Paper belt pulley question

Dan MD · May 21, 2012

Is it a good idea to not get these wet? I need to wash my tractor and wondered if I should cover it or remove it. Sorry if this is a dumb question.

Thanks,
Dan

sflem849 · May 21, 2012

I wouldn't get it wet on purpose, but a little rain won't kill it.

If I were washing the tractor and I had a choice I would cover it with a plastic grocery bag.

WOpp · May 21, 2012

Rain will not hurt those pulleys if they are in reasonably good condition. Most of those tractors never saw the inside of a barn exept when they needed repair. My W9 sat outdoors all its life and the pulley is still good working condition. Wash it if you like it will be fine.

teddy52food · May 21, 2012

Give it a coat of linseed oil.

Janicholson · May 21, 2012

I agree, I would cut the first coat with 25% charcoal lighter/paint thinner. then when dry (about 24 hrs), or soaked in, I would put it on full strength. Warming it with a blow dryer (not the diluted material, and not a heat gun) will assist in the penetration. (it can be wet after the first application. Jim

Paper belt pulley question

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