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I wanted to take a minute and document this new road I've started down. First off this forum is great. Everyone has been so helpful with my recently acquired 855. As I mentioned in previous posts i was originally given my Grandfathers 1054, this is officially my first Wheel Horse. This is the tractor I remember from my childhood. It is in rough shape though. I took this on as a project for my children and I for sentimental reasons I thought it would be great to get it running again. I knew the transmission was a problem along with some fuel delivery issues. As I worked out some of the fuel problems I started to shop around for a replacement transmission. I stumbled upon a 855 for sale somewhat locally on Craigslist. Single owner! It was not running when I purchased it a few weeks ago. Overall the 855 was in much better shape then the 1054 so I switched gears and have been working to get the 855 back up and running. Well that has been accomplished. I did some small things as a part of my troubleshooting. New spark plug, condensor, points, belt, fuel lines, new carb, and added an electric fuel pump. At first I thought I would get it up and running and then repaint it but the patina has grown on me and after reading some other posts i picked up some Penetrol and Johnsons paste wax. So this is the approach I will be taking. Below is a picture from the Craigslist listing. This is my starting point.The other picture is my first spin around the yard. As you can tell I was very happy to get it moving again. I will try to add more pictures as I bring this back to life.

 

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AMC RULES    37,221

AMC RULES
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You're right...  :handgestures-thumbsup:

saving it's great patina. 

That  :wh: smile says it all.    :text-coolphotos:

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953 nut    60,928

953 nut
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:text-coolphotos:  That smile tells the story, you are hooked, addicted, past the point of no return!  :woohoo:

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Terry M-(Moderator)    2,255

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60's short frame tractors are my favorite!!   Looking forward to seeing your pictures:)

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RedRanger    1,469

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That's what it's all about!  #3 will show up soon.

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Achto    29,539

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Tractor looks great in her work clothes! :handgestures-thumbupright: Enjoy it.

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elcamino/wheelhorse    9,362

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That looks great, don't park your 2 horses close together or you will have number 3 before you know it.

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oliver2-44    10,830

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Looks Great!

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