Hello. I bought a Super A that ran strong for a few weeks, then wouldn't start. I had an old ace troubleshooter look it over, and we determined the governor gear wasn't turning. I pulled the housing and discovered a third of the gear teeth had sheared off. Upon further inspection, I determined the camgear was compromised. I paid good money for this tractor. Any tips on getting at the camgear? I understand I have to pull the camshaft, and that it is also necessary to turn the engine so the tappets will be accessible by use of gravity? Could anyone confirm this?
Best advice: should I pull the engine and take it to a shop? I don't have an engine boom. Also, can someone confirm whether or not the stop in the stem of the governor sits on top of the pin, or is it part of the pin? Thanks.
The fellow I bought the tractor from advised he "replaced the block". I don't see how he could have done that without knowing the governor and cam gears were bad. Unless all he did was replace the sleeves and pistons...
Best advice: should I pull the engine and take it to a shop? I don't have an engine boom. Also, can someone confirm whether or not the stop in the stem of the governor sits on top of the pin, or is it part of the pin? Thanks.
The fellow I bought the tractor from advised he "replaced the block". I don't see how he could have done that without knowing the governor and cam gears were bad. Unless all he did was replace the sleeves and pistons...