76c12091520h 3,618 #1 Posted October 4, 2022 Spent a rainy Saturday putting our newly acquired NOS 314 back into showroom condition after 20+ years of un-covered indoor storage. Took it to the shop , carefully removed a few pieces & gave it a thorough soap and water bath, followed by a blow dry and 2 bake cycles in the booth to remove any hidden moisture. Even though it was stored indoors, time and dust had made the finish less than pristine , so some corrective measures were needed. A light color sanding and buffing brought the finish back, followed by a complete ceramic coating. PTO assembly was removed and re-greased, along with a cleaning of the clutch mating surfaces. All the wire connections (plugs) were cleaned and re-greased as needed, oil was changed, gear oil changed, cup holder was installed. Deck chute and battery are here too ( not shown ) . Now it looks like a new machine should. 5 27 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ineedanother 1,369 #2 Posted October 4, 2022 Incredible. Just incredible. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R Scheer 502 #3 Posted October 4, 2022 Beautiful work, I don't think it looked anywhere that good in the showroom! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #4 Posted October 4, 2022 Well done! And thanks for the fantastic details, explanations and pictures 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,851 #5 Posted October 4, 2022 What a perfect display of craftsmanship! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OutdoorEnvy 1,522 #6 Posted October 4, 2022 Great job!! Beautiful machine! So how did it do cutting that grass? 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #7 Posted October 4, 2022 Phenominal. A+.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,018 #8 Posted October 4, 2022 I always say these machines were meant to be worked. Maybe in this case, that machine is an exception. It's beautiful as it sits, and likely one of the last we'll see in this condition. I hope you can keep it this nice! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #10 Posted October 4, 2022 Always nice to see these old girls being taken care of the right way! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,319 #11 Posted October 4, 2022 Yup, I'm figuring the pictures of it on the grass is about as close that one will get to seeing yard duty.... 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skwerl58 704 #12 Posted October 4, 2022 That's a real looker! Great work on the restore. Knowledge and equipment are the key success and you have it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moparfanforever 844 #13 Posted October 5, 2022 Holy Smokes !!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,018 #14 Posted October 6, 2022 I wasn't awake when I replied earlier, so I failed to mention you now own BOTH of the best looking tractors I've seen so far! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
76c12091520h 3,618 #15 Posted October 6, 2022 3 hours ago, kpinnc said: I wasn't awake when I replied earlier, so I failed to mention you now own BOTH of the best looking tractors I've seen so far! Thank you sir. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brockport Bill 1,661 #16 Posted October 6, 2022 spectacular !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorseVH 104 #17 Posted October 7, 2022 That is the closest thing to seeing one come off the factory line. Beautiful work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stegs 325 #18 Posted October 7, 2022 wow. amazing job ! tractor looks like brand new off the factory line Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skippy1969 135 #19 Posted October 10, 2022 Incredible,WOW! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
23 Reo 229 #20 Posted October 10, 2022 Although my Horses are well worked and not shiny your tractor is too nice to use. It belongs in a museum. The only thing I would do is run it 1/10 of an hour. The number 13 makes me uneasy. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHGuy413 2,683 #21 Posted October 11, 2022 Beautiful job. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kwalshy 229 #22 Posted October 14, 2022 You certainly do find some gems, and along with your skills and talent, your pride & passion for these WHs is best in class. Looking that good, it should be in a museum, like the Smithsonian, or your living room! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
