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Seems like about this time every year a copy or few of "the book" show up on ebay. It's just people cashing in on an investment. You can call it greedy if you like, but really this is a prime case of supply and demand setting price. When the first edition was sold out and the final decision was made that there wouldn't be anymore printed, the secondary market price went crazy. There are some people in this hobby who have deep pockets and a passion for their hobby. Money is no object at times, yes, even in this economy. When the second edition was released, it was made known from the beginning that there would only be a certain number published/printed. Of that, there was a special limited release of 150 numbered units that included a foil sticker on the cover and additional novelty copies of historical company information. Because of the reaction of the market price when the first edition went out of print, many people snatched up several copies of the second edition as an investment, planning to sit on them, and resell them slowly and make money. Nothing wrong with that, many of us do it every day with tractors and parts.... this "part" just happens to be a book. Please refrain from any negative commentary on this subject. You just never know who is on the other end of that transaction. It may just be someone who's a member here. (and no.... it's not me. )

I was driving home today, and in my rear view mirror I spotted wheels sticking up over the top of a pickup truck that was following me. As he passed me, I saw that it was a Wheel Horse dump cart. When he stopped at a light, I rolled down the window and asked where he was going with it, and his answer was DUMP. Needless to say I asked him to follow me home, which he did. Not only did I get a cart, but free delivery as well.

You are corrected, the electrolysis process will lift paint, rust & grease. Like I said I seldom dig out my sandblaster anymore, infact it's been so long since I used it I may have to e tank it.

You really can't go wrong with any of our vendors and Terry does outstanding work. Of course during the holiday time, don't forget to get your Wheel Horse gifts from Terry and our other vendors! They work hard to keep you happy, and do a damn good job at that too.

So I have had a little bit of time to put into my 854. I have her almost finished, got a new to me seat, got the decals which look great, my carlisle tru-powers should be here anyday now. I got the engine & starter mounted, toolbox & fenders well see for yourself below. This afternoon I took a few minutes to wire everything with good quality 12 gauge wire & heavy battery cables. I put the battery in and VOILA the old starter and engine turned like a charm. All I need to do now is get the fuel line on and add the fluids & she will be running. I am going to tidy up the wiring with a few zip-ties but she is almost done. I hope you guys are enjoying my progress as much as I am. I will take my time on the hood, I want it to really look nice.

Love this view...would love it more if it were taken in my truck but... Very nice 653. Congrats It looks super nice.