squonk 42,276 #1 Posted November 9, 2014 (edited) As some as you may know. I had a little Medical issue a week and a half ago. With winter approaching I knew it would be a challenge to get tractors ready for winter. Craig (AMC Rules) offered to come over and give me a hand. And when he found out I was looking for an older tractor to plow snow at work he offered me his 1267 at a great price. He drove the 5 HOURS ONE WAY! today. I needed a plow for it and Brian (buckrancher) had one and after driving from CT. and back yesterday he brought it up this morning. Both the tractor and plow needed some love and good old fashioned thrashing to make everything work. We filled all the tires with RV antifreeze but 1 of Craig's tires he wanted filled going to need a tube so out the fluid came. Stevasaurus called in on Skype and brought Jim D. along. We had a mini M & G going with a ton of laughs. We even got the plow on the tractor!!! Wife made chili and brownies and we let Steve and Jim know what they were missing. I can't thank Craig and Brian enough for all the help and Steve and Jim for the back row heckling. Here are some pics. I even got Craig on Elvis! I called it Sqonk Fest instead of Squonk Fest because SOMEONE has trouble with the letter U! Edited November 9, 2014 by squonk 19 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #2 Posted November 9, 2014 Looks like a great time! There are sure some of the greatest people around here. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #3 Posted November 9, 2014 Looks like it was a fun day for all.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,410 #4 Posted November 9, 2014 That's what makes this hobby so special that these guys are willing to travel for hours to help another damsel in distress. Well done chaps 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,498 #5 Posted November 9, 2014 Mike.....thanks for sharing. I didn't know you were dealing with stuff. Hope your well. And Brian and Craig....thanks from me. The cream rises to the top. Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,214 #6 Posted November 9, 2014 Super nice friends!!! Did you count your tractors after they left? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,743 #7 Posted November 9, 2014 Sounds like you fellows had a great day of socializing and got some work done as a bonus! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 90 #8 Posted November 9, 2014 I like that power king, looks like fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 655 #9 Posted November 9, 2014 what a wonderful time!! And I agree...there are some of the greatest people here Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,035 #10 Posted November 9, 2014 I can't figure out how to get my Skype shots into my computer so I can show you guys. ...but thanks for the nice day and I will figure it out. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseFixer 2,013 #11 Posted November 9, 2014 Looks like a good Time, I woulda been in on that Skype but I was up late last night and didn't get up till noon! Good luck with yer new to you tractor. I'm sure it means a lot more with all that help. ~Duke 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,144 #12 Posted November 9, 2014 (edited) ...and here's the star of today's show... ...the Skunk himself, just waiting for a snow flake. Edited November 26, 2014 by AMC RULES 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #13 Posted November 9, 2014 I enjoyed the time with all you guys too. The most I accomplished was to sling a few wisecracks at the gang but they seemed not to mind. lol. Was glad Mike is doing well and it was a pleasure getting back in touch with Craig and Brian. And Steve? Ah, just a brother from another Mother. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,694 #14 Posted November 9, 2014 Good fun by all and we even got something done It was a hoot great talking and seeing you guy's Mike thank your Wife again please for the brownies and chili Brian 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,144 #15 Posted November 10, 2014 (edited) OH Boy! Was that chili good too... and I think I lost weight eating those "healthy" brownies. Thanks again, for the awesome Scoobie snacks Mrs Squonk. Edited November 10, 2014 by AMC RULES 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 42,276 #16 Posted November 10, 2014 You guys are more than welcome and great shot of my Bigfoot Craig! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,144 #17 Posted November 10, 2014 OH! That's what that was? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,165 #18 Posted November 10, 2014 It looks as though you guys had a pretty good time..The tractors will never be the main reason why I'm here, its the people.. I'm thinking about bringing a tractor to where I work as well. Being that I'm the only one in the building capable of using the snow blower without destroying it I do all the snow clearing. (plus I like to get out of the building) The last few yrs. though have really worn me out though and a 520 with a blade on it will really help out! I wonder if an Economy/Power King is in Craigs future??? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 42,276 #19 Posted November 10, 2014 Craig's blood is all red!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,560 #20 Posted November 10, 2014 "Steve's head in a box" coming to a garage near you. Looks like a great time. If all it takes is some chili and brownies to get you guys to come over, ill start cooking now. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,144 #21 Posted November 10, 2014 (edited) . "Steve's head in a box", "damsels in distress"... "you should've kept the helmet", and "what the skunk say's make stents" ... Hope you can tell...I had a great time... anyone else needs some help? Edited November 10, 2014 by AMC RULES 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,560 #22 Posted November 10, 2014 (edited) I think steve may have started something....... Edited November 10, 2014 by 19richie66 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,971 #23 Posted November 10, 2014 Its really something special to see how Brian and Craig came through for you Mike. I can tell by the smile on your face that you recgonized it too. A day like that should make you heal faster. I hope you are feeling even better today! 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,560 #24 Posted November 10, 2014 That is what TRUE friends do. Also what is great about this site. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #25 Posted November 10, 2014 Very true Richie. I wish I were closer and could help more. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
