Help with manure spreader

[jen judkins]

I found a pretty inexpensive used 25 bushel spreader nearby and will go see it tomorrow. I need some help figureing out what I’m looking at and would appreciate any tips to assessing its usefulness. I’m not that mechanically minded, so am not prepared to do any serious renovations. That said, I know some guys who could probably be persuaded to do some work if it seems like a super deal. I was planning to have them run it for me so I could at least see that it works…or not.

There is a small photo, but I can’t see too much. Its about half way down the page. Maybe someone will recognize the make. Thanks. Jennifer.

http://www.itsclassified.com/ic/listAds.htm?page=1&FORMITEM_CATEGORY=28

[Does’ Leap]

Jen:

Check the wood on the floor and sides of the spreader. The tip of a pocket knife will tell you if it’s solid or a bit punky. Next, check the condition of the bed chain and angle iron that brings the manure toward the beaters that spread it. The chain might look a little rusty, but should otherwise be solid. Then you can check the drive chains that go from the wheels to the bed chain and beater. Finally the beater shaft (on the back) and the bed chain shaft should be straight and well aligned.

Good luck.

George

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