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Those mirrors look like regular GM tripod and camper mirrors to me. Maybe not OE, but the cheaper aftermarket ones. You should be able to find those at NAPA, or just about any auto parts store. I'm busily replacing the passenger side ones with something more useful, but that's because I'm fond...

I recall reading that there were 2,800 FLU419s made, and 290 FLU10344s. What I didn't remember was to recommend that you PM me for Cody's phone number when you need a SEE shipped. He brought my latest shipment and is familiar with the vehicles and has lots of experience with transporting...

Ah, you found our own General Hood. Except on eBay.

Can't speak for the General, but in my case that'd be a 140-mile drive. One way. I'm guessing that his situation may not be much better. But Greyhound is indeed a good way to get some items shipped. I got a hardtop (for a car) from St.Louis, MO, that way, and it arrived in great shape.

Welcome to the crazy world of FLUs, MSMOG. And yes, do give the old batteries a try, starting with low amperage and for a long time. Several days, if not weeks. Desulfation would be very helpful, too. Generally I have had good luck with battery revival, but the two that came in my (formerly)...

Thanks for that suggestion, Mr. SEE. Looked at the strainer a couple of days ago, which has been soaking in gasoline for months, and it looks no different than when I put it in there. White vinegar is now on the shopping list.

In either case, I would look at the date code before buying. With radials' limited life span (whether they're being used or not) I always buy the youngest tires possible.

Peakbagger, I have the screw(ed) type pump, but since it seems to be working well enough, it can remain in place for now. For a counterweight, I planned on using the backhoe's lower mounts and the "tow tab" to make a 3-point setup of sorts and hang something heavy on it. Yes, it will add a bit...

Stubbornness, FOD, stubbornness. I had given up, too, but decided to try the priming/bleeding procedure a few more times before calling it a day. It was getting dark, and I didn't want to spend the night awake, wondering what was wrong. About the only tip I can give you is that I filled the...

Go ahead and shudder, Skid. I cleaned out over a mile of irrigation ditches with the SEE. Of course, cleaning them out (although I doubled the depth in most parts) is different than digging one out from scratch. And that the ground is largely flat doesn't much matter when straddling existing...

Skid, that Titan piece is near perfect for our loaders. At least I never found anything affordable that would match it. Still, it's a good idea to check it for being square and straight. One end on mine was a bit off, but not in a way that matters. And once everything is installed, that...

Hey, that one has privileges - it gets to stay in the house. For now, anyway. Some progress to report today, of interest to those who like the idea of a quick attach adapter on the loader. It still needs a few minor tweaks, and finish welding, but it all seems to work. If the snowblower will...

Hey, I've been waiting for my starter for much longer than you have, buddy. I think it's partially because General Hood is buried in work, and whatever little time he has left is spent painting and waxing his SEE. Thankfully, my SEE came with all the tools and bits, but they show up on eBay...

So the welding should be done during the summer, in Arizona or Texas, then slowly moved North?

Ah, ductile iron. Sorry, I overlooked that simple fact (and I have never welded anything to diff housings or steering knuckles for that very reason...except when I had to). Wonder if it's thick enough to allow drilling and tapping. If so, six or eight bolts should hold that bracket on fairly...

He's on probation now. Not allowed to get near a FLU for at least the next 48 hours. Which is okay, as he has to finish building a 3-point generator mount and construct some sort of spreader bar for the crane.

Yes, it's removable. Only a bracket is welded to the dipper, then the thumb's parts are pinned on. After reading peakbagger's post I checked the Titan website to see if there were any thumbs available. Only looked at one before I posted. Went back and saw that there are several sizes. Apparently...

Titan has universal weld-on thumbs, the one I looked at is a reasonable $200 with free shipping. Could be worth looking into considering your needs.

Dismal progress report, and a stern warning. Had to use the HMMH today, so while it was out anyway, the decision was made to put "HMMH II" into the garage in its place. Drained the JP8 (?) out of the tank yesterday and refilled with fresh diesel, so all that remained was to switch the left...

Hey, I'm pleased to learn that someone here is sensible. A telehandler is far more useful in the real world. Of course, once (when/if) I get a quick attach setup made for the crane and can use the tractor's fork attachments, it'll become sort of a telehandler. And thanks a lot for reminding me...