Horse46 512 #76 Posted July 14, 2015 (edited) I still haven't swaped the motors over as I am still unsure if the 16 is better than the 10. I have an oil leak which could be just a sump plug, need to check that, I have new sparking bits, no time to fit as yet. finger's crossed for Friday.In the mean time I finaly decided that I am going to re fresh the 101, so on the weekend I removed the old decals. I know what you guys are like for original colour paint so I took a couple of pictures as they were coming off. Edited July 14, 2015 by Horse46 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #77 Posted July 21, 2015 Bit of an up date.I have removed the seat unit, rear arches, bonnet/hood and the cover over the gear stick and took them to work and sand blasted them, except the bonnet as it wouldn't fit in the cabinet, I will have to hand sand it.Anyway got them all home and gave them 3 coats of red oxide, and I have just sanded them back ready for some hi build primer.I hope to take the wheels in over the next couple of days and give them the same treatment.The 16hp motor is still under going a good inspection before I make the decision to swap them out, it has an oil leak, but it is so mucky underneath I can't find from where it originates. I will have to get the jet wash out for further inspection.Not much to see really so no pictures this time. Oh forgot to mention, I went to my local car paint shop armed with the photo of the red paint, and came back with a tin of VW Tornado Red, it is bang on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #78 Posted July 24, 2015 Spent the afternoon armed with a rattle can of high build primer and got the rear wheel cover done, the plate between the gears had a reaction so had to do that twice, and i have sanded and primed the hood, both sides.Tomorrow hopefully get some high build on that too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 2,545 #79 Posted July 25, 2015 Sounds like you are making some good progress! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #80 Posted July 27, 2015 I guess I'll be needing some new decals when it's all done? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 2,545 #81 Posted July 27, 2015 looks that way Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #82 Posted July 27, 2015 What kind of a finish would these tractors have had when they were new, could you see any imperfections in the panels?I haven't found a trace of primer anywhere, what paint was it enamel, cellulose ?I don't really want a car kind of finish because I want to use it, but I still want a nice shine.I've spent ages sanding and priming but without the use of filler it's never going to be perfect. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #83 Posted July 28, 2015 (edited) First paint today, top coat that is, I couldn't resist. Edited July 28, 2015 by Horse46 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #84 Posted July 28, 2015 I removed the foot boards, belt guard and opposite side, the front mule drive, ready to take to work to grit blast. It's not really needed but I did the same with the rear wheel arch cover and that has come out really nice, well in the primer it has.It's a lot more work but hopefully it will payoff in the long run. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stigian 1,234 #85 Posted August 2, 2015 The hood looks good Mike, can't wait to see the finished machine Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #86 Posted August 3, 2015 The hood looks good Mike, can't wait to see the finished machine Thanks Ian, I can't wait to see it finished either.I'm not looking for a full resto, but I want to be happy that I didn't skimp anything.its in very good shape under the panels so I'll wax oil them and any other areas that may harbour moisture, should keep her going for a few years longer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 2,545 #87 Posted August 4, 2015 looking very good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheeledhorseman 573 #88 Posted August 4, 2015 RE the finish when new - they were garden tractors and I've come across curtaining and even the odd run in the original paintwork, though usually where it's not too important. Re imperfections, all a matter of personal taste. Many restos end up probably better than new, concourse even. I like to leave the odd battle scar that's part of the tractor's history, and after a few years use the paint finish wears in anyway and it all looks 'authentic' for a 'worker'. Just my opinion. Looks like a good job you've done there.Andy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #89 Posted August 5, 2015 Thanks Andy,iI'm happy to leave the dent and the little marks because this is going to be used, I also thinks it adds a bit of authenticity. Besides I can't see me going to any events with it.I'm never going to get a super shiny finish with rattle cans, as its to hard to keep it wet in a big enough area without getting runs or peel.I'm hoping to get a bit done tonight, so watch this space, or the one I've started in the resto & mods section. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #90 Posted September 3, 2015 Had a package arrive today with a few bits. Rubber gear stick cover, T throttle handle and my long awaited sump gasket a couple of picks to liven up the euro section. Hopefully fit the gasket tomorrow and get the motor in let's hope I haven't celebrated too early. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,549 #91 Posted September 4, 2015 If that's all done with a rattle can then you have mastered the rattle can...LOOKS GREAT!Are the front rims different colors?Mike........... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #92 Posted September 4, 2015 ...and how! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #93 Posted September 4, 2015 If that's all done with a rattle can then you have mastered the rattle can...LOOKS GREAT!Are the front rims different colors?Mike........... Thanks yes all rattle cans, lots of them!in the picture I hadn't finished painting the other wheels, all done now though, the same colour. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #94 Posted September 5, 2015 What can I say, I celebrated to early. when I pulled the sump yesterday I found this little assortment of bits sat in the bottom. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 2,545 #95 Posted September 6, 2015 Oops!looks like a pit of piston skirt, as for the rolled pin? I can't recall one in a kohler... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-101plowerpower 1,605 #96 Posted September 6, 2015 The pin may be a sump locating pin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 759 #97 Posted September 6, 2015 Nice job with the paint. Inclined to agree with Andy on the merits of finish on a Garden Tractor.Unfortunate with the bits found in the Oil Pan. As for the Roll Pin and not having a size comparison in your pic, the only Pins I know of inside Kohlers are the ones that retain Governor weights. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #98 Posted September 6, 2015 Nice job with the paint. Inclined to agree with Andy on the merits of finish on a Garden Tractor.Unfortunate with the bits found in the Oil Pan. As for the Roll Pin and not having a size comparison in your pic, the only Pins I know of inside Kohlers are the ones that retain Governor weights. I have started a new thread in the engine section to get some help. The opinion of the pin is that of the governor, I have no idea what this looks like so I have to take everyones word for it.For some better news, I reinstalled the 10hp for now so I can at least get some seat time on my newly painted pony. Oops!looks like a pit of piston skirt, as for the rolled pin? I can't recall one in a kohler... The piston looks intact Mark, and the bore, could it be possible that the governor weight broke up and fell down the engine without touching anything?The con rod looks a tiny bit bent, my thoughts were maybe the tail struck the bits and broke off? Never that simple though eh!The engine was running fine too, I was really surprised to find all this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muz123 1,191 #99 Posted September 7, 2015 Looks great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse46 512 #100 Posted September 10, 2015 (edited) I managed to get the tractor going tonight, not running properly, (needs choke on or it cuts out) but at least it runs. I had to strip the fuel pump though because the lever managed to release itself, so no vacuum.Here is a pic of my new seat, very comfy with the back rest. Edited September 10, 2015 by Horse46 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
