Kelly 1,028 #1 Posted August 4, 2009 I wanted to share the two tractors I built for my kids over the last 6 weeks we finished them, at midnight before the show here, I will post a full build in a week or so but this is what they started as and look like now. My youngest Ryan 9 years old is a 74 B-100 (now powered by a 8hp) Before and now And my oldest son Nick 18 years old is or was a C-85 now a C-145 Before, very rusty and now with a few mods black frame and running gear, older C fender, no lift built to ride pull things and show. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bow_Extreme 538 #2 Posted August 4, 2009 Wow!!! Very Nice Job!! :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 991 #3 Posted August 4, 2009 Do you want to adopt a 44 year old son? Real nice jobs!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TJ 171 #4 Posted August 4, 2009 Great job for a couple of really great kids (or I should say, one well behaved youngster, and one outstanding young man). If you don't mind a bit of advice; try to get your daughters tractor done some time before the eve of next years show. What a nice young lady. Tom Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rustyoldjunk 127 #5 Posted August 4, 2009 awsome job on the tractors Kelly.i think the black frame improves the looks of the black hoods.btw i see a bush hog tractor peaking its nose in there.those are some tough old machines too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHC-125 4 #6 Posted August 4, 2009 Kelly, very nice job on both tractors ! Ryan and Nick are very lucky to have you as there father. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,130 #7 Posted August 4, 2009 awsome job on the tractors Kelly.i think the black frame improves the looks of the black hoods. You know what, you're right, it really does make the black hood look really nice! Great job Kelly! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scifi4all 6 #8 Posted August 4, 2009 WOW! I just...... WOW! Can I get in line for that adoption list? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #9 Posted August 4, 2009 Two beauties! Nice work. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d180man 5 #10 Posted August 4, 2009 Hi very nice job!!! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
perry 82 #11 Posted August 4, 2009 If you don't mind a bit of advice; try to get your daughters tractor done some time before the eve of next years show. What a nice young lady. those tractors turned out super nice and you could tell your kids really appreciated them. great job dad . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheel horse 1045 2 #12 Posted August 4, 2009 those came out sharp kelly,and ive met his kids earlier this year and they are great kids and he is blessed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coadster32 793 #13 Posted August 4, 2009 I agree on the black. I'm glad I incorperated the color into my Suburban. Great job on the tractors! :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duff 206 #14 Posted August 4, 2009 Awesome work, Kelly! Wow! EDIT: And thanks for the pix of the black frame. I've just finished painting the frame and running gear of #2 312-8 in black and was wondering how the finished product will look. Now I have a good idea! Duff :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,273 #15 Posted August 4, 2009 those are auwsome horses Kelly...and your kids and the young man are auwsome also. Glad I got to meet all of them...and to see the horses in person. :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
refracman 166 #16 Posted August 4, 2009 Them are a couple of nice tractors, didnt even notice the frame when i saw them up close, dang the does set'em off. Nice touch :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bo dawg 478 #17 Posted August 4, 2009 Hey Kelly...it's me your long lost son Wow! I am in love with the black hood, I agree with everyone else... the black frame sets it off BIG time. You know, I'm starting to like the idea of black frames on a lot of them. The whole set up looks good, can't wait to see the full build you're going to post on them. Beautiful job Kelly Boy I wish I could go out back and choose one out of a herd to fix up. Hey you know how kids are after they get done playing with their toys, after a while their tired of them. So give a call I take hammie downs. :ychain: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #18 Posted August 11, 2009 Beautiful tractors, Kelly! Anyone would think you've been doing bodywork your whole life!! What brand are the tri-ribs on the B100? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse_of_course 99 #19 Posted August 11, 2009 Awesome! Your attention to detail is incredible. Keep up the good work, and make sure the kids learn about preventative maintenance. :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stigian 1,234 #20 Posted August 11, 2009 I have to say you have changed my mind about black hood's, that black chassis and other bits look great. Top job there Kelly :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whlpny 201 #21 Posted August 11, 2009 Them tractors were looking real sharp last week at the show. The black chasis gives alot of contrast and looks sharp. I used that approach on my 4x4s. Them young men should be proud!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevinator 1 #22 Posted August 12, 2009 Those are beautiful tractors. :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #23 Posted August 13, 2009 Thanks for the compliments guys, it was really a lot of work, hours after getting home from work, and not really wanting to work on them, but trying to get them done for the show and mostly for my kids, and I'm kinda picky on how I build things, I like to do my best, that was the way my dad showed me, they had the nice tractors, heck every tractor of mine I took was rusty. The 3 ribs are trans masters, I picked them up off ebay about 3 years ago, and just took the shipping tape off, I paid $53 shipped for them, they are not the nicest 3 ribs I've seen, I just bought a pair off ebay that are Deetones, I'd have to check spelling, and they are nicer, but cost more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whfan74 2,015 #24 Posted August 13, 2009 Sharp looking tractors Kelly! I think it is great that your kids can enjoy in the hobby with you. You are building great memories. I am sure the lack of sleep was tough, but the smile on their faces had to be priceless! Great job! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bitten 133 #25 Posted August 13, 2009 Very nice!!! I bet they are great father and son projects. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
