AMC RULES 36,945 #1 Posted August 5, 2017 ...when you've stumbled upon another keeper. Earlier this week, I noticed a newly listed C/L ad for this "barn find" 1056... price was right, so I picked up the phone, contacted the seller who was still at work. Made arrangements to meet up with him around 5pm later that afternoon, a take a peek at what he dragged home. Story goes, he's a John Deere guy...who picked this up in a recent package deal, & just wanted to pass it on to the "right guy". Original owners son, run on some hard times...(aka, going to jail ) & was selling off some of his deceased fathers collection to pay off some bills. Seller was told, his Dad was meticulous with his maintenance, which seemed plausible, considering it was covered in grease, & inside of the fuel tank looked brand new. Said he always fogged the engine before being put up for storage, so...other than a front tire off the rim, and the JD seat...seemed like a pretty good deal for $100. That said, I took the chance, shook the man's hand...and loaded the ol' girl up. After getting it home & unloading...I was hoping the story wasn't BS. Had to admit here, the old girl was looking pretty rough. The following day, I did my usual routine though...took it to work and it an hours bath with our heated pressure washer...followed by a good dose of compressed air. Then left it sit for a couple days to dry out, while I tackled the usual fuel system refresh, new plug, new oil & air filter...then tubed the flat front tire. Today was the day to try putting some fire in the hole, though it did initially try to pop off...I discovered it had a really weak spark. Once I cleaned to points, she fired right off...smoked like a chimney at first. Then, cleared up, and is running like a champ now...no runs, drips, or errors. Was so stoked, that I took the rest of the afternoon, to do a little aesthetic detailing, changed the gawd awful seat for another I had here "in stock". Took a couple picts here to show the progress so far, plan to to the rims, and probably add new rubber in the future. I think it turned out pretty good so far...let me know what you think. 33 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amcwheel85 2,058 #2 Posted August 5, 2017 (edited) Looks good Craig! Steal at $100!! Also I love getting dirty tractors like that because once cleaned it's like you added $100 in value to its looks just by giving them a good bath! Also getting rid of that John Deere seat helped big time! Edited August 5, 2017 by Amcwheel85 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,052 #3 Posted August 5, 2017 I think you did great . How many does this make ? The magic shed must be full by now. The tractor does look real nice for $100.00 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,274 #4 Posted August 5, 2017 Nice find! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #5 Posted August 5, 2017 Current # is 32 squeezed into that 10'x14' magic shed. 11 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,735 #6 Posted August 5, 2017 Hard to pass up a deal like that. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #7 Posted August 5, 2017 I don't know about your area... but, $100 's are getting hard to find around here. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #8 Posted August 6, 2017 Craig, That really cleaned up well. I have a nice set of fronts for it that are original wh if your interested. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #9 Posted August 6, 2017 PM sent Steve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prondzy 3,867 #10 Posted August 6, 2017 Looks Awesome, amazing what a little elbow grease can do 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WVHillbilly520H 10,369 #11 Posted August 6, 2017 54 minutes ago, AMC RULES said: Current # is 32 squeezed into that 10'x14' magic shed. So how many could you "squeeze" into my new 18'wx20'lx8't red tractor shed , and yes around my neck of the woods they start at $500+, Jeff. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #12 Posted August 6, 2017 That's like a Taj Mahal Jeff... I could only imagine the magic that could happen in there. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,558 #13 Posted August 6, 2017 She cleaned up real nice Craig! So fall is still 2-3 months away right??? What's up with your neighbors tree in that last pic? Please tell me leaf season isnt knocking on our front door 😱 !! Mike.... 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,011 #14 Posted August 6, 2017 Looks like you did good, Craig! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #15 Posted August 6, 2017 We've already had a couple nights here when it's dipped into the 50's Mike... supposedly, that's what triggers the trees to start changing their colors. That Japanese Maple will be completely red by mid October...just a little over 60 days away from now. 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,826 #16 Posted August 6, 2017 The trees here in the Adirondacks are showing signs of turning early as well. Nice tractor Craig. And im envious of your loading dock! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charging10 231 #17 Posted August 6, 2017 awesome ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,939 #18 Posted August 6, 2017 I was just going to say Craig is the only RS member with his own loading dock! Craig said "He took a chance" on the tractor. It could have a seized motor and trans and a cracked frame and still make a nice addition to "The Fence" 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pollack Pete 2,273 #19 Posted August 6, 2017 Great loading dock Craig.And to think..........wifey probably thinks it's an ornamental stone wall...........Great find on the tractor.Have fun with your new toy. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #20 Posted August 6, 2017 She knows it's importance Pete... shovel that loading dock before starting on the driveway. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 4,879 #21 Posted August 6, 2017 Craig it is hard to beet those old K Kholers. They run for ever. I do miss mine at times. Enjoy it or flip it what ever make you happy. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 4,879 #23 Posted August 6, 2017 Well Craig you can`t keep them all can You? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,939 #24 Posted August 6, 2017 Yes he can! But I got dibs on the 1075! 10 hours ago, AMC RULES said: That's like a Taj Mahal Jeff... I could only imagine the magic that could happen in there. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electro12WH 50 #25 Posted August 6, 2017 Do you folks restore all your tractors or leave them well used? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites