WNYPCRepair 1,875 #51 Posted August 31, 2015 And how are the front ags in the snow? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #52 Posted August 31, 2015 Couldn't tell ya lol..just got this one from slammer a few days ago, doesn't run. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,875 #53 Posted August 31, 2015 Couldn't tell ya lol..just got this one from slammer a few days ago, doesn't run. Oh, sorry, I meant the ones on AMC Rules' tractors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #54 Posted August 31, 2015 Ohhh, "smack" wake up Brian lolThink I may have inhaled to many gas fumes today, working on that seat. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,875 #56 Posted August 31, 2015 Nice, looks like they turn well. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #57 Posted August 31, 2015 It's pretty amazing how well these little things push and go in the snow, especially with such a low hp engine. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #58 Posted August 31, 2015 I've decided to try out the 2x4 spacer u see the seat, got it cut to length and width, holes drilled and a good coat of black paint on....waiting to dry, then we'll see I guess. Under the seat* 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #59 Posted August 31, 2015 2x4 Spacer is gonna work out just fine I believe. Wheels will eventually have to be sandblasted or replaced but for now, it'll do.Can't find wnyone around that oens a sandblaster lol...but i will eventually. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #60 Posted August 31, 2015 More pics...cant see it in the picrures but the front wheels are "gobby" from old paint and rust pits...I'll get them sandblasted and done right, one day If I do, I may go back to the original white, cause I'm kinda all about original. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,468 #61 Posted September 1, 2015 Had one of the fenders hanging out in the yard on a tree limb and the dang thing fell, so I'll have to wait til it completely dries and resand and repaint. Saw a rather large fellow on a Suburban a few years back who had raised the seat spring up a few inches and was using one of the larger rectangular seats sitting above the fenders. Looked comfortable. not a bad idea....I seen somewhere, where a guy had put a large spring under the seat, like a spring off of a bicycle shock..and with him on it had an inch or two of clearance. Just wanting ideas on what will work and also look desent Spacers under the original seat spring may be enough, I dunno....just have to experiment with it I guess. Had one of the fenders hanging out in the yard on a tree limb and the dang thing fell, so I'll have to wait til it completely dries and resand and repaint. Saw a rather large fellow on a Suburban a few years back who had raised the seat spring up a few inches and was using one of the larger rectangular seats sitting above the fenders. Looked comfortable. not a bad idea....I seen somewhere, where a guy had put a large spring under the seat, like a spring off of a bicycle shock..and with him on it had an inch or two of clearance. Just wanting ideas on what will work and also look desent Spacers under the original seat spring may be enough, I dunno....just have to experiment with it I guess. On my 401, I had issues with the seat hitting the fenders due to my 295# ass. I picked up a hockey puck on Ebay for like $3 and drilled a 1/2 hole in the center. Raised the seat 1inch and no more rub issues.Also solid rubber so no scratching paint, very stable, and easily reversible if you decide you don't want it. All you need is the puck and a one inch longer carriage bolt.Hockey pucks are 1" x 4" round solid hard rubber. I believe you could stack 2 of them with no issue if you wanted to. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #62 Posted September 1, 2015 Good, idea....the 2x4 will do for now , but will eventually rot out or split. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #64 Posted September 2, 2015 And before anyone says anything, yes I got paint on the tires...but the sidewall is out of it and going to be replaced anyway. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #65 Posted September 2, 2015 Experimenting painting the wheels...whitewall effect... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #66 Posted September 3, 2015 I think that's the way I'm gonna go when I get some new tires. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,542 #67 Posted September 3, 2015 xperimenting painting the wheels...whitewall effect... I like that look. I did it with my 1054 (front and rears) but went with silver instead of white.Mike........ Final pics on the tractor...Mike............ 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #68 Posted September 3, 2015 Looks good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #69 Posted September 3, 2015 Is that primer or did ya paint them flat black? I kinda like that better than gloss black...gives it kind of a "rat" look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,542 #70 Posted September 3, 2015 Is that primer or did ya paint them flat black? I kinda like that better than gloss black...gives it kind of a "rat" look. Semi-gloss I think.Mike......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #71 Posted September 3, 2015 Very disappointed with the front one I tried... Looks like crap..deffinatly have to redo it...wish I could find someone with a sandblaster. I may leave front wheels a solid color....I dunno Maybe solid white front wheels?Opinions??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #72 Posted September 3, 2015 Ever considered setting up an E-tank? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,967 #73 Posted September 3, 2015 Brian, I use a right angle grinder with a few different types of wire brushes to remove wheel paint. Don't forget to wear your safety glasses as sometimes a bristle will come loose and be thrown off the brush. You don't want one of those things hitting you in the eye. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,920 #74 Posted September 3, 2015 As far as Ag's on the front. Many tires will have embossed on the sidewall the direction they should go.These Carlisle Tru Powers have an arrow and you can see they want them on normally for traction end (Rear) and reversed for rolling (Front) People keep asking me why I have the Ag's reversed on the front and this is why. They work rather well too! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian01 481 #75 Posted September 3, 2015 They don't look as bad as I thought after the paint had dried some....I mean they arent good but not REALLY bad either ...lol Although, I'm still probably going to redo them...I think I got the paint way to thick., gotta lead hand. It's doesnt hurt to experiment though I don't guess. Front wheels are dented and pitted really bad anyways...really need to find a set that are smooth for better results 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
