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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD UPDATED 12-8-07
« Reply #345 on: January 14, 2008, 08:32:16 am »
Quote from: overkillphil on January 13, 2008, 11:08:30 pm
Thanks for that thorough explanation Tom.  My build (coincidently) is the same Craftsman as yours, however I have picked up some 700's for mine over the past few months.  I was intrigued by your choice of the 350 trans when I read through your build,  but as you say they are hard to find.  In my area, I was lucky to find 700's if that puts it into perspective.

BTW, excellent detailed info and pics. today on your 700 project.  Thank you for taking the time to post all that info for everyone.

You welcome!!! Like I said before...I share stuff that I learn thru my build and experience.

I may not give particulars of my ENGINE out for everyone in the world to know.....some things need to be left in confidence between a racer and their engine support team.

I will do WHATEVER it takes to attract more involvement in the sport of LMR. I'm very happy and thankful with ALL the support I've had over the construction of my build and just want to GIVE BACK and help the "NEW" guy whom may be considering LMR.

Here is the link to the 700 build I posted in the DRIVELINE  section: http://www.heymow.com/index.php?topic=5644.0
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #346 on: March 11, 2008, 04:36:15 pm »
Hello Tom I was wondering what transaxle was in there when you got it,I am looking at a mower just like that a buddie has for sale for $200 it would gie me an extra engine and mabie transaxle.and other parts.I tride to look at it yesterday but I dont think I can tell for shure without taking the transaxle off.Thanks
Larry
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #347 on: March 11, 2008, 04:59:55 pm »
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #348 on: March 11, 2008, 05:11:34 pm »
Thanks Tom.
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #349 on: March 26, 2008, 05:59:09 pm »
Tom Fox,
How long was your steering shaft? My frame is being sand blasted and I would like to start ordering some parts this week.

Thanks,
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #350 on: March 26, 2008, 09:59:25 pm »
Quote from: LTV10 on March 26, 2008, 05:59:09 pm
Tom Fox,
How long was your steering shaft? My frame is being sand blasted and I would like to start ordering some parts this week.

Thanks,
LTV10

I'll get a measurment for ya in the morning!!!



Here are some new pics I took today.....Mower has had its winter updates and changes and ready for the new race season!!!


Rear view showing my new OUTBOARD brake set-up. I'm now running a 10" diamter .250" Junior Dragster rotor w/ MCP caliper



Here is a pic showing my new butt holder-onner the seater support.

Also, as you will see in this and other photo's that I built a DOGHOUSE that covers my tranny and battery.
I seeked approval from JIM WITT (USLMRA TECH MAN) prior to constructing and suggest anyone CHANGING or modifying do so prior to making a change. Also KEEP the emails of your conversation and approval in case it gets questioned down the road.




I also removed all the seat coverings from seat. Installed a .375" piece of high density foam on the seat bottom.
I also got my seat much more forward than when I originally built my racer. Got my seat height down to around 17.750"


Here is a view of command central! Got my $1.00 (closeout at local AUTOZONE) shifter ball on my 700 tranny.

Kinda hard to see, but if you look right above the #6 on the dash you will there see my FRONT to REAR brake bias adjust knob.

Also, to the left of the knob, mounted on the outside of the console, I installed an AUTOMETER PRO-LITE low oil pressure light I had in the garage for years. It is hooked into my oil pressure line and will light-up when my oil pressure drops below 30lbs.




Here you can see my two brakes master cylinders (one for front and one for rear)
You can also see my bias adjuster.

I still need to "TUNE" them in once I get it on a track for test and tune day.


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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #351 on: March 26, 2008, 10:12:17 pm »
very nice work. can tell you really pay attention to detail. everything is so clean
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #352 on: March 26, 2008, 10:22:17 pm »
Looked great before, even looks better now! Great Work!
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #353 on: March 26, 2008, 10:27:35 pm »
Very nice Tom!  Can't wait to see that thing in person.  You making any LONG adventures with it this year?  How about Nationals?   Your just so far to the EAST!  Just mapquested you, your 1200 miles away!

Did I buy a brake caliper off you?  Or was it someone else?  Gold one off a Kawasaki bike?

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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #354 on: March 26, 2008, 10:36:32 pm »
Quote from: cycloneracer on March 26, 2008, 10:27:35 pm
Very nice Tom!  Can't wait to see that thing in person.  You making any LONG adventures with it this year?  How about Nationals?   Your just so far to the EAST!  Just mapquested you, your 1200 miles away!

Did I buy a brake caliper off you?  Or was it someone else?  Gold one off a Kawasaki bike?

Later
Paul

Yea...kinda tough for us NORTH EAST racers!  Last week when I traveled 600 miles to pick up my trailer I spent $150 in fuel!!  I do plan on getting to some NATIONAL races SOMEWHERE!...just not sure where yet!

I sold a GOLD caliper to someone on here....it might have been you!!! Just don't remember whom bought it!! LOL
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #355 on: March 26, 2008, 10:39:00 pm »
Sent you a P.M.!!!!
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #356 on: March 27, 2008, 08:12:23 am »
Quote from: LTV10 on March 26, 2008, 05:59:09 pm
Tom Fox,
How long was your steering shaft? My frame is being sand blasted and I would like to start ordering some parts this week.

Thanks,
LTV10


Tip to tip...it measures 28"
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #357 on: March 27, 2008, 08:27:19 am »
I highly recomend you tight jam nut on the linkage w/o the remote bias cable. IF NOT it will walk out and NO BRAKES.
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #358 on: March 27, 2008, 08:36:51 am »
Already Done! Everything  was just "loose" when I was just setting my initial bias adjustments yesterday.

I love the 700 tranny I have in it now!!!
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Re: CRAFTSMAN B/P BUILD
« Reply #359 on: March 27, 2008, 01:30:49 pm »
Looks great!!!


On the stock transaxle that was in there, do you know threads are on the shift lever??
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