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  1. 14 points
    2 more days then we will all be big kids in the candy store lol. Wish safe travels to everyone going
  2. 13 points
    As much as I like the garden tractors, I have a few and have own probably literally 100s over the years, I always wanted a bigger tractor. My first choice would be a John Deere two cylinder one, like a H, M, 40, or maybe a L or LA, but most I've seen are above my budget, and most of the ones that I've seen for sale, except the L and LA which hardly ever come up for sale, are tri-fronts, which I hate. My second choice has always been a Farmall Cub, preferably the earlier red standard ones. So, I have been on the hunt for one. I've seen and drove several over the past several weeks. I narrow it down to a '52 and a '47. I ended up choosing the '47 mainly because of the owners. They are an elderly couple who are now developing health related issues. They have the Cub and a Farmall M that they take to shows and parades, but now have to quit and sell off their tractors. He is a retired mechanic, so the tractors are in great shape, cosmetically and mechanically. He is going deaf and she is now in the early stages of Alzheimer's. She fell and hit her head on the M at their last show, so they knew it was time to stop. They are a great couple, honest, and really nice people. I felt like I would be honored to own their little Cub and so the choice on which one I would buy was really influenced by them. I know you shouldn't be influenced by emotion when purchasing things, but it just felt right. I found a couple of tractors that had wheel weights, implements, and attachments, but the tractor had to be right. I can always buy implements over time when they become available, plus I'm just north of JP Tractor Salvage in Fredricktown, Missouri which has the rear wheel weights for $65 a set, and I have a set of the front wheel weights that I have been using on the rear wheels of my garden tractors. JP has plenty of implements and/or can get them in as they get new inventory all the time. 1947 was the first year of the Cub.
  3. 9 points
    On the road to the big show !!! Who else is on there way ? Mods feel free to move if not in appropriate spot .
  4. 9 points
    Loaded and ready for the big 35 mile journey Thursday morning. Oh, I did remember the SIGN, Howwwwarddddd !!!! Woops, no lights on the wagon .... time for a new set.
  5. 8 points
    Or drive on down to York and take the Harley Davidson Tour, then drive on down to Felton and help me finish loading and getting the new lights on the WH wagon. I'll have the burgers on the grill Jeff.
  6. 6 points
    Don't want to be "stoned" off this site but wanted to show you the last restoration (working tractor) I finished with a Sears Suburban SS15 which was covered but in the "woods" for 20+ years. Was totally worth the effort and the thump of the OLD B&S 15 is a Joy...... Here's some Before and Afters Everything from the carb to the transmission need work but it was and is a solid as a rock......!
  7. 6 points
    So before parking the ol horse I took a couple pics of its glory. I haven't rode it since before I put the massey weights on. I took it around the yard, then on the road down and back a few times for exercise, then put it back in the shed and wiped her down.
  8. 6 points
    I talked to Steve yesterday and he is indeed not going to be there. He missus us already as we will miss him.
  9. 6 points
    Be safe everyone and have fun. Even though I about cut the miles in half I'll be missing it this year . I've already made it clear that I'm going next year. I'll be looking forward to seeing tons of pictures.
  10. 6 points
    After some mild discussion (ARE YOU OUT OF YOUR MIND!!! YOU'RE GOING WHERE!!!!) and the doctor's approval, I'm going to be taking a day trip to the Show on Friday. Bringing my 856 to ride around on. It's a little over 3 hrs each way so I'll probably leave before cruise night. But I plan on being there. YAHOO!
  11. 5 points
    100% weather forecast; light during the day followed by increasing darkness during the evening. It never misses!
  12. 5 points
    The 5 day on Weather.com is cloudy with twenty percent chance of rain all the show days. https://weather.com/weather/5day/l/USPA0131:1:US
  13. 5 points
  14. 5 points
    War wagon is loaded and ready to roll out! Heading to the annual big dinner in Chambersburg on Wednesday. Might as well stop in and check the activity at Faitgrounds as long as I'm in the area:-)
  15. 5 points
    Like I said in a early post ...I'm staying at a holiday inn express so when I wake up I can be whatever I want . I could be a old dinosaur but he never shipped my any of his magic brew ...so it looks like I be serving mad dog 20/20 ....
  16. 5 points
    Well he's not but I hope to be able to connect with him via Skype Wed. night. Depending on signal and my I-pad functioning properly.
  17. 5 points
    Come on up (or down) to Chambersbug Comfort Inn now Super 8 around 8 PM. 4 of us will probably be out side tail gatin!
  18. 5 points
    Well it is too far and I am too old, but I would really like to meet you guys - hope you have a great time...safe travels...
  19. 5 points
    Clothes and pillow into the truck tomorrow AM I'm off. WH nut dinner & meeting Wed night in C-Burg!
