The teardown hit some major snags. The axle had rusted and seized the wheels, brake drum and sprockets. I had to cut the axle into several pieces in an attempt to salvage what i could. I found OEM axles priced from $230 to $14.95 new. I guess it pays to shop around. The wheel rims are hopelessly seized on shaft. I've tried WD40, torch, air hammer and good old fashioned beating the crap out of it with a hammer. It looks like I need wheels now too. I've found wheels from John Deere mower is perfect fit, but I am looking for 4 bolt hubs that fit 1"keyed shaft. This will give me more options with nice chrome rims and better tires. If anyone knows a source for hubs that will work, please share. BMI doesnt have what I want. I'm considering a WV blue and gold paint job or Carolina Panthers scheme. I have nice airbrush kit that should help make nice designs.
Last edited by Stread223; 09-03-2014 at 10:45 PM.
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