truckin88 104 #51 Posted June 13, 2015 Steve was the original engine savagable? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #52 Posted June 13, 2015 Will-The po told me the original engine had a carb issue. I plan on figuring it out and pulling it on the shelf for a back up on the 4 that I have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
truckin88 104 #53 Posted June 14, 2015 I have an extra carb and coil for a 520 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #54 Posted June 15, 2015 This afternoon I changed the engine wiring harness and also a few other electrical upgrades... Thanks to Jeff for helping make sense of the wiring diagram. She is a runner and a strong runner. I had to swap over the drive pulley on the engine with the smaller 8 speed pulley. It has the typical Onan surge. Pulled carb top off and it was a little dirty. Need to fix that but she runs and drives and the motor seems very strong. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,846 #55 Posted June 15, 2015 Throw a seat and some lights on it and call it good. Looks like a Hot Rod! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,941 #56 Posted June 16, 2015 Does look good just sittin' in the barn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #57 Posted June 16, 2015 I am pretty sure this motor was worked on a one time. It sounds really strong and you can tell the exhaust is crisp. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cutlas3391 776 #58 Posted June 16, 2015 This thing came apart using air tools in all of 30 mins. My best time was 40 minutes taking one apart but that was after a 24 old pb blaster bath! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #59 Posted June 16, 2015 Looks good Stevie boy but c'mon now, get them tins done! What's takin so long already! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #60 Posted June 16, 2015 i know going to drop them off at sanblaster today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #61 Posted June 16, 2015 Did a "proper" cleaning of the carb and blew out all the passages and it now runs correct with no surging. Tins got dropped at sandblaster today. It things go right I will be painting them this weekend !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #62 Posted June 18, 2015 My sandblaster got these tins turned around in less than 1 day. Picked them up after work today and got them in primer. There is a bit of bodywork required before I paint. I just ordered more valspar hardener. By the end of the weekend I hope to have it ready for paint. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #63 Posted June 18, 2015 Steve, nice job. Turning it into a sweetheart. Cant wait to see you paint it.Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #65 Posted June 19, 2015 Got some filler on it this afternoon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,114 #66 Posted June 19, 2015 Is it coming to the show? I might need something to ride Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #67 Posted June 19, 2015 While this one will be ready before the show I am hoping it will not be coming. I am planning on filling the truck with parts to sell and only 3 tractors of which two are riders and one will be my restored 55'. My boy will be running around on the 59' RJ and i will be riding the restored C160. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,021 #68 Posted June 19, 2015 While this one will be ready before the show I am hoping it will not be coming. I am planning on filling the truck with parts to sell and only 3 tractors of which two are riders and one will be my restored 55'. My boy will be running around on the 59' RJ and i will be riding the restored C160. That is as long as he passes Wild Bill's driving class ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #69 Posted June 19, 2015 Meanwhile, back at the ranch...While Steve is busy trying to pedal his wares I'll be off snaggin all the deals... I'm off this coming week and I have LOTS of things to do. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #70 Posted June 19, 2015 (edited) Meanwhile, back at the ranch...While Steve is busy trying to pedal his wares I'll be off snaggin all the deals... I'm off this coming week and I have LOTS of things to do. Ken-I am trying to get the boy to sell the stuff for me. He is already telling me that he wants 50% if he does... He is learning.. Most of what I am bringing will be priced to sell without much dickering so anyone of our usual crew (Russ, John, etc) can move it for me. I guess I may have to give them a cut too Edited June 19, 2015 by stevebo 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #71 Posted June 20, 2015 Ready for wet sanding and a final priming/filling prior to paint. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #72 Posted June 20, 2015 Git r done Steve. What happened, you run out of rusty metal primer? I might consider selling some of your wares for a barter... I'm thinking maybe a cigar, or two 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,941 #73 Posted June 20, 2015 (edited) Getting close to completion now Steve...see the new custom Xi decal design Terry is offering? http://www.redoyourhorse.com/tractor-kit-of-the-month/I imagine, something similar for the 500 series would be pretty sweet too. http://www.redoyourhorse.com/520-h-wheel-horse-decal-set/http://www.redoyourhorse.com/520-h-gold-and-black-decal-set/ Edited June 20, 2015 by Big Show or Bust. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #74 Posted June 20, 2015 Getting close to completion now Steve...see the new custom Xi decal design Terry is offering? http://www.redoyourhorse.com/tractor-kit-of-the-month/I imagine, something similar for the 500 series would be pretty sweet too. http://www.redoyourhorse.com/520-h-wheel-horse-decal-set/http://www.redoyourhorse.com/520-h-gold-and-black-decal-set/ Craig-Terry already sent me the new decals.. Thought I was picking them up at the show however I guess Terry decided to give me a little "push" by sending them to my house... lol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #75 Posted June 20, 2015 Wow Steve, theres no grass growing under your feet. Fast and sweet.Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
