rjg854 10,708 #26 Posted August 31, 2018 Sounds like that will work as well 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,514 #27 Posted September 1, 2018 Sounds like a good plan. That is how I loaded one in the truck a few years back. Drove it onto the trailer, let the trailer tong down and put jack stands under the back of the trailer. Let the ramp rest on the tailgate and backed it into the bed of the truck. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,549 #28 Posted September 1, 2018 Sounds like a little dead weight, good luck pushing! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,514 #29 Posted September 1, 2018 4 hours ago, pullstart said: good luck pushing! That is one good thing about the 15" tires on the 953, you can roll the tire by hand rather than pushing. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RandyLittrell 3,827 #30 Posted September 1, 2018 I am following along on this one for sure! Very interested in the hydraulic pump setup on that. My GT 14 was the first I saw in person. I'm sure its gonna be a looker! Randy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,549 #31 Posted September 2, 2018 9 hours ago, 953 nut said: That is one good thing about the 15" tires on the 953, you can roll the tire by hand rather than pushing. I do agree with ya on that one Richard, I use that method with vehicles in the shop quite often. It’s like gear reduction! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #32 Posted September 2, 2018 Piece of cake! 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RandyLittrell 3,827 #33 Posted September 2, 2018 @19richie66 I just now figured that you were probably born in 66 with that handle and being I was born in 66, wondered when your birthday was. I was born on October 3 and you the 6th! Cool!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #34 Posted September 2, 2018 Yes sir...... 1966 is the year. Maybe one day we can meet yo at a show or something. 👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,514 #35 Posted September 2, 2018 1 hour ago, RandyLittrell said: @19richie66 I just now figured that you were probably born in 66 with that handle and being I was born in 66, wondered when your birthday was. I was born on October 3 and you the 6th! Cool!! 4 minutes ago, 19richie66 said: Yes sir...... 1966 is the year. Maybe one day we can meet yo at a show or something. 👍 1 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RandyLittrell 3,827 #36 Posted September 2, 2018 38 minutes ago, 19richie66 said: Yes sir...... 1966 is the year. Maybe one day we can meet yo at a show or something. 👍 The Big Show is on my bucket list and maybe when I get my GT14 done, I will make it back east! Randy 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #37 Posted September 2, 2018 Definitely not the original engine but that doesn’t bother me. Little bit of paint will take care of that. Good sign that maybe it will be a strong runner. The deck is solid and all there. Very satisfied with it. More when I get it home. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,514 #38 Posted September 2, 2018 Nice second generation 953 with great looking straight sheet metal! Looks like it is all there, the later model engine isn't a problem either. You could always use the engine from the 1054 if you wanted to have the S/G setup. Hurry up and get home, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #39 Posted September 2, 2018 23 minutes ago, 953 nut said: Nice second generation 953 with great looking straight sheet metal! Looks like it is all there, the later model engine isn't a problem either. You could always use the engine from the 1054 if you wanted to have the S/G setup. Hurry up and get home, It has the starter/generator setup.👍 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #40 Posted September 2, 2018 (edited) @953 nut Couple more pics. The more I look at it, the more I like it Edited September 2, 2018 by 19richie66 3 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,514 #41 Posted September 3, 2018 13 hours ago, 19richie66 said: Couple more pics. More More we want more 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #42 Posted September 3, 2018 Well it’s home. Meet “Hank”. Deck is as solid as it gets plus no dents or rust whatsoever. I have to find some way to get the hood and grille back to the original patina. I do have the side covers off of the 1054 that are original so they may get used on this one. I Want to keep it original at this point. 3 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 10,708 #43 Posted September 3, 2018 That's a good looking tractor Richie Might be hard to match the original patina with those parts but it will be sweet if you can. Do you know why it doesn't run? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #44 Posted September 3, 2018 Thanks. 👍 It has been sitting for about 4 years so if I remember correctly. Wiring needs some love. I smelled the fuel in it and I could stain furniture with it so I would imagine a complete wiring and fuel system overhaul. I have a lot of other things going on but I will try to give it some attention soon. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,514 #45 Posted September 3, 2018 33 minutes ago, 19richie66 said: I have to find some way to get the hood and grille back to the original patina. I do have the side covers off of the 1054 that are original so they may get used on this one. I Want to keep it original at this point. I know the look you are looking for. 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,670 #46 Posted September 4, 2018 That is great to see “Hank” finally at your place! PM @Achto if you get a chance or revisit his Rat Rod Suburban build. He has some really cool ways to patina metal for sure... i’ll continue To follow along and see what becomes of this very cool big wheel GT! Nice haul my friend... 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,549 #47 Posted September 4, 2018 Them “candy painted” ones flock to ya Richie, how’s that happen? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,941 #48 Posted September 4, 2018 Flower child. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #49 Posted September 4, 2018 I can’t keep a thread on track to save my life. Guess it would be boring then wouldn’t it. I don’t know how I keep getting the multi colored ones. Guess you northern guys send all your rejects south and I end up with them somehow. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,879 #50 Posted September 4, 2018 Started cleaning up the tins while I was waiting for caulk to dry so I could paint. Slowly removing the spray paint revealing the beautifully aged factory paint still there. Hope the side covers look this good under the black paint. Fingers crossed 🤞 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
