stratostar250 919 #76 Posted April 7, 2015 Wow, You're working quick on that thing, have you even had it a week yet? Body work and paint are my next things to figure out, for sure. I have a couple things I'd like to restore and or spruce up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #77 Posted April 7, 2015 I figured out what I am going to with the front bumper. After searching ebay for a generic bumper guard I remembered that I had a front weight set from my 520. I simply took them off the bracket and mounted them directly to the front bumper which is pretty heavy duty. I had to cut the standoffs on an angle to fit. I am not sure if they should be black to match the frame or red to match the sheet metal. I can always change the color if I do not like it. I am very sure that nothing is going to crack this bumper !! On the back I mounted a suitcase weight bracket that I bought from squonk at the show last year. The plan for it was to mount it on my 520 with snowblower but that did not happen. I already had the suitcase weights. I think I added over 200lbs to the tractor. I like it... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #78 Posted April 7, 2015 Boy Steve. Your moving on it high speed. Nice job. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #79 Posted April 7, 2015 Did a few more things... Painted and installed a drawbar hitch. Never came with one. Installed large eye bolts on each side of the rear bracket to tie ropes to and such. Painted the suitcase weights and the weight bracket. I have the D250 sitting next to it in the garage. Gives you and idea how big the D250 really is. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,213 #80 Posted April 7, 2015 I like the fabricated bumper and it should be stronger than the plastic valance. It should still work with a snowplow installed but won't with a snowthrower/snowblower. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #81 Posted April 8, 2015 Where did you get that drawbar hitch Steve? I like that. Can you post a couple better pics of it? Looks really good................ Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #82 Posted April 8, 2015 No snowblower on this one. I have a dedicated 520 set up with a two stager and cab. Where did you get that drawbar hitch Steve? I like that. Can you post a couple better pics of it? Looks really good................ Glenn Glenn- When you say drawbar hitch do you mean the suitcase weight bracket? The drawbar hitch is just a regular hitch that attaches to the back of the rear end. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #83 Posted April 8, 2015 I'm dropping mine at your place for a makeover! You want it with or without the loader? Looking good! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #84 Posted April 8, 2015 No loader please.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #85 Posted April 8, 2015 No snowblower on this one. I have a dedicated 520 set up with a two stager and cab. Glenn- When you say drawbar hitch do you mean the suitcase weight bracket? The drawbar hitch is just a regular hitch that attaches to the back of the rear end. yes sir, the weight bracket. I stand corrected. Looks great,,,,,and those weights,,,,40 pounders. I have been trying to figure something for my xi for "future" use. Ty Steve. Although I must confess to have not been doing much at all on any of the wheel horses. House painting and house repairs have been taking my time. Getting ready to sell the home. Sigh sigh sigh........ Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #86 Posted April 10, 2015 Today I started to paint the inside of the tins and the two mower decks. The 44" came with the tractor and the other one is a 48" that needs all new bearings and not sure if anything else. I did a little barter with a local buddy of mine for it. Ideally I would like to find a nice 52" or 60" deck but these will work until I can find one. Tomorrow I plan on painting the outside of the pieces. I had a new gallon of Valspar IH red. It has been a while since I used it and I went a little light on the hardener as I did not need much shine on the inside of the tins however it will take longer to dry. Hopefully they are dry enough in the morning to handle them... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #87 Posted April 11, 2015 I finished the painting this morning. I am very happy with the paint. Not perfect as a few little bugs decided to land on the wet paint and the darn compressor wanted to spit out some water though the line into the gun. I made a point to drain the water out of the tank prior to painting. Overall looks really nice and hope to get it back together tomorrow. The rear set pan and tunnel need to be connected prior to putting it on the tractor so.......... I am gonna need some help (hint hint) 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,021 #88 Posted April 11, 2015 I'm working tomorrow so i'm out. Monday i'll be around. You got to get yourself a water/filter trap for that compressor so you get nice clean dry air. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #89 Posted April 12, 2015 I borrowed the compressor from Rudy as my big one is down in the barn and the small one is just too small and would not keep up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #90 Posted April 12, 2015 (edited) I'm busy all day working out in the yard and other projects under the careful watch of Mrs. B Paint looks real nice! Edited April 12, 2015 by Ken B Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,954 #91 Posted April 12, 2015 Tins do look awesome Steve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
papaglide 541 #92 Posted April 12, 2015 Tractors looking real sharp my man! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #93 Posted April 12, 2015 Well the tractor is just about done. Stopped at TSC today to pick up a few small speed nuts I needed for the rear tail lights but they are too short ... Everything is done except the tail lights. I am not sure if I am going to wet sand and buff in a few days or if I am just going to buff. I also need to repaint the wheels as they have some rust on the fronts. Terry's decals are top notch as always. Here she is... Used her to pull the roller around the yard today (and my neighbor's yard too ... 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #94 Posted April 12, 2015 Looks real nice. Don't forget to paint the mower deck wheels.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #95 Posted April 12, 2015 Brennan actually painted the fronts. The backs are two different wheels. Either way this deck is not going to be on here long. Gonna get the 48 up and running unless I can find a 52 or a 60" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar250 919 #96 Posted April 12, 2015 Considering I saw this tractor the day before you picked it up, I'd say you did an awesome job cleaning it up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #97 Posted April 12, 2015 A quick video of a first ride... IMG_3775.MOV 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #98 Posted April 12, 2015 Considering I saw this tractor the day before you picked it up, I'd say you did an awesome job cleaning it up! Tom- Thanks- Before and after photo. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 479 #99 Posted April 13, 2015 Looks great Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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