Anglo Traction 759 #1 Posted September 6, 2010 Hi to all, good Forum you have here. Yes!, another 'Limey's got mits on a little Red Beast. Felt sorry for it when I found it, and didn't realise then how much of an Icon these are. Not to mention the wealth of available information and records for them. Found it in 2008 derelict for 16 years in a collapsed outbuilding belonging to an elderly lady. She purchased it new in April 1972. I bought it from her, and finally got home in Nov 2009. Engine only needed internal clean and replaced the Valves, points n condenser. the Bore is in very good condition. Some Tractor parts replaced. Anyway, may not be the right forum, so I'll post some 'Before and Now' pics. when I get my head around the 'Site Tech'. Regards, Richard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankB 16 #2 Posted September 6, 2010 :) (in case no one has mentioned that yet.) Yes, pictures are a requirement! We never get tired of looking at what others have. Good to hear that the restoration is off to such a good start! (Or have you finished it already?) best, hank Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #3 Posted September 7, 2010 :) Richard, looking forward to the pics. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger from southern Iowa 1 #5 Posted September 7, 2010 :USA: Richard!! This the RIGHT forum. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpthorsefan 34 #6 Posted September 7, 2010 :) :USA: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bitten 133 #7 Posted September 7, 2010 Hello and :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racinfool40 202 #9 Posted September 7, 2010 :) and yes Glade to have you!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SAM58 30 #10 Posted September 7, 2010 :) Richard... I just sold my 1972 Raider 12 yesterday, it went back to the original owner My brother. :USA: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,398 #11 Posted September 7, 2010 welcome Richard from Neil in somerset wheelhorse collector :USA: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duff 206 #12 Posted September 7, 2010 Richard, ! You've certainly found the right place. And even in England where the beasties are somewhat scarce, I predict this will not be your only ! You've been warned! Duff :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bustedglass 1 #13 Posted September 7, 2010 Hello Richard, and . Glad to have you here. Cant wait to see the pics . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 759 #14 Posted September 11, 2010 :) all for the welcome. I do have some finishing jobs to do, primarily some decals and clear coating and freeing off the seized(frozen) Rear Hitch Pin, but I drive it around a couple of times a week to splash the oil around (internally). I have no attachments for it yet, but will start looking next spring when I have more time, money and space in the workshop. I may ask for some help if I can't find the answers in the many Posts on your Forum(s). Thanks. Regards. Richard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,231 #15 Posted September 11, 2010 :) Welcome aboard Richard. Ask any questions you have, there are many that are willing to help. P.S. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 759 #16 Posted September 12, 2010 Thanks Steve, Still not able to upload/post images here though , but I've put one in 'My Profile' . Go to Members Tab and do name search for Anglo. Regards Richard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseLuvinLady 0 #17 Posted September 13, 2010 Hello Richard from across the Pond! Welcome from one newbie to another :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 759 #18 Posted September 14, 2010 Ok All ! , here's the Before n After pics. All the work start to finish is in picture form on the Photobucket site- http://i1190.photobucket.com/albums/z442/AngloTraction/ ......most of you have probably seen it and done it many times. Thanks again for the welcome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FarmerJim 5 #19 Posted September 14, 2010 Absolutely Beautiful :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kloe0699 12 #20 Posted September 14, 2010 Very nice restore Richard. And Kevin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WH854 44 #21 Posted September 14, 2010 :wh: Richard.Wow some guys really have tallent Good go mate Chas :USA: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 2,545 #22 Posted September 14, 2010 wow! I have something to apsire to. Did you track down a wheelhorse / Toro red or just use something that matches. Looks fantastic! mark (up north in yorkshire). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 759 #23 Posted September 14, 2010 Hi Mark, I looked for a match using a buffed up painted part that had not been exposed to direct sunlight. I found Ford Raidiant Red to be just a tad lighter, knowing that the colour red is notorious for fading, and so would reflect the age of the Tractor. all main panels were grit blasted, powder coated black, blended, red primered, painted and clear coated with loads of prep in between. Wheel Colour is Ford Diamond white. Pics don't do justice, but shines like glass. And I'm going to work it, not wrap it in cotton wool. Thanks all again for the welcome. P.s ....I used Spray Cans !. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmuone 15 #24 Posted September 14, 2010 Great day Richard, that tractor should go on the "Is this ole tractor worth the effort?" list to inspire others to restore ! Good job ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JOHNT 0 #25 Posted September 14, 2010 Wish I had your talent, super job!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
