Faktory 47

My "free" lawn tractor

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Hoss

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I took some construction debris to the landfill last month. When I was leaving I saw a few mowers sitting off to the side. I asked about them and was told that that's where you throw away old gas powered machinery. They charge you extra for it.

I asked if it was up for grabs and she said I could take one item per paid visit.

I picked this old Murray 42" yard tractor. I figured I could fix it or salvage the motor.

After spending $40 on a battery, $7 on oil and a filter, $23 on a carb rebuild kit, $8 on a belt, $20 on new blades and $80 on two new deck spindles/bearings, she's finished.

I've got $180ish tied up in it. I cut 4 acres today without a hiccup :)
Shes won't be my primary mower but it's a nice cheap backup.

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Laufen

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It looks primed for a custom rattle can paint job. Maybe something P-51 Mustang style.
 
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Hoss

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I've got a 2600psi pressure washer as well. I think it needs a valve job and it'll be good to go.
 

Mac11FA

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I would have sold you a running lawn tractor for $150.
 
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Hoss

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I would have sold you a running lawn tractor for $150.
I could have gotten away with spending less. The cutting deck had a bad bearing and was seized. I went ahead and rebuilt the whole thing while it was apart.
 
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