Sparkman44
New User
Hi- I posted this in the general section and didn't get much info so I'm hoping there are some LP guys here . I have a Ford 881 that uses LP. I bought it from my aunt about 5 yrs ago(they bought it new in 62) and it's really been a good little tractor. I've really done nothing to it except change filters and fluids. Doesn't get worked hard but has really been a great starting machine in any kind of weather.
Anyway-I guess now it's decided not to start. I don't know much about LP tractors. I did try a little troubleshooting and it has good spark. I think the diaphragm is bad in the mixer/vaporizer or whatever the right term is. Without the tractor running but the vapor on, if I crack the line between the mixer and the carb, fuel is coming out and from I've read I don't think it should do that.
So I thought I'd probably start with a little rebuild on that mixer part. My guess is it's original- on top of it, it says ALGAS and then MET R FLO under that with a L.A. 21 Calif. under that. Dealer says none of the parts are available and the internet hasn't proved helpful yet so I'm looking for any help anyone can provide on finding parts for this little unit, or if you think I'm going down the wrong path let me know that also or if there some other Impco or other brand of these parts that I need to replace the whole mixer with? Any info or help is greatly appreciated! Thanks.
Anyway-I guess now it's decided not to start. I don't know much about LP tractors. I did try a little troubleshooting and it has good spark. I think the diaphragm is bad in the mixer/vaporizer or whatever the right term is. Without the tractor running but the vapor on, if I crack the line between the mixer and the carb, fuel is coming out and from I've read I don't think it should do that.
So I thought I'd probably start with a little rebuild on that mixer part. My guess is it's original- on top of it, it says ALGAS and then MET R FLO under that with a L.A. 21 Calif. under that. Dealer says none of the parts are available and the internet hasn't proved helpful yet so I'm looking for any help anyone can provide on finding parts for this little unit, or if you think I'm going down the wrong path let me know that also or if there some other Impco or other brand of these parts that I need to replace the whole mixer with? Any info or help is greatly appreciated! Thanks.