David Bradley 75 Manure Spreader Never Used; Need Info on

eflanders72

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Hello,
I recently purchased a David Bradley 75 Manure SPreader which has never been used. Has a great story that goes with it that it was purchased and then stored in a hay mow the past 60 or so years. Actually saw daylight for the first time two days ago!
I was so excited about using the manure spreader on our small farm when I was told not to use it as it has historical value?
Like I said never used, stored inside for 60 years, paint is great and just had grease put in the grease fittings for the first time because there was still factory paint over the fittings. It also came with 2 Sears Roebuck Shipping tags still attached. "David Bradley 75" is clearly written on the sides in green with the lines/logo underneath it. It is a deep bright red with green rims and green beaters.

My question is, if I use it will I ruin the value or should it be preserved as historical? Are there many of these around?

Where can I get an owners manual...

ANy and all opinions appreciated
 
Great little machine! Found mine in woods with tree growing up through it. Replaced wooden parts and used for 30 yrs.
Don"t remember their ever being a manual for them. Came as a kit.
Check bearings on axle - 2 large cage bearings - 1 on each side - 2 grease fittings - 1 on either side.
If you need ratchet dogs for the drive in the hubs, I may have a couple.
 
Yes there is an owners manual for your machine. I have photocopies of owners manuals for Model Number 917.48410 and Model Number 917.48411. The 2nd one is probably what you want as it is titled "Setting Up and Operating Instructions and Parts List For David Bradley 75 Spreader And Attachments". It's 21 pages. I would be glad to make and sell you a copy for $12.00, postage included. Try my e-mail address.
 
What you have is a one of a kind, life time rare find. The value is VERY high. If you use it then you just have a manure spreader that is in good shape. Then it is worth a few hundred dollars.

PLEASE don't use it. Many of the collectors would give you enough for it to buy several working manure spreaders.
 
Great little machine! Found mine in woods with tree growing up through it. Replaced wooden parts and used for 30 yrs.
Don"t remember their ever being a manual for them. Came as a kit.
Check bearings on axle - 2 large cage bearings - 1 on each side - 2 grease fittings - 1 on either side.
If you need ratchet dogs for the drive in the hubs, I may have a couple.
Noticed years back you posted having ratchet dogs for a Bradley model 75. If still available I would buy them. How many were there per wheel? Also need the drive chain for the final paddles or the chain number.
Thanks and Happy New Year !
 
Hello,
I recently purchased a David Bradley 75 Manure SPreader which has never been used. Has a great story that goes with it that it was purchased and then stored in a hay mow the past 60 or so years. Actually saw daylight for the first time two days ago!
I was so excited about using the manure spreader on our small farm when I was told not to use it as it has historical value?
Like I said never used, stored inside for 60 years, paint is great and just had grease put in the grease fittings for the first time because there was still factory paint over the fittings. It also came with 2 Sears Roebuck Shipping tags still attached. "David Bradley 75" is clearly written on the sides in green with the lines/logo underneath it. It is a deep bright red with green rims and green beaters.

My question is, if I use it will I ruin the value or should it be preserved as historical? Are there many of these around?

Where can I get an owners manual...

ANy and all opinions appreciated
I personally would not use it. It should be a show piece. I would contact a member of a antique club about showing it off . If you need a small manure spreader the one you have would be worth alot more and could be sold outright to buy a nice used one..
 
Great little machine! Found mine in woods with tree growing up through it. Replaced wooden parts and used for 30 yrs.
Don"t remember their ever being a manual for them. Came as a kit.
Check bearings on axle - 2 large cage bearings - 1 on each side - 2 grease fittings - 1 on either side.
If you need ratchet dogs for the drive in the hubs, I may have a couple.
 

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