Duff 206 #1 Posted December 27, 2009 So Christmas morning comes and we go through the present opening thing. Very nice, and made me feel very blessed that we were able to afford Chrtistmas at all in these tough economic times. So all is done, then a few hours later the wife comes out with a box and a mischievous grin, explaining that Santa must have left something hidden in her closet, 'cuz she sure couldn't remember putting it there. Right........ I open the box and what do I discover but a complete set of decals for my 312-8 created by our friend and fellow RS member, Terry (Vinylguy). Yippeee!!!! I only vaguely remember making a passing comment to my wife a few months ago that sometime this winter I'd need to order up a set of decals to complete the tractor. She [fortunately in this case] doesn't miss a trick! Now fellas, getting a set of decals isn't perhaps the most exciting thing that could happen to any of us (free tractors come to mind...), but I wanted to share this for a reason, especially for the newer members. The quality and craftsmanship of these decals (full set for everything you'd find on a 312-8 or 312-A) is incredible! It's obvious that Terry puts a great deal of research and care into producing these for us. Anyone thinking about doing a rebuild or restoration may want to visit his web site (See Red Square Vendors section) - you will be very pleased if you do business with him. Pictures of the finished project will be forthcoming; I've started the final reassembly. Happy New Year to one and all! Duff Oh...I forgot to mention - my wife somehow even managed to get the RS member discount! Maybe she's been reading this forum over my shoulder more than I thought she had (or visits as a guest when I'm not around. Hmmmmm.....) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MaineDad 85 #2 Posted December 27, 2009 Duff, What a great present! Mrs. Duff, Welcome to RS... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 72 #3 Posted December 27, 2009 What a gift! yes Terry is very good!!!,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bitten 134 #4 Posted December 28, 2009 My wife got me socks that I asked for, I had to get the decals myself :notworthy: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
420lse 18 #5 Posted December 28, 2009 We need to get your wife to talk to all our wifes. I got socks But, I did get a pretty phat Sears gift card. Happy New Year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chazm 413 #6 Posted December 28, 2009 My wife suprised me as well A few months ago I making up some lift brkts for the Raider 10 & was crying about that a driill press would be nice to have I can't believe she was actually listening to me I hope all your families had a good X-mas & you guys got your BIG boy toys :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Operator 7 #7 Posted December 28, 2009 We need to get your wife to talk to all our wifes. I got socks But, I did get a pretty phat Sears gift card. Happy New Year Sears, I'm sure you know doesn't sell Wheel Horse. Ya I got socks too, and new slippers! Randy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,698 #8 Posted December 28, 2009 hey Duff....yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. :notworthy: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linen beige 14 #9 Posted December 28, 2009 I got to see all four of my girls (wife and 3 daughters) smiling at the same time. Nothing else compares. But the wife did get me a GPS machine so that, as she said, I wouldn't get lost on round ups. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coadster32 793 #10 Posted December 28, 2009 Great gift you received Duff!! I got a WHeel Horse gift also. E-bay is/was selling a blanket that folds up into a couch pillow. Looks good in the living room. Thanks Santa! :notworthy: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites