Burntime Posted May 30, 2011 Posted May 30, 2011 Never had an allis b212. No spark, spindles turn but are tight, tank is solid but rusty... I think this one is destined for parts. I have not done a compression test but my guess is lower around 60-70 the way it turns over... The good is a 48 inch deck, the seat is salvageable, wheel is bright, has the deflector on the deck, and tin is straight!
snohiker Posted May 30, 2011 Posted May 30, 2011 ohhh i hate parting them when there that complete if you were closer id make you and offer on it and run it id like to find a b12 for my next one got a 3410 im going to be throwing on Craigs list later on with a 3415h parts tractor to go with it
D10-Allis Posted May 30, 2011 Posted May 30, 2011 Ummmmmm.....looks like a fixer upper to me. wahwahwah
ReedS Posted May 30, 2011 Posted May 30, 2011 Too nice for parts! 'round these parts thats a runner, put a good lung in her and let 'er rip!
HubbardRA Posted May 30, 2011 Posted May 30, 2011 Come on Mike! That is a runner, not a parts tractor. None of mine have looked that good when I first got them.
MikethePlumber Posted May 30, 2011 Posted May 30, 2011 Nice B212, its a keeper! Around here, that one would get fixed for sure.
Burntime Posted May 30, 2011 Author Posted May 30, 2011 If it was a round hood it would join the fleet! The square ones do not do much for me...
Brettw Posted May 30, 2011 Posted May 30, 2011 Does not look like cannibalism material to me. Mike, have you no heart man?!?! }:)8D
MPH Posted May 30, 2011 Posted May 30, 2011 Gotta agree with the masses, that's a keeper or fix and sell for the tractor fund. Just too straight and complete for iron. Paint is not all that bad.
RayS Posted May 31, 2011 Posted May 31, 2011 Do what makes you happy. I use to be against parting out, but if no one did there would be alot of tractors out there that no one would be able to get parts for. Check the compression and go from there.
Burntime Posted May 31, 2011 Author Posted May 31, 2011 Exactly, and we know that few people want to pay 300 for a starter generator, or a few hundred for a carb so the parts usually bring new life to a tired machine...
HubbardRA Posted May 31, 2011 Posted May 31, 2011 You are planning to part out a tractor that looks that good, while I am planning to fix up this one. It is a shame what some people will do to make a quick buck. By the way, I don't need any of your parts. Sell them to someone with no conscience.
Burntime Posted May 31, 2011 Author Posted May 31, 2011 Rod, your pile would sit untouched without the goodies from others.
Burntime Posted May 31, 2011 Author Posted May 31, 2011 C'mon Rod, your getting a little snippy. Why would you have a fit over a tractor. Seriously, have some fun. Thats what the hobby is about.
Vassal Posted May 31, 2011 Posted May 31, 2011 I think you're both nuts!! sm06sm06sm06sm06sm06sm06sm06sm06sm06sm06sm06 Rod, the scope your project is well beyond my skills and knowledge, so I would right that one off. With that said, I have nothing but respect for you and others here that put these things back together. I think this "hobby" would have little meaningful history if it weren't for people with your talent and determination. I thank you for thatdOd Mike, I also respect your position and oftentimes wish I had the wherewithal to make what should be simple decision to keep or part out a project (old cars mostly). After all, it's just sheetmetal and rubber, etc etc. With that said, judging by the pictures, I agree with Ray and feel that machine is a nice looking original. I would be hard pressed to take that one apart wah but I certainly understand the logic. I think the reality of it is that this hobby needs both people/scenarios involved if we want to take things beyond a static museum like atmosphere.
Vassal Posted June 1, 2011 Posted June 1, 2011 Ask not what your tractor can do for you......but what you can do for your tractor.... :Q:Q:Q
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