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I just changed the oil on my mc,when I changed the filter I noticed most of the gaskets were missing. 2 questions. 1st- were can I find new gaskets and seals ect. I have part#'s. 2nd-it has been neglected for a while,how can I clean all that black sludgy oil out of the engine? I have heard from the ...

Hi stan, Great story! Its amazing how far we will go to save the unsaveable. Here's my story. Growing up my father had a bunch of cool toys for me to play with as soon as I was able reach the pedals. He had 2 JD b's(1 for parts and the other to skid logs for fire wood) Two "doodle bugs"For those who...

Thanks Lavoy, That helps.I wasnt sure if it would be worth it if the engine was junk. Now I just have to work on the old guy to get the 420 from him.

Thanks again!---carl.

I looked at a 420 that has been sittin for a few years.The guy has the piston rods and crank shaft out of it.He said he had oil pressure problems. I am trying to get it from him-but I am wondering how much of a pain the engines can be---especially when the bottom has been sitting open 6 inches off t...

does the person that was the 200th user win a prize? Cause I know I could use some parts for my mc.(Great site)!!

I started at half of the adjustment. now its at the end.I didnt know if the plate was weak.
thanks,carl.

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A few weeks back I put my MC together and installed new LH steering clutch's but used my old pressure plate.(here's my problem) After running for a hour or so I had to readjust the clutch.Then adjust it again after roughly the same amount of time. Now Im at the end of my adjustment. Do I need a new ...