82Caddy 851 #1 Posted July 3, 2017 Started a new project I've been day dreaming about for awhile now. I've always been a fan of square hood and more recently round fenders. Figured I couldn't go wrong with a big block kohler either. Started with an 857 that had no engine. So for now and until more parts arrive I have a short frame, big block kohler with round fenders and no cutting of the hood to make it all fit. There's still lots to do but thought I'd share the progress so far. 33 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,774 #2 Posted July 3, 2017 Man after my own heart.... got two 1055 shorts dying to get made into one! I like the round fender idea Caddy... nice 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 15,919 #3 Posted July 3, 2017 11 minutes ago, 82Caddy said: Started a new project I've been day dreaming about for awhile now So satisfying when a project finally gets started. Especially when it's one that has been in your thoughts for a while. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,046 #4 Posted July 3, 2017 I like it . I see no cutting , but how much cussing was involved ? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #5 Posted July 3, 2017 12 minutes ago, elcamino/wheelhorse said: I like it . I see no cutting , but how much cussing was involved ? None really. Well except for drilling out spot welds on the dash tower. I hate drilling spot welds out. I followed an ancient trick called research. Found an old thread that @Kelly had started explaining the differences in oil pans and block styles. Found the right oil pan (eBay), trimmed the oil dipper (engine turns over with no funny noises) and quite literally bolted it together. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #6 Posted July 3, 2017 Can't wait to see it as we go along. Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
littleredrider 408 #8 Posted July 3, 2017 Pretty much a 1045. I dig it. I wanted to do something like that as well. I had a 16 horse with all the parts to make it a small pan and put it into a 1045 basic case. But, life, then wife, not needing any tractors cause lived in an apt, now have an awesome girlfriend and a house, but now it's no money and no garage or shed lol....ain't one thing it's another..... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #9 Posted July 3, 2017 It's basically a 1045 clone. If all goes well it'll have a narrow front end (tri rib front tires and ag rear), Hein Werner hydraulic lift and a 48" mower deck under it by the time I'm done with it this summer. I'm very torn if I want to strip it down and clean it all up to be pretty or if I want to leave it in worker clothes. My end goal is to have a fun and reliable tractor to mow with on the property I have now. My yard isn't that big, just has a couple tight corners I can't get into with the current mower. Part of the problem with that mower is how the deck hangs and picks up. It mows even but wobbles with the deck is lifted causing problems maneuvering into tighter spaces. Takes 20-25 min now with a 36" deck taking my time. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #10 Posted July 3, 2017 One vote here... for leaving it's working clothes in place. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
520hC-120 136 #11 Posted July 3, 2017 Love it so far, can't wait to see the finished product! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,125 #12 Posted July 3, 2017 Looks Good , Reid I have to say that you certainly don't waste any time.. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #13 Posted July 5, 2017 Sweet! Any chance you're going to try to come over to Le Sueur this year? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,774 #14 Posted July 5, 2017 7 minutes ago, CasualObserver said: come over to Le Sueur this year Not to go but I am! If you are in Rochester Caddy there really is no good excuse! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #15 Posted July 5, 2017 I am in Rochester. Bad news is my wife and I are attending a concert in the cities that Saturday night and doing the Milk run at the state fair the next day. Is there much going on Friday at that event it is it mostly taking place on the weekend? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,774 #16 Posted July 5, 2017 No Friday is a good day , we are usually there and set up on Friday. Not a huge crowd that day so some of the attractions may not be quite in full swing but still plenty to see. Might be a stop on your way to the cities ... not real far from on the way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #17 Posted July 6, 2017 Eh it's a long ways in the wrong direction to get to the cities from my house. I can be at the fair grounds in spot on an hour.... Back to this project...anyone have a picture of the correct axle bracket for use with a hy-2/3 lift cylinder? I'm struggling to find a picture of how it mounts. Craziness happening here... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #18 Posted July 11, 2017 From a few days ago: Added hydraulic lift cylinder to my short frame big block project. Only had to swap out the rockshaft (3 bolts and two clips), trim the clutch pedal and slide it all together. Have a lead on a complete tractor with the mower deck needed to really get cracking on this and help finalize the new front end placement / height. I also need to send the lift arm out our wheelhorseman1000 and have it fixed along with ordering a bunch of other parts from him too 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe656 0 #19 Posted July 11, 2017 I'm doing the same build but using a 657 with an 8speed. Not sure about a motor yet because I have an 8hp kohler but it won't fit because of the location of the starter and battery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,125 #20 Posted July 12, 2017 2 hours ago, Joe656 said: I have an 8hp kohler but it won't fit because of the location of the starter and battery. I've seen someone use a smaller motorcycle battery in place of the normal size L&G one.... might be something to check out 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #21 Posted July 12, 2017 I have an 8 speed as well going into mine. My engine is bolted to the frame in the factory hole locations. Battery fits but is a snug fit and runs into the dipstick on the right side. Battery tray will get relocated back slightly once I get the mower deck installed so I know where the new front end will sit. Many things depend on where where and how this mower deck ends up sitting. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe656 0 #22 Posted August 3, 2017 I'm bolting mine in the factory holes but the 8hp starter is much lower on the block. So I'm gunna make a toolbox under the battery and move the battery over top of the steering. Im putting this tractor together with parts that I have from other tractors. I'm in the process of making the center section between the dash and rear fender pan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #23 Posted October 11, 2018 Finally got back around to working on this... I forgot to take a picture before I started taking it all apart again for some additional changes. 4 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,774 #24 Posted October 11, 2018 Good things take time.. nice front end! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #25 Posted October 11, 2018 19 minutes ago, WHX21 said: Good things take time.. nice front end! They do take time and few less distractions would also help... 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites