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Warren Miller

03-26-2001 06:45:12




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Hi, I recently settled on a home purchase that included a WD-45 (gasoline; unknown year) as part of the deal. Supposedly, the tractor runs although it has not been started recently (within, say, a year). I didn't get any manuals with it (I just ordered a set on-line), so I don't know the first thing about operating this (or any other) tractor.

I was wondering if someone could provide some pointers on how (at least) to start it to verify that it runs. I will wait for the manual before trying to move it. I have checked the basics including oil level/condition and it appears to be in relatively good shape, so I think it is ready for a start attempt.

Any pointers would be appreciated.

Thanks.
Warren

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Tom

03-28-2001 16:48:56




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 Re: new WD-45 owner in reply to Warren Miller, 03-26-2001 06:45:12  
Well, WD-45 owner, are you going to tell us how you did? and how it runs? I am sure I am not the only one interested. It is a great tractor, hang on to it and take care of it.

Tom



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Warren Miller

03-30-2001 04:47:47




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 Re: Re: new WD-45 owner in reply to Tom, 03-28-2001 16:48:56  
I haven't moved into the house yet (I am doing some interior work before I get all the furniture in there), so I only make it up there on weekends. I'm anxiously waiting until tomorrow to try and turn her over.

I appreciate all the helpful responses to my post! I'll be sure to let you know what happens.

Thanks to all.

Warren



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Tom

03-26-2001 18:51:17




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 Re: new WD-45 owner in reply to Warren Miller, 03-26-2001 06:45:12  
The throtle is the lever on the right side of the steering wheel, move it to the right to start an inch or so. the starter is the wire pull under the steering column on the right, chock on the left. Make sure it is in netural. Hand clutch is lever on right under steering wheel. Foot clutch foot pedal on left. Right and left rear wheel brakes are the two pedals on the right. If the oil is cold the hand clutch may not release to well, use the foot clutch till warm. You cannot shift on the move, without grinding, start off in the gear you want, this is different from a car or truck. A 45 will have pleanty of power to do this with any reeasonable load. Until you get used to the tractor try first, second and reverse around your yard. Fourth is a road speed and will seem like it is fast if you use it too soon and in rough conditions. To stop put your foot on both brake pedals at the same time for even stops, seperate brake pedals are for stopping a wheel from spinning if you are getting stuck, and assisting in sharp turns, (slowly, after the front wheels are fully turned).

Questions? get back to me.

Tom

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John (C-IL)

03-26-2001 18:49:14




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 Re: new WD-45 owner in reply to Warren Miller, 03-26-2001 06:45:12  
Warren, I've included a link to an online WD manual. It will do what you want quicker and more efficiently than I could here in words. If the tractor hasn't been started in a while, you may want to try pulling it to start it AFTER you have checked out the vital signs. John



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rob

03-26-2001 15:22:18




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 Re: new WD-45 owner in reply to Warren Miller, 03-26-2001 06:45:12  
warren,
I have 1956 w-d 45 with power steering (the first year they came out with it.) You should have a hand clutch and a foot clutch on yours as well. My father had two w-d's growing up on the farm. I think they are great tractors to either use or show. My 1956 has been restored for parades only. I am now in the process of restoring a 1953 w-d 45 which runs off of l/p gas or regular fuel. My brother is a International man and tells me he has a heckuva time beating those w-d's at tractor pulls.

good luck
Rob

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