1934 model D John Deere

Crippledog · Feb 28, 2022

Trying to tighten the 9/16th hex head bolt on the gas carburetor. But I cant get a wrench on the inside bolt. Any suggestions? Thanks

Bobl1958 · Feb 28, 2022

I have taken a 9/16 wrench and cut it short. Then ground off the out sides where the bolt head goes in and you can get it then. Kind of have to hold your mouth just right. Bob

flying belgian · Feb 28, 2022

Yep, what bob said. Go to HF get a cheap wrench and go to work with the grinder.

OregonAaron · Feb 28, 2022

Back when I worked in machine/weld shops we used to keep cheapo harbor freight tools in our roll-aways just for modified one time use tools. Sure is ALOT nicer that trashing quality tools.

unc · Feb 28, 2022

My 37 D has the same setup. I replaced the hard-to-get-at bolt with an Allen bolt. Much easier to get at. Unc

Dave BN · Feb 28, 2022

I buy old tools at yard sales and flea markets in case I have to modify them. Chisels, files, punches and Allen wrenches make good stock for home made tools also.
Dave

flying belgian · Feb 28, 2022

What a great idea unc.

Crippledog · Mar 1, 2022

The Allen head bolt sounds like a winner! I have also tried a old wrench but guess I havent ground it down far enough yet. I really appreciate the advise! Thanks

BarryfromIA · Mar 1, 2022

Pawn shops are a good place to get tools to modify.

Ozlander · Mar 1, 2022

(quoted from post at 20:44:40 02/28/22) What a great idea unc.

Took the words right out of my mouth.

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