Time to start another one

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

The grass has slowed down here so I decided to tear another one down. This is not going to be a restore but just a cleanup and new paint on the sheet metal and a 14 horse Kohler. I always wanted a gray one and found this one this spring.

It was filthy and very greasy.

A little degreaser and a Power Wash and it cleaned up fine.

And some new shoes for the back, Going on 520 wheels.

Got to get to the blaster tomorrow and do the wheels and get some paint on.

I hope to get some painting done before old man winter comes.

Just have to hope time permits,

Oh and I ordered the decals from Terry at the show and they arrived shortly after.

Top quality as usual.

 

 

 

 

 

 

[312Hydro 473]

I'm sure it's going to look great when ya getter done!One of the nicest restorations I've seen was a Work Horse. :handgestures-thumbupright:

[AMC RULES 36,945]

Definitely like it.     

Very cool  project. 

             

[Sparky-(Admin) 19,540]

Nice! But why the "twin" decals   ? You mentioned a 14 Kohler going in...........got a secret   ?

Mike..........

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

Nice! But why the "twin" decals   ? You mentioned a 14 Kohler going in...........got a secret   ?

Mike..........

They were part of the package Terry sent. The standard items probably. They will not be used.

[JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487]

Jack. Good choice on the grey. One of the members sold one a few months back. He did a spruce up like your doing. Looked sweet. Sold fast. Around 500 was his price. Caught my eye. Can't wait to see yours.

Glenn

[Jparkes43 329]

this WILL be good!!

 

james

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

Got a little more done lately but not much. The grass has started growin again just like it was Spring. Wheels blasted and painted and tires on. I must say I am a little disappointed in the fit of the tires for 10.50's. On 520 wheels they look small. I think I did read on here where Deestones run small but the price was fantastic. On to the sheet metal next I guess.

[Geno 1,928]

Wow, that looks really nice!  

[Racinbob 10,276]

That's looking great. I like those gray tractors. I had a GT100 that I bought new and slapped a spare 48" deck on it. The 11hp B&S handled it fine. I always said I would just replace it with a Kohler when it blew but it was like the Eveready Bunny. You have a great plan putting that Kohler 14 on it.

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

All day rain here so its a sheet metal strippin day. Got these 3 pieces done and the big belt guard and the fender pan are well on there way. Saving the hood for last. Gosh how I hate to do them.

[Geno 1,928]

Parts look good Whishin, how are you stripping them?

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

Parts look good Whishin, how are you stripping them?

Stipeze stripper, sandblaster and the DA.

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

Time to put the sheet metal back on. I went with a bright silver instead of the gray.

[Geno 1,928]

Really nice color, can't wait to see it all together. 

[JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487]

Jack. Re the bright silver....why not. Looks great.

Glenn

[Racinbob 10,276]

"This is not going to be a restore but just a cleanup and new paint on the sheet metal and a 14 horse Kohler." Your comment in the first post. Geez!! It's looking great. Just what would you do with a full 'restore'?

[Geno 1,928]

Can't blame a guy for getting carried away can we Bob?    

[km3h 543]

That looks very nice. You are doing a great job. Those foot rests look like they were never used. Not a blemish or rust spot on them.

[Racinbob 10,276]

Can't blame a guy for getting carried away can we Bob?    

Sure can't. As much as we all love red those grey ones sure look good. Now bright silver. I can't wait to see the finished tractor.

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

And a little more done today. I had to do some work for my Dad this weekend so garage time was really tight.

 

[Martin 2,130]

looking good Jack!!!  

 

all you guys building the 80s and 90s shape tractors are giving me some heat here. do i have to start on another one?

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

looking good Jack!!!  

 

all you guys building the 80s and 90s shape tractors are giving me some heat here. do i have to start on another one?

As soon as you get your wind back from the 416 restore, yes you do.

[Geno 1,928]

I'm really liking that silver. 

[Wishin4a416 2,185]

Ready for some Satin Black on the grille 2mar after a little scuffing. Its the first day for awhile to be above 70 so I better git' er done.