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Jim Tanner

02-28-2001 12:42:38

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Anyone have any idea who made this , or where I can find any info on this. it was made around 1969 and has a patent number of To5790039 and was built in Troy Vermont, any help would be appreciated.

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http://www.quadractor.com

05-06-2006 18:06:33

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

http://www.quadractor.com/

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Pat Cleveland

05-23-2003 10:44:34

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

Have acquired a Quadractor. Does anyone know how to determine year built by serial number? Also would like info about implements/accessories used on the machine, even diagrams. Anybody know where there might be any implements/accessories taking us space in back yards. Have the plow and that is it.

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will blake

05-26-2003 09:09:00

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Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Pat Cleveland, 05-23-2003 10:44:34

Pat do you have any of the manuals to the tractor? The operators manual shows a simple illistration of the land and snow ,or dirt, plow,as they relate to the Spence hitch.

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Matt654646

05-06-2006 18:03:42

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Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to will blake, 05-26-2003 09:09:00

www.quadractor.com

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Pat Cleveland

05-27-2003 07:15:29

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Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to will blake, 05-26-2003 09:09:00

Will,
I have the red ($10) manual. It doesn't give a good description of the three point hitch. Also got into the US Patent info which gives much better illistrations, but was unable to print them out. I think one has to reverse the plow frame stops and move them to the front of tractor, and that the plow frame is them reversed so you are pulling it and the plow frame (Spence hitch) then becomes a part of the 3 point hitch. Am I correct about this? It appears in the illistrations that there is some type of pully setup mounted in bed behind the winch Also am I correct that the plow frame is also used for lifting and pulling logs?

The manual is one of the best tractor manuals I have ever seen. If one has to replace belts, it is a must. It has everything in it except belt sizes. He must have wanted to guarantee dealers work.

Also, I believe I have the correct belt sized which are not listed in the manual. They are 4L820 for low gear, 4L760 for high gear, 4L850 for reverse, and 4L820 for the secondary drive to axles. These are NAPA numbers. Todd passed them along to me. Tried to get them listed on the "Quadractor" page which Bob Gallager has, but he does not respond to my e-mails.
Pat

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will blake

06-05-2003 16:18:50

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Pat Cleveland, 05-27-2003 07:15:29

PAT Sorry I didnt mean to miss lead you, I never had a plow,snow or land, towbar.Just saw it in the manual. I did make a tow bar to pull a small trailer, Looks like a big lettet A ,and bolted the two ends to the ATTACHMENT RAILINGS, with a ball hitch at the end point. The thing stuck out the back, and was impossible to back up a trailler straight. This towbar will work to lift logs but I did not use it much for that,I just dropped the winch cable down hole in board under winch,and between the two little rollers,bolted to center rib, then rapped cable around log and used slip hook at end of cable, then just lift until log is high enough then go. You must also have the repair manual, if not let me know I will make copy and send. Serial # for mine isT0879007

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Pat Cleveland

06-06-2003 07:39:32

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to will blake, 06-05-2003 16:18:50

Tow bar sounds interesting, but I can understand the trailer not backing up straight as my quadractor does not like to back up. If she starts to turn, you have to pull ahead and start all over again.
I would very much appreciate a copy of the repair manual. Let me know cost of copying. I will e-mail you my address.
Pat

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will blake

06-16-2003 16:39:37

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Pat Cleveland, 06-06-2003 07:39:32

Dear Pat Cleveland ; I will send copy of manual soon. Yea it does not like to back up as well as go forward, its those CASTOR wheels, they want to turn around like a shopping cart whrn you pull the cart backwards. Will Blake

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Joe Fontaine

07-21-2003 14:46:39

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to will blake, 06-16-2003 16:39:37

Hi to you all. I've had a Quadractor for a number of years in my barn. I bought it off a guy in Wappingers Falls, N.Y. several years ago. I didn't realize this machine was such an oddity until everyone that walked into my barn an exclaimed,"what the heck is that. I've never seen anything like that before". Anyway, the machine I've got is yellow and in pretty good shape. No dents, the paint is just starting to peel so I pulled off the panels and getting ready to do a paint job. Going to take her out to the parades and fairs next year for some fun. Plan on going through the entire machine over the winter getting it in like new condition.

I've got the same manual you mentioned (red one from North Troy, VT. I'd love to get the manual you all described. I'm really computer illeterate so if you can lead me through this I'd appreciate it. Be glad to pay for the manual and any shipping, etc...

