Simplicity 4040 Powermax Garden Tractor Project Part 3

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In this episode you will see me rebuild the Rear PTO Shaft, remove the wheel hubs and bearings, replace wheel bearings, re-assemble, paint tires, and install wheels back on the tractor.
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[@carlmottola5611]

The fact that you record everything makes putting it back together much easier to remember

[@Isavetractors]

Yes it does, but I never re-watch my videos except when editing.

[@kennethdixon7416]

I like your vids. One trick i use when painting rims with tires still on them. Is to rub vaseline on the tires. its cheap and keeps the paint off the tires. you should try it some day on some old tire and rim you have laying around.

[@jessegreco6818]

Kenneth Dixon that’s a really great trick. I have used the tape method and paint always ends up on tire. One of my tricks is to use flat black paint to do the wheels. 🤠 I have allied this method to the entire tractor as well.

[@lonhoschar1943]

HI Norman: Just a note about bearings. There is a code number/letters on the seal besides the normal number. These will indicate the type of seal and possibly a different physical size . I've run into that problem also. Since then I always compare the size specs. to make sure they also match the old bearing. I usually get all of mine at the local NAPA store and they are good about looking them up and comparing he size to the ones on their book. If they don't have it they will get it in usually within 24 hrs. or less. Digital caliper will get you close enough I got one from Harbor freight for $12 that works pretty good.

[@andrewblack6185]

That's a nice job Norman.

[@mattbrennan8088]

that is looking good. Glad to see the videos your making

[@kylewightman5942]

What a fine machine. That's a really nice tractor.

[@TheTorkerman]

That thing is huge Norman! Love it.

[@oldironsfury]

Looking beautiful 👍👍

[@crankshaftgarage5722]

I don't think I ever clicked so fast when I saw you put out a new video, by the way fantastic job Norman you earned yourself a subscriber!

[@RustyZipper]

Totally turned my day around seeing you upload this!

[@blairguinea6811]

Good job as ever Norman thankyou Sir

[@brianmulligan6239]

Great video serious . I'm learning a lot!

[@dominique4822]

Hi, nice job Norman 😉

[@jeffr0]

Great idea on cutting that flange

[@isaiahshaffer]

A tip on painting rims! Use blank index cards and stick them between the rim and the tire, it’s quick and they are reusable

[@raymondhodge3979]

Awesome looking tractor, I can’t wait to see the next video. Love the channel

[@kenthawkins2418]

Pretty work. Inspiration for me to paint my wheels.

[@RustyZipper]

It all starts with a simple touch up, next thing you know you got your Cub completely disassembled and you’re using body filler to smooth out the cast iron pieces 🤫

[@kenthawkins2418]

@@RustyZipper I'm trying not to get it looking so good that I won't use it. There's a big dent in the rear from the previous owner. Keeping that dent helps!😂

[@jocmarti]

Norman gets more work done with a Crescent wrench than I do with a full set of tools.

[@RustyZipper]

I spend more time looking for a tool I just used 5 minutes ago 🤕🤬

[@fundreamer1]

I own a tire service, I could have got those front tires to seal without the tubes, I know a few "tricks" most don't. LOL

[@tsstn]

Fundreamer1 that is exactly the kind of video we need on KZbin. Do us a favor and make it.

[@chrisdover8014]

Looking good! One trick I've seen with paining rims that have the tires on them is using 3x5 index cards stuck into the bead.

[@RustyZipper]

I’ve always worried that paint would get under an edge. I tape mine to start like Norman but then use masking paper. You can trace the masking paper with a flat object on the rim then cut out the circle but that is too easy for me

[@chrisdover8014]

@@RustyZipper That would be a concern. Every time I've seen it done, the person always had a fairly large overlap to try and prevent it. Ive also heard, but never tried, that tire shine or Armor All can help prevent paint from sticking.

[@wilkersonsmowershop8379]

Looking good norm. I cringed a little when you pulled out the crescent wrench. I try to keep mine in a hard to get to place with the channel locks. That way I won't be so quick to grab em.

[@pjwancafarms-landonwanca3907]

Looks like a mini tractor love the ag tires an u shld add a stake like a tractor just incorperate a muffler somehow

[@dave1135]

Easier way to get the tie rod ends loose from the spindle is to bang on the side of the spindle where the tapered part of the tie rod goes thru, usually a few good hard wacks gets it loose with no damage to the threads or nut

[@좋은세상-w4x]

really cool!

[@jonbaker7500]

i need that entire pto set up for my 9020...

[@Bird76Mojo76]

When painting rims with the tires still mounted on them, a method I've come up with is to go buy some cheap, large notecards. Then air down the tire completely, and insert the note cards in to the bead between the rim and tire. Painting is much easier, and much faster this way.

[@phishy6916]

Hey Norman I know you don't care if the color matches exactly , but I found that the color for Simplicity and Allis tractors is Corporate Orange if anyone is interested.

[@jayrhoads3147]

Like this tractor it looks really solid a new Subaru or Honda would be a great swap for it.

[@jessegreco6818]

Norm, I have an idea. It would be awesome to have links to the parts you use in the videos. I need to get front seals and bearings for some hubs and I would love to be able to click a link and place the order.

[@noahdavis5622]

You need a spud wrench/bull pin in your life

[@gavineiser6602]

Hi- great video. I have the same tractor, except it is the AC 620 version. I was hoping you could tell me where you got a hold of replacement front wheel bearings for this model. Thank you -g

[@caseysir2259]

How much did it cost you to rebuild all that? And how much did u give for the tractor? I found one four hours drive one way from me with bad motor do u think it be with buying for $800? AND I HAVE NO SHOP TO WORK on it so it be harder to fix it up would it still be worth $800 for the body only no motor or attachments

[@dustinpollard6237]

I FINALLY got my Onan running and heads are at machine shop. hopefully i have the valves correct this time. I just need to install these awesome LED lights i got from YOU and kick back and wait for snow!! I have 2 questions if you have time later, does your 4041 have that support bearing on PTO shaft? I have a little wear mark in hydraulic lines and i never saw that support before. 2nd, even my 4041 manual says to "disconnect rear hydraulic hoses to run optional front hydraulic accessory piston". So i can't have the 60 inch front plow and a rear blade on at same time?? My hydraulic uh, valve? (The one the lines connect to inside the dash) has the two seperate areas, basically it's twice the size of that one, which im sure you know what i mean. So could one theoretically use front and back if having that system without damage? Is that warning for the single ones?

[@GreenMeanie101]

I wonder if you could of applied heat to the metal and slipped the bearing in?

[@RustyZipper]

And froze the bearing? That’s how some rear end differentials need to be assembled

[@Isavetractors]

Hindsight is 20/20 doh!

[@kensworkshop5325]

So where does the fluid for the hydro trans go is it the same as the hydraulic fluid

[@bradlomad4597]

I use my palm to ensure grease is in bearings. Never trusted a device for this work.

[@Isavetractors]

These bearing packers will blow your mind! You should try one.

[@LouCFur90]

You have traction tires in a non traction application. The fronts should be turned around.

[@Pickerelpete63]

What kind of tires did you use for the rear? I just got a Powermax 4040 and new rear tires are my first upgrade!

[@Isavetractors]

These are Carlisle truck powers I believe

[@jessegreco6818]

Was it the tire or the wheel / wheel size that caused such a problem on the front? Also, I like flat black paint for wheels 🙂 - zero prep required- haha!

[@Isavetractors]

The tire was unusually stiff. This is the first time I've encountered the 20x8-10 wheel. Everything on the wheel measured right so it could have been a combination of the tire stiffness plus being warped in the warehouse and shipping.

[@jessegreco6818]

isavetractors yeah, the wheel is unusual size on these tractors. I haven’t had to mount tires but I’m about to - kind of worried about it now.

[@subscribenow6606]

where do you find your tractors that you buy

[@outtatime4512]

How many tractors have you restored, Norm, and do you keep them, sell them, or are they customer jobs? I just got a DB Suburban mower. Can you source the wheels?

[@Isavetractors]

I've done over 20 at this point. I have kept them, given them to family members, but about to sell them now too.

[@bubbajoexxx]

USE THE CORECT ROUND FACE BEARING NOT THE FLAT FACE ONE

[@simonhummer910]

What are the dimensions of the tyre and the rims

[@dustinpollard6237]

I was wondering as well, looks bigger than factory suggested 8x16 and im interested too because mine came with 31 inch mud terrains lol i don't want the hi floats.

[@edwincarlsson6686]

How do I identify what koler engine I have

[@RustyZipper]

Send him a picture on Instagram if it doesn’t have any tags or stickers

[@maggs131]

Im suprised you didn't fit the rear hubs with studs. Whoever thought bolts was a great way to mount heavy tires needs a slap.

[@trevs9316]

1st

[@RustyZipper]

Nimbus Nimbus - I do ! 🍪

[@bradcostello9751]

No

[@rclifefucks637]

Junk

[@RustyZipper]

I agree, he shoulda bought a John Deere Sabre from Lowe’s , the plastic pieces and aluminum gears make the tractor lighter and more durable

[@dustinpollard6237]

Junk thats been neglected for more decades than you have been alive, yet somehow exponentially more productive than you?

[@rclifefucks637]

I know the motor and the rear end and the frame Ashley the mower is junk needs to get crashed at the junk yard it is junk totally

[@dustinpollard6237]

Ok. Now use your big words. HOW is it junk? Because "you know it"?Pointing at something and calling it junk, then after being questioned why, pointing again and just say its junk again by calling each individual piece junk, isn't a logical argument. Just because you aren't skilled, talented, or obviously intelligent enough to fix up an old tractor to work for you doesn't mean you have to bring your insecurities here and attack people who can? Are onans hard to work on? Yes, especially at first for inexperienced people, but they've won world wars and kept millions of people safe, warm, and dry for countless hours during the worst times of their lives. The rest of the tractor, ive not a clue why you're calling it junk.

[@dustinpollard6237]

Oh, maybe by "rear end" you mean rear PTO that are often broken on these? 45 years of abuse later? How are you heating your house this winter? Its one of the coldest since the 90s. I bought a "junk" coal stove for 125, worked on it all summer, and fixed it up. October i ripped out the REAL junk, but new, expensive and top of the line pellet stove and put the coal stove in, my floors are rarely below 75 even on 15 degree days and ive not reached even 200 dollars of fuel yet. I would have spent 3 hours a day cleaning and filling the hopper. I would have bought 3 tons of pellets at 225 a pop, just to be cold and sleep terribly because i have to make sure that the pellets didn't back up and shut down the stove with its "top of the line safety features" all night. Just because you can't or don't know how to fix or use something, doesnt mean the product is junk. Don't know why I'm wasting my time, that medical has me wanting to teach lol