Pullstart 60,677 #126 Posted December 25, 2017 Sounds like the governor doing what it does to me... does it run that way under load? Mine sounds the same at idle, until there's a log in the way of the ram. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 52,938 #127 Posted December 25, 2017 Nice work Santa! Now get some rest; big day tomarow. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,681 #128 Posted December 25, 2017 Merry Christmas!!! You made it in spite of the obstacles and I can’t wait to see the look on Emory’s face when he realizes that this is for him! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dells68 7,495 #129 Posted December 25, 2017 2 hours ago, pullstart said: Sounds like the governor doing what it does to me... does it run that way under load? Mine sounds the same at idle, until there's a log in the way of the ram. I drove it around the yard a few times while Becca and Emory were gone and the rough idle seems to go away on a pull or at higher rpms. After Christmas, I'm going to play with the carb adjustment and see if I can smooth it out some. I was assuming it was due to unrestricted exhaust. Oh well, she pulls great and sounds like a beast. I bet our neighbors hate it! 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dells68 7,495 #130 Posted December 25, 2017 Final update until later today. Santa just finished his work. Emory's surprise is ready (still need to install cables for choke and throttle, wire lights, and fix battery tie down and tray). Had to install a set of Road Runner graphics since that is its given name. Whew, I'm pooped! 7 16 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,681 #131 Posted December 25, 2017 (edited) RoadRunner is a beauty! Merry Christmas!!! I think it is really cool that he has his name on it too! Edited December 25, 2017 by PeacemakerJack 8 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #132 Posted December 25, 2017 I been half awake waiting for the big suprise. by the time it happens I will be out cold. Does it look great and sound great. Outstanding job dad. Glenn 7 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,073 #133 Posted December 25, 2017 Wow...Merry Christmas Emory! I think I would be more excited just being able to give it to him than he would be getting it. I wouldn't be able to sleep. I dont know how you haven't slipped up. Great job dad! A gift to remember for both, that is for sure. 7 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,115 #134 Posted December 25, 2017 Looking forward to the surprise myself. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dells68 7,495 #135 Posted December 25, 2017 Here we go!! Emory just got up! 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,073 #136 Posted December 25, 2017 4 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prondzy 3,868 #137 Posted December 25, 2017 The anticipation........ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dells68 7,495 #138 Posted December 25, 2017 Well, Emory was very excited with his lawn ranger shirt, Wheel Horse hat, Wheel Horse Story book, but couldn't figure out why he got a shirt with my tractor on it! Well, he danced around the tree and finally found his keys. Still couldn't believe it might be something for him. He was actually speechless when he saw Road Runner. Here are a few pics, the wife photo bombed my video, so not sure it'll get posted. Will try to post more later tonight or tomorrow. 7 15 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,073 #139 Posted December 25, 2017 So cool! 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 64,024 #140 Posted December 25, 2017 7 minutes ago, dells68 said: Well done Sir !!! 4 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jerry77 1,218 #141 Posted December 25, 2017 Beyond words....the best journey I have ever seen between father and son....God bless you both.. 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,681 #142 Posted December 25, 2017 Now that is one happy little dude and a priceless moment in time—that will be remembered for a lifetime! Merry Christmas Emory, your dad loves you A LOT! Have fun with your new toy 6 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steelman 250 #144 Posted December 25, 2017 Awesome gift for Emory and probably more exciting for mom and dad! That is a gift to last a lifetime. Great job on the restore. The Predator sounds incredible! Merry Christmas to all! 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prondzy 3,868 #145 Posted December 25, 2017 Thats awesome! 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #146 Posted December 25, 2017 That big smile says it all to me, how great. I am just to sentimental, thanks for sharing this. Glenn 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldredrider 2,548 #147 Posted December 25, 2017 (edited) I don't think it has really sunk in to Emory that it's all his! Merry Christmas Emory and great job Dell!!! Can't wait to see Coyote chasing Road Runner. Edited December 25, 2017 by oldredrider 2 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,073 #148 Posted December 25, 2017 Awesome 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 60,677 #149 Posted December 25, 2017 Merry Christmas @dells68 and Emory! Awesome surprise, the decals look awesome, as does the rest of the tractor! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites