll be glad to help with the resto.
Cheers!
Well Roland and others, here are the before photos. I don't know when restoration will be done. On yours Roland I noticed maybe height adjusting knobs over the front roller wheels. Mine are missing or never had them. Maybe mine is earlier before the option. Height adjustment now is manual, loosen the bolt and raise the roller wheel along the slotted mounting bracket. How about the main split roller? I see plugs inside. Are they oil reservoirs? How can I date mine to the correct year? Thanks and I hope the photos loaded.