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1974 C-160 Semi-Restoration

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Woodsman

This was a non-running tractor I picked up last fall. I rebuilt the carb and it now runs like a top. I replaced part of the steering (Thanks Dave) and then decided to clean it up. One thing led to another and here I am three months later. Red paint is Valspar Restoration Series. I love the color but the spray cans were tough to work with. More than once I had to strip and start over. Wheels are Valspar Almond and tires were done with Miller Tire Paint. Thanks for the tip on that excellent product! For the finishing touch, I added some seat springs donated by Cole's dad. Thank you Kevin! I'm finally sitting up and back - making the ride so much more comfortable. Thanks to everyone for all the tips and advice.

Here's the starting point:

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The start of teardown

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The finished product Just waiting for the last decals.

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Horse'n Around

Wow that turned out terrific, You did a great job on it John. I have been thinking about putting a set of seat springs on my Raider too, what with my broken back I think it will be a great improvement over how it came. Well done :hide:

John

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Irv

Nice work!!!! Where did you get the foot pad material?

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massey

Good job, love those C-160's :hide: .

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can whlvr

real nice lookin tractor,makes me want to do my 75 160 auto

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chris11

Wow that came out great. nice job............

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mavfreak

look really good!

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tbbahner

Very NICE!

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corn53

Aren`t the 73 16 autos great tractors!!! :hide: Wow its in great shape!!! Looks awesome!!! :WRS:

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stoneman

Don't remember EVER seeing a nicer looking C-160. And that is a sweet view from the captains chair! VERY nice.

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earlleecliffton

Nice job !!!

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Woodsman

Thanks for all the compliments. It means a lot coming from you guys. I got the foot treads at Harbor Freight. Here's a link

http://www.harborfreight.com/self-adhesive...read-98856.html

On another note, an observant member has corrected me on the model of my tractor. It isn't a C-160 but rather a 16 Auto. Guess I learned something new today.

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dobeleo

Wow, that tractor looks awesome!

Makes me want to get back to work on mine!

Dan

Shorewood, Il

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Forest Road

Looks great!!! Happy to hear you're a much more comfortable WH owner! Glad I could help!

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corn53

I love it!!! Gotta get mine 2 look like that!!! Great job!!! :hide:

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JimD

Beautifully done. Calendar material right there. :hide:

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312Hydro

Very nice work,looks great! :hide:

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Ken B

I agree, very nice!

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Mike in Esko

Very, very nicely done!

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gwgdog66

Sweet!! :hide:

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btrrg1969

looks like new

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