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Pat Cleveland

08-01-2003 20:29:23

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Joe Fontaine, 07-21-2003 14:46:39

Will,
Been really busy. Wanted to get back to you to say Thank You very much! Got it in good shape. Also thanks for the copies of the articles. Did not have them before. Most interesting.

Ran mine in the local Memorial Day Parade and it is currently at the Cattaraugus County Fair here in Little Valley, NY. Ran it in the Veterans Parade at the fair this evening. Lots of comments on her. "What the heck is it", "Do they still make them", "Did you build it yourself" (wish I was so talented), "Where can I buy one". Big hit for both the oldsters and the youngsters. Found out there is another one about 15 miles from here in South Dayton, NY. Going to try to get hold of the owner to swap notes with him.

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jim

12-06-2002 18:12:49

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

my son has a quadractor and the motor is shot. He would like to put a larger motor on iot for more power. Is it possible????

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Todd

11-18-2001 06:44:23

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

I own a 1982 Quadractor as well as a 1980 that I use for parts. The 82 is still a strong workhorse that is used for both light logging and plowing snow in upstate New York.

If anyone is interested I also have copies of articles about the Quadractor and its history that appeared in Mother Earth News when the tractor was being manufactured. I also have copies of the original manuals, some parts, an original plow, and a slightly incomplete three point hitch for sale. Technical advice to keep these quirky machines running is free.

I am really happy to see that there is interest in the Quadractor and I am more than willing to help keep the few remaining tractors alive.

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David Osterhout

09-24-2002 15:25:41

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Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Todd, 11-18-2001 06:44:23

I just recently got my hands on a Quadractor as part of a clean up project. After seeing all that I have read in these links I'm interested in restoring it. It is for the most part complete but missing a hood and I belive the winch is gone. I'd like to get my hands on a manual so I can see what all is and isn't there. Anybody out there help me?

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will blake

02-21-2003 06:46:17

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Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to David Osterhout, 09-24-2002 15:25:41

To Mr. Osterhout (9/24/02) Did you ever get the information on your Quadractor? I have copies of two manuals, that came with my Quadractor, I could mail you copies of those manuals. p.s. I only used the tractor to skid logs, but it worked very well for that. The only exception was in very deep snow. I donot burn fire wood any more,but still have tractor. Thanks Will blake.

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Pat Cleveland

05-20-2003 22:06:54

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to will blake, 02-21-2003 06:46:17

Will Blake,
What is the difference between the two manuals? Do you have any impliments?

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Laird MacDowell

10-10-2001 10:09:55

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

I own a Quadractor that I purchased new in the mid-1980's and used for ten years to log small trees for firewood. The motor is an 8 HP Briggs and Stratton that requires lead additive to the gas. The tractor has a clearance of about 3 feet and logs are straddled and then pulled up with a winch behind the drivers seat, which then give the traction needed to drag the log. Works well.
If you are interested in buying my Quadractor, let me know. I live in Jeffersonville, Vermont.

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Ed (my father sold them)

07-27-2001 21:47:28

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

Yeah, the things were pretty amazing with the load
slung from the center down it allowed them to dig
in and get more traction the more the load
(plowing/pulling) increased. It was touted in the
Mother Earth News magazine as the thing to buy for
the home farmer. It was to be the alternative to
all the big boys, but some stuff at the plant
killed it. The way I heard the story they were
going to license them to be built in China and
when the workers for the engineer/owner of the
company found out, they put the stops on it for
fear the owner would turn them out and pull in all
the rewards for himself. Lots of lawyers can put a
stop to alot of things. Any way the deal fell
through and everyone lost their jobs anyway so the
joke was on them. The wheel construction is
actually a patent of the guy (Spence?) that was
used in aircraft so that they could taxi on their
own. The body was made to flex so that in rough
terrain, if one wheel went up onto a rock or
fallen tree the other three would still be in
contact with the ground. The thing used a
relatively small engine, and it was easy to
maintain. Also the idea was that with the
relatively small wheels/tires all aligned it
actually would do less damage than a tractor with
the two small wheels up front and the big (chew
up your land) tires in the back.If you are looking
for information then the only thing I can do to
help is maybe point out that my dad sold his in
Marble Falls, Texas. There might be someone in
that area with parts or add ons to sell. Also
this was during the years 1980 to 1985 that he had
his dealership, so I'm not positive, but I don't
think they were made in the 60's since they hadn't
been around that long. Maybe as early as the mid
70's since that was the time of Mother Earth News
heyday! If he was still alive he could probably
give you any info on it you needed since he was in
between jobs as an aircraft mechanic (since the
company closed it was tough to stay in business
with no more supply)and he knew almost as much as
anyone about that equipment .

