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A recent posting of mine indicates the same problem. Wishing to post two items I had on paper, I scanned them to document files. There was no way I could manage to either drag the files over to the CTOA reply area nor could the files (opened) be cut and pasted to the CTOA reply area. I did manage to drag a Google web site reference from one of their search pages to the CTOA reply area on another thread.
The CTOA reply area tool bar has a provision for pasting as plain text. This would not work. The bar also allows pasting from word – but – this computer came with Microsoft Works and not Microsoft Word.
I write a column for a local paper and it was the same problem in that they use Miocrosoft Word which would not recognize the Microsoft Works chosen format, wps. After trying other avenues, I found that sending out my articles in Rich Text Format works fine with Microsoft Word at the newspaper office. Likewise, nobody else has complained of not being able to open what I send in RTF.
To get to the RTF program, once my article is done, I hit the “File” drop down menu, then the “save as” option. A box will appear at the bottom wherein a subject can be entered. By default, Microsoft Works saves the article in the wps. format. At this point, move to the next line down marked “Save As Type”. A drop down will appear giving the choice of a number of formats. Simply chose “Rich Text Format”. Photos and scans of documents are converted to JPEG. This is seldom a problem for recipients.
Possibly this site can be engineered to accept this approach. As Aubrey indicates, it would be helpful to move outside material to the CTOA pages.
Bootlegger
Bob, Halifax, and Tinbender:
Many thanks to you all for your input on the subject of Pusher Fans.
Bootlegger
Found a link to an up to date grease compatibility chart. Open the link and scroll down to figure #4. You will probably have to adjust the size to read OK. Sorry for the inconvenience.Found via Google search entering “IEEE Kansas City – Grease Compatibility” Info from Precision Lubrication.Bootlegger[PDF]
32-2-38 bpnotebook 6-08File Format: PDF/Adobe Acrobat – Quick View
Grease Institute, Kansas City, Mo., pp. 1.09-1.12. 2. Mang, T., and Dresel, W. ( 2007), … CONTINUED FROM PAGE 37. Figure 4. Grease compatibility chart.
http://www.precisionlubricatio…..actice%206. Grease%20Construction%20and%20Function.pdfThe IEEE site and Chinese site have disappeared…I apologize for not checking first. Bob's site is still on line.
I have scans of the two articles but have not been able to cut and paste to this thread. Paste as plain text (above) will not do it, my computer does not have word. (above) Likewise, the material will not drag from my document file to this page.
While on the subject of fluids, grease is not exactly a fluid but something worth consideration. My Jinma operation manual says to use ZFG-2 calcium base compound grease. One might assume that the tractor came from the factory with this type of grease.
I am not sure if the formula is the same, calcium soap base grease is described on web site: http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/…..sld007.htm. My print out was done in 2003, I believe Bob's site is still on line. Bottom line is that calcium based grease is a cheapo with water as an essential ingredient.
At a site relating to grease compatibility, we learn that grease consists of a lubricant (usually oil) anda carrier, or base. The carriers are not always compatible which can lead to a dog and cat fight between the carriers resulting in damage to your equipment.
A grease compatibility chart can be found at http://www.ieee-kc.org/library…..compat.htm. This chart lists 10 carriers and tells you what greases mix, what do not and what is borderline. My print out on this site was also done in 2003.
After studying, I finally settled on Citgo RT Lithoplex, NLGI #2. (Red) So far, it has stood the test of time with no adverse effects. Lithium Complex and Lithium are listed as compatible with the calcium base grease.
To attempt to balance somewhat, go to http://www.china-haucheng.com/ecp.htm to read about the “excellent” qualities of the calcium base product. The spelling is atrocious suggesting that the article was authored in China. Take it for what it is worth if fhe site is still up. I will stick with Bob and the IEEE. Another 2003 print out.
When it comes to front bearings, it would be wise to re-pack rather than add. When it comes to the chassis, you can force out part of what is there. Rear bearings and water pump are another story.
Perhaps others have some better ideas.
While on the subject of fans, last year, a couple of the metal blades on mine decided to go their own way. Off to the radiator repair shop. One blade even managed to put a slice in the top section of the air filter. How it got over the top of the radiator is beyond me. Luckily, my head is still attached. The engine is a TY-290 on a model 200 Jinma.
A new blade was ordered. It turned out to be genuine plastic and I wonder how long it will be before part of it will be in outer space.
Bob Rooks could do us a favor by giving us some more insight into the “pusher fan” mentioned in his posting. ie: description, mounting, where one can be found, cost, etc. I presume that this has an electric motor.
Thanks. Ward Boote a/k/a “bootlegger” near Wyalusing, PA in the Heart of the Endless Mountains.