  20. 5 points
    Loaded the truck yesterday and will load the trailer today then on the road Wednesday morning. Three days of putting faces and real names with the "weird guys that play wit tractors" (my wife's quote) and swapping stories in person.
  21. 4 points
    You bringing a canopy? I 'll have room under my 12 x 12 if you aren't. Or if anyone else needs shade.
  22. 4 points
  23. 4 points
    @Ed Kennell Ed I can't tell if you just are returning from an auction or loading up to sell your stuff to make room for another horse. I will see you , Jeff , Squonk and the rest of the guys and ladies on Friday. Don't sell everything before I get there. What time does the Show start on Friday?
  24. 4 points
    It will take a couple of us to make up for @stevasaurus not being there, unless he was just yanking our chain!
  25. 4 points
    When I had my Goldwing, I made it a tradition to drive up to Sodus Pt. on the Lake Ontario shoreline the day before leaving and get a couple of hots and mac salad and sit on the beach and just enjoy the breeze. 3 yrs. ago I went up there and the place was closed!!! So I had to make up a new one. so from now on it's a drive to Lyons to the Hot Dog Caboose and get my dogs and salad. Even met an extra dog named Teddy!
  26. 4 points
    I am going to load up tomorrow and head up Friday morning, can't wait to meet all you guys ! I didn't know you lived in Felton, that is cool I live in hellam but keep all my wheel horses at my grandpas farm in Felton I am there a few times a week.
  27. 4 points
    Heading down Thursday evening myself. I can't wait!!
  28. 4 points
  29. 4 points
    Well I am jealous. Y'all have a grand time and take plenty of pictures!
  30. 4 points
    I'm mostly loaded. I just have to put my tractor on the trailer tomorrow night
  31. 4 points
    I am going to start to load up this afternoon myself after work.
  32. 4 points
    Guess all our wife's think that
  33. 4 points
    10-4 Jim .... I think this year I'll just park my chair next to Howard and nap...
  34. 4 points
    Not original and not OSHA approved
  35. 3 points
    Just wondering how many of you remember the old Swisher lawn mower, one of the first zero turn mowers on the market. These machines had two speeds with a single front wheel drive, to go in reverse you simply turned the steering wheel 180 degrees. I've owned a couple of these, they were neat little machines that were a blast to drive. Down falls were, no adjustment on the deck height, and the deck was part or the chassis so it did not float. Well with retro styling being so popular, I guess Swisher has decided to jump on the band wagon. For the low low price of $3400 you can now own a retro swisher zero turn with a 32" deck. Personally I think that they went a lil over board on the price, but it's kinda cool that they brought the old styling back.
  36. 3 points
    Can't you get a better pic than that? I have been drinking a glass of wine but I have to say that it is not the wine rather a burry pic.... If I am wrong then it is the wine... lol
  37. 3 points
    Ha, i was thinking of trying to make a side car for the bike tomorrow but doubt time will allow for that.
  38. 3 points
    Thanks for the welcome! Here are a few pictures.
  39. 3 points
    I think the weather is incentivizing Thursday over Friday. safe travels all. Cya there!
  40. 3 points
    I hope it rains pitchforks & hammer handles and you guys get soaked and ....naw just kidding & jealous ...have fun n get lots of pics & drive safe!
  41. 3 points
    @elcamino/wheelhorse party starts when ever you arrive...gates open 9am Thursday .
  42. 3 points
    I thought that big one in the middle wasn't coming Mike???
  43. 3 points
    @squonk ...Coming from Michigan and staying in Shippensburg , arriving tonight .
  44. 3 points
    Got the upright arm installed
  45. 3 points
    I believe that on yours the pedal on the left side only places lever in neutral position, it's really not a brake. I am not sure about the GT 14, but I also have a c165, that that same pedal is also a brake. It has an actual brake band. There is really no brake on the Charger 12.
  46. 3 points
    Looks for this kid on this one. Has black wheels now along with a few modifications and says "Bo's Hot Rod" on the back
  47. 3 points
    I spent time off and on the last few days working on Emory's Lawn Ranger. I just have to rig an old push mower tank I have until I can find a gas tank. He wanted me to take his picture sitting on it and post it up. He's planning on bringing it to the big show with us - one happy boy!!
  48. 3 points
    The Ponds cast that there so 45 years later a bunch of guys would be sitting around going "wonder what that notch is there for?"
  49. 2 points
    I'm bringing my dad's old 502, I just don't think I have the time to work with it. I have to choose my projects. The deck looks in really good shape. He used it with a blade. It will run, it just needs some work. Also an extra deck suspension and gears.
  50. 2 points
    Jeff, I've got to give it to Emory. He's never complained about having trouble with his right side, but is willing to do anything to get more use of it and driving his tractors is one heck of a motivator!!
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