coolhandblack 45 #1 Posted January 30, 2010 Well I finally got a fire lit under my but and decided it was time to tear apart the 1276 and paint it up all perty. I did the hood and seat/fenders a couple weeks ago mainly because I dont really have that much room in my one car garage to do the whole thing at once. I must say that I have never done anything like this in my life but the hood and fenders came out pretty good. Well now to the crappy part, A couple days ago I started tearing the horse apart to get her cleaned up and ready and it is now in many pieces. Of course as soon as i get it torn apart we get about 10 inches of snow! I am pissed... I dont get the chance to plow snow that often and the one time i do my wheelhorse is in pieces! Damn the luck. Ill post some pics when I get finished with it. Wont be in the same class as some of yours but im giving it the ole army try! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,757 #2 Posted January 30, 2010 Now you can see why most of us have more than one Wheel Horse. I need all 5 of my running tractors to keep things shipshape around here . Mike.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leichty 0 #3 Posted January 30, 2010 Wow , Talk about bad timming. Sounds like you need a couple more wheelhorses in your fleet. Good luck on your restore i'm sure it will look good. Don't hurt yourself moving that snow by hand.Looking forward to seeing pictures. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 76 #4 Posted January 30, 2010 Maybe you another one! Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbbahner 28 #5 Posted January 30, 2010 Sounds like you got hammered like we did around Christmas! Totally missed us up here in the NE part of the state. Like others said, ya gotta have one for each implement- mower, blade, tiller at least! Be careful with the shovel, they'll wreck your back! Tom B Rossville Ks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whfan74 2,073 #6 Posted January 30, 2010 Been there done that.........I agree that having more than one Horse comes in handy. Looking forward to seeing the old horse redone and ready for the next project for you. You will be glad that you cleaned her up in the long run! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bitten 134 #7 Posted January 30, 2010 Good luck with it, like to see how it comes out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 558 #8 Posted January 30, 2010 We need pictures before, during and after ... :WRS: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suburban 550 28 #9 Posted January 30, 2010 Like Sparky said, that is the reason we all have more than one Wheel Horse. Can't wait to see pics of your 1276 all redone. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 6,053 #10 Posted January 30, 2010 Well I finally got a fire lit under my but and decided it was time to tear apart the 1276 and paint it up all perty. I did the hood and seat/fenders a couple weeks ago mainly because I dont really have that much room in my one car garage to do the whole thing at once. I must say that I have never done anything like this in my life but the hood and fenders came out pretty good. Well now to the crappy part, A couple days ago I started tearing the horse apart to get her cleaned up and ready and it is now in many pieces. Of course as soon as i get it torn apart we get about 10 inches of snow! I am pissed... I dont get the chance to plow snow that often and the one time i do my wheelhorse is in pieces! Damn the luck. Ill post some pics when I get finished with it. Wont be in the same class as some of yours but im giving it the ole army try! coolhand I agree with Sparky I also have 5, two are for work 3 are for show Just because there old and I like to here that old Iron start and run. and I must say not bad to look at ether .Gary B.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #11 Posted January 30, 2010 You need a minimum of five tractors: One for snow One to mow One to tow One for show One for whatever comes along Plus a spare parts tractor for each one....... :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bitten 134 #12 Posted January 30, 2010 Buzz You forgot one to till one to plow one to cultivate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #13 Posted January 30, 2010 Buzz You forgot one to till one to plow one to cultivate You're right........... I need a bigger garage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,449 #14 Posted January 30, 2010 getting snow is like going fishing. The fish know when you are not looking. Score...snow 1...snow plow 0. I have a feeling, the snow doesn't stand a chance. Hang in there. :banghead: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coolhandblack 45 #15 Posted February 1, 2010 Hey guys I know everyone like pics so here are a couple of my progress. I have not touched the engine and dont plan to until I get a new head for it. I also need to get new tires for the front, when I do ill paint the rims up too.. So she isnt done yet but I am making some progress.... I think itll look sharp when I get some new decals and a hood emblem... Where can I buy a emblem at? BTW I rattle canned the majority and brushed the frame Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coolhandblack 45 #16 Posted February 8, 2010 Couple pics after I got it put back together... I have ordered some decals from decalwizard so ill post a pic later after I get them put on too. I plan on getting some new tires for the front and will paint those rims all pretty at that time... Now just gotta find a hood emblem and possibly a cig lighter. BTW I was reading some old post and if there is ever another Redsquare meet and greet in the Kansas/Missouri/Oklahoma area let me know, I would love to see some of your horses! Also I saw a post on here a couple weeks ago where someone posted a pic of a horse they bought and the original owner had a pic of it with a man and child on it, I looked and cant find it now if anyone knows where its at let me know I thought it was a cool pic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #17 Posted February 8, 2010 Patience is a virtue, so they say. One that my Mom had always told me. You have got a Great start on it. She's lookin' Good Keep it up! See Ya, Bye Burly B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 76 #18 Posted February 8, 2010 Tractor is looking great!!,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jpmcleod 4 #19 Posted February 8, 2010 Makw you proud when they look that good and you are the one that did it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raider12 13 #20 Posted February 8, 2010 Couple pics after I got it put back together... Looks like you may have finished this project just in time with the weather forcast showing a lot more snow coming our way. Nice looking job on the restore, have fun. Denver Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iggy68 28 #21 Posted February 9, 2010 Looking very good, enjoy. B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #22 Posted February 9, 2010 Nice but that seat looks cold and hard Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeithB 6 #23 Posted February 9, 2010 Looking good B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
