Tgtack 779 #1 Posted August 26, 2017 (edited) Picked up my model 400 today from Larry down in Marengo Ohio. Spotted it a month ago when I got my model 401 from him. Wanted the 400 as it was built same year as I was born! So when somebody was buying this tractor, I had just come home from the hospital! He went though it and rebuilt the tranny, replaced fuel tank straps, reworked stering, refinished rims, and a new set of throttle controls that he manufactures. I am going to use the K91 that is coming off my 551 (wrong engine) as I have a Lauson/Tecumseh H55 to go on the 551.The 401 is going to stay in original work clothes, but this one will get a complete refinish. Also picked up my new WH hauler down in Athens Ohio, and the 400 had the pleasure of being the first WH transported on it. Trailer is a 2017 Diamond C, 7' × 14' tandem axle with a bifold gate. Of course it is bright red to match the tractors! Just have to paint the black rims almond to get the look just right. Edited August 26, 2017 by Tgtack 7 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,534 #2 Posted August 26, 2017 Nice score on the 400. Breaking in the new trailer real easy I see...no stress test with that machine Mike.... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tgtack 779 #3 Posted August 26, 2017 Just now, Sparky said: Nice score on the 400. Breaking in the new trailer real easy I see...no stress test with that machine Mike.... Thanks, even with 5 long frame models on it, I would only be at 50% of rated capacity! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #4 Posted August 26, 2017 Beautiful patina on the new there... I'm gonna really hate to see it go. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tgtack 779 #5 Posted August 26, 2017 1 hour ago, AMC RULES said: Beautiful patina on the new there... I'm gonna really hate to see it go. Yes, I know, but this one is better! 4 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,039 #6 Posted August 26, 2017 The 400 looked lonely riding on the big trailer. Both the horse and trailer look very nice. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #7 Posted August 27, 2017 I'm thinking they look like twins... just, one year apart. With matching patina even. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tgtack 779 #8 Posted August 27, 2017 6 minutes ago, AMC RULES said: I'm thinking they look like twins... just, one year apart. With matching patina even. It might look funny with a fully refinished engine, that was already done as it is coming off the 551. It's not going to happen overnight, so who knows. It would be a mix of unfinished and finished parts. The engine, belt cover, exhaust shield, seat, and rims would all be sporting new paint. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elliot ness 1,916 #9 Posted August 27, 2017 Great score, looks to me like you are half way to heaven. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
