Old Loader ?

Wes · November 16, 2003, 02:20:57 PM

Hi all,
I've been following this site for several month's now,I think it's great.Much more personal then the other one. 8) This is my first posting here, and I'm still learnin this puter thing, I hope it comes out ok.
Does anyone have or know where I can find info. on an LD3? Scoopmobile 4 wd articulated loader? I picked it up last week cheap,pulled the engine and trans to replace some seals and do some gear box repairs. There isnt a data plate on the machine,and I'm not sure what the engine is?
I know this isnt a sawmilling question,but i'm hopeing someone can help.

Fla._Deadheader · November 16, 2003, 02:24:56 PM

Ain't got a clue what ya have there, but, I CAN welcome ya to the forum. Notice ya got one 'o them Orange machines. You should get along fine with the Bibster, :

:D :D :D

D._Frederick · November 16, 2003, 02:38:14 PM

Wes,

The scoopmobiles that I saw during the 50 and 60's were powered with a flat head 4 by Continental.

Welcome aboard.

chet · November 16, 2003, 02:54:16 PM

Welcome aboard Wes. Check this link, if anyone would have a manual these guys would. http://www.jensales.com

chet · November 16, 2003, 02:58:17 PM

Another place to check, http://www.farmtractormanuals.com/miscellaneous_tractor_manuals_7.html

ronwood · November 16, 2003, 04:51:42 PM

Wes,

Welcome to the forum. Sorry I can't help you with your question.

Paul_H · November 16, 2003, 05:57:27 PM

Welcome Wes!

I did a search and found a site that was having a discussion on Scoopmobiles.I'll post a link and hope that it helps.

Scoopmobile

Scoop

Frank_Pender · November 16, 2003, 06:56:29 PM

Welcome a board, Wes. Sounds like you have a real project on you hands. I sure with the help so far you will soon be on your way getting your new fixer upper back to work.

raycon · November 17, 2003, 06:43:16 AM

Maybe http://www.ytmag.com

Wes · November 18, 2003, 08:28:51 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome and all the useful information everyone. I havent had a chance to check out all the sites yet but they look interesting.Once I get all the info. and get the loader up and running I'll post a photo of it,I'ts a strange looking thing but it grows on you. ;D
Thanks again.
Wes.

Paul_H · November 18, 2003, 10:07:05 PM

I'm looking forward to the pictures.It sounds like a neat old loader.
I have a MF55 loader for the mill,and haven't had much luck in finding information on it.Did find a source for tranny parts in Montana.

Wes · November 19, 2003, 06:40:11 PM

Paul_H.
I found an excellent source for old trans. parts in Cal.
its called Valley Gear & Transmision, they ID'd my trans. and have all the parts on the shelf. I will only be replacing some
thrust washers ,one bearing and a seal, I will have to do without granny gear as it would cost me about $500. more,I dont think I'll really need it with the two speed transfer case.
When I drove it 2'nd was really low.

Wes.