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Rick Larsen

05-29-2001 16:46:36

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

The Quadractor moves 8 times it weight. Weighs 500 lbs, can move 4000 lbs. The wheels are 72:1 final gear ratio, the verticle axels are the same as the nose wheel on a small plane but the gearing allows the power to actually climb up the axel. This allowed it to haul logs, plow, etc. Got a couple of his newsletters from a dealer in MD, Drove one around the yard, fun.

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Keith Hartsell

06-01-2001 09:53:32

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Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Rick Larsen, 05-29-2001 16:46:36

TTrying to find out how many were made-ours runs good but looking for any imformation possible,would like to know when it was built how do you know thanks keith

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Richard L Smith

10-09-2001 06:19:39

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Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Keith Hartsell, 06-01-2001 09:53:32

There were 330 of these made. The serial number is a cast aluminum plate attached to the back of the drivers seat base. Can read it standing in back of the machine. The plate is attached with two riverts and is approx 2.5 inches high and 6 inches long. If you do not have the owners manual there is one for sale at Amazone Books. If I can bwe of further assistance e-mail or call me at 603/ 528-3795. I live in Belmont, NH and have one also. Know of 2 others in my area.

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Laird MacDowell

10-10-2001 10:21:05

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Richard L Smith, 10-09-2001 06:19:39

If anyone is interested I would like to sell my quadractor. I live in Jeffersonville, Vermont and used it for logging trees for firewood for about ten years. The motor needs work (carb) and I have the snowplow attachment and original manual. Could be used just for parts since none are available. Let me know.

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Brendan McClure

10-12-2001 06:15:40

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Laird MacDowell, 10-10-2001 10:21:05

Laird.

How much are you looking to get for your quadractor. I am across the big muddy in NH and might be interested in taking a look at it.

Thank you,
Brendan McClure

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Richard L Smith

10-10-2001 17:48:10

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Laird MacDowell, 10-10-2001 10:21:05

you can call me at 603/528-3795 and we can discuss buying it from you.

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Callie

04-08-2001 13:14:22

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

Inventor: William G. Spence Traction Incorporated was his company. We have the manual that came with the quadractor. It is vage but explains some stuff. We are still trying to figure out the clutching system. if you can help it would be greatly appriciated! thank you

Callie

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Tony Peters

03-10-2003 11:39:32

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Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Callie, 04-08-2001 13:14:22

I'm looking to buy a copy of plans or directions that explain how the reverse belt drive system works on the Quadractor. I purchased
one a few years ago and requires minor repair. There were no belts on the reverse drive portion
and i don't understand how it is suppose to work.
I live in New Brunswick , Canada

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Pat Cleveland

05-18-2003 20:05:53

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Re: Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Tony Peters, 03-10-2003 11:39:32

Tony,
Know its been a while since you posted. Did you get my e-mail about the reverse belts or find a manual?
Pat

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keith hartsell

07-12-2001 18:22:15

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Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Callie, 04-08-2001 13:14:22

Att.Callie ,We also have a Quadractor and we also do not understand the clutching system .Iam still trying to find out imformation on them. Ours runs good and is in good shape but I would like to know what they are worth and how to tell what order it was made in,I understand only 400 were built,were they all the same color and where would you go for parts, I think they could become collectors. PS I just noticed this bulletin,sorry I didn't reply sooner -what do you use yours for,thanks Keith

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Roger Williams

06-02-2001 06:06:02

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Re: Re: Quadractor in reply to Callie, 04-08-2001 13:14:22

Callie
The clutching system basically de-tensions the drive belts. Fully depressing the pedals releases the tension idler on the left or right belt, then engages a braking block on the chosen side. The tricky part is ensuring that the idled pullies are engaging the correct belts when selecting a "gear". Good luck.

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larry

02-28-2001 16:29:49

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Re: Quadractor in reply to Jim Tanner, 02-28-2001 12:42:38

Farm show magazine had a number of stories on them.They (Quadratractor) have been out of bussines for some time. Farm show has a web site.

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