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Re: MTD Yardman Transaxle Rebuild
Based on comments here I decided I've got too much stuff so I'm downsizing. Here's my new rig. Is it OK to haul my mower on its side like that as long as the carb is up? It's a little too wide to fit in the trailer upright. I do have a rain cover for it too, so it's like having both an open and enclosed trailer.
Based on comments here I decided I've got too much stuff so I'm downsizing. Here's my new rig. Is it OK to haul my mower on its side like that as long as the carb is up? It's a little too wide to fit in the trailer upright. I do have a rain cover for it too, so it's like having both an open and enclosed trailer.
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Re: MTD Yardman Transaxle Rebuild
If carb is up and no means of oil or gas escaping, I don't see why not.
However,
Your tow vehicle might not be the best choice for the job.
You should be using a touring bike with a longer, more stable wheelbase.
Gearing should probably be a triple in front for low end and up hill power.
Skinny tires not the best,either.
I's go with 799 x 32's at skinniest.
Maybe a Brooks leather saddle for all day comfort.
I'm just sayin'...................
And, judging from the 5" of seatpost exposed over the 24" or so (Pugeots were a bit odd with their frame sizes)
you must be about 6'4" or so............
If carb is up and no means of oil or gas escaping, I don't see why not.
However,
Your tow vehicle might not be the best choice for the job.
You should be using a touring bike with a longer, more stable wheelbase.
Gearing should probably be a triple in front for low end and up hill power.
Skinny tires not the best,either.
I's go with 799 x 32's at skinniest.
Maybe a Brooks leather saddle for all day comfort.
I'm just sayin'...................
And, judging from the 5" of seatpost exposed over the 24" or so (Pugeots were a bit odd with their frame sizes)
you must be about 6'4" or so............
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Re: MTD Yardman Transaxle Rebuild
I'm in PARTIAL agreement with the guy that pedals his arse around town, However, I think you should seriously consider an UP-grade, befitting a man of your character, I have carefully selected a few modes of transport which would be much better suited to your situation,
THIS model, has storage for your cooler(s) up front as well as storage for your fuel, tools & whatever on the rear !
This is a much improved model, which requires NO pedaling , (very tiring ) with attached storage bin as well, notice the comfortable seat and lighting (in case you have to toil up till dusk ! )
The final choice is a tandem seater, ( in case you need a helper on certain jobs, ) OR if you happen to run across a "sweetie" you would like to "woo" and make "whoopee" with (you sly devil you ! )
I'm in PARTIAL agreement with the guy that pedals his arse around town, However, I think you should seriously consider an UP-grade, befitting a man of your character, I have carefully selected a few modes of transport which would be much better suited to your situation,
THIS model, has storage for your cooler(s) up front as well as storage for your fuel, tools & whatever on the rear ! This is a much improved model, which requires NO pedaling , (very tiring ) with attached storage bin as well, notice the comfortable seat and lighting (in case you have to toil up till dusk ! ) The final choice is a tandem seater, ( in case you need a helper on certain jobs, ) OR if you happen to run across a "sweetie" you would like to "woo" and make "whoopee" with (you sly devil you ! )
Re: MTD Yardman Transaxle Rebuild
I think I've got the solution. I'm going to fabricate a drive unit for the rear wheel and attach it to my split shaft trimmer powerhead. Shindaiwa doesn't appear to make a bicycle drive for their multi-tools. Maybe I can sell them the rights to mine?
I think I've got the solution. I'm going to fabricate a drive unit for the rear wheel and attach it to my split shaft trimmer powerhead. Shindaiwa doesn't appear to make a bicycle drive for their multi-tools. Maybe I can sell them the rights to mine?
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Re: MTD Yardman Transaxle Rebuild
Knowing your a "Chemist" I wonder how many modern "bar/drinks/cocktails you've concocted in your time, Chemist is another name for Inn-Keeper, Bar-Tender, Bar-Keep, Mixoligist , Right ...??? ...:laughing:..:laughing:
Knowing your a "Chemist" I wonder how many modern "bar/drinks/cocktails you've concocted in your time, Chemist is another name for Inn-Keeper, Bar-Tender, Bar-Keep, Mixoligist , Right ...??? ...:laughing:..:laughing:
Re: MTD Yardman Transaxle Rebuild
No I was actually a "wet chemist" for an environmental analytical laboratory but only for a year. After that I moved to their environmental consulting and engineering division. I did that there and at 2 other firms until 2001. Hydrogeologist, environmental auditor and my last position as a senior environmental scientist. Mostly dealt with investigation and cleanup of commercial and industrial properties but did some clean water work for water companies too. Some wastewater stuff and permit related stuff too, lead and asbestos, hazardous waste managent. All that fun stuff. Loved it when I was junior level and in the field a lot but once I got stuck in an office managing projects most of the time it sucked. So now I mow lawns, LMAO.
No I was actually a "wet chemist" for an environmental analytical laboratory but only for a year. After that I moved to their environmental consulting and engineering division. I did that there and at 2 other firms until 2001. Hydrogeologist, environmental auditor and my last position as a senior environmental scientist. Mostly dealt with investigation and cleanup of commercial and industrial properties but did some clean water work for water companies too. Some wastewater stuff and permit related stuff too, lead and asbestos, hazardous waste managent. All that fun stuff. Loved it when I was junior level and in the field a lot but once I got stuck in an office managing projects most of the time it sucked. So now I mow lawns, LMAO.
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Re: MTD Yardman Transaxle Rebuild
Well you should have listened to your mother.
She told you if you kept on looking at naughty things you would go blind & looks like she was right. :thumbdown:
Well you should have listened to your mother.
She told you if you kept on looking at naughty things you would go blind & looks like she was right. :thumbdown: