rmaynard 15,458 #26 Posted June 16, 2010 Get a hammer and dolly and start tappin' on the metal till the thing is straight. That metal is tough and will straighten pretty easy. A little body filler will do the rest. My fender pan was pretty dented from the underside from rocks and snow chains. I tapped out almost all of the dents and used a minimal amount of filler. I am no body man, but it wasn't all that hard to do. Question is, are you going to have it ready for the show next Friday? Everything looks good so far. Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #27 Posted June 16, 2010 I think I'm ok with getting the dents out, just a little unsure about pulling the right side back out. I was thinking about bolting it down to something solid so I can use a little leverage to pull it back up, then go at it with the hammer and dolly...hope I don't make it worse.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmuone 15 #28 Posted June 16, 2010 He bent the metal and did not break the lens or light? He is a gentle ruffian an't he! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #29 Posted June 16, 2010 Get a hammer and dolly and start tappin' on the metal till the thing is straight. That metal is tough and will straighten pretty easy. A little body filler will do the rest. My fender pan was pretty dented from the underside from rocks and snow chains. I tapped out almost all of the dents and used a minimal amount of filler. I am no body man, but it wasn't all that hard to do. Question is, are you going to have it ready for the show next Friday? Everything looks good so far. Bob I could load it all up in boxes!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 72 #30 Posted June 16, 2010 The 2 areas where the arrows are factory places that are not perfect from stamping fender pan,the other area can be pushed back out by turning fender upside down,holding steady and pushing out or down with your foot to get most if not all,a little at a time!,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #31 Posted June 18, 2010 Well, I am probably making a much bigger deal out of this than it really is, but here goes....At first I had no doubt that I would use the TSC Resto primer and paint. The color is not perfect but still just fine with me. (solved) I painted a few small items with a spray bomb and noticed it was very soft, so...not really a problem because I intend to use the spray gun with hardner. Only problem is I haven't seen the finished product, is it really that much harder? (still to be decided) I have read some of the post here and other places and thought maybe acrylic enamel was the way to go for durability, and better finish. I understand the TSC is an alkyd enamel that will fade and chalk after some time. Then I confused myself even further by listening to a "pro"...now we have acrylic urathane and expoxy primer in the mix. Then I read that most of it is toxic and will kill you. So...after all that...can anybody tell me if the TSC Resto Series is in fact reasonably durable and safe to use or should I go for the acrylic enamel (urathane is out) AND can it be applies over the TSC primer? :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Save Old Iron 1,566 #32 Posted June 18, 2010 Then I read that most of it is toxic and will kill you. Possibly, but that's why we are letting Bob experiment with it first. We will keep a close eye on him for the next 6 months. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #33 Posted March 1, 2017 Well, after almost 7 years I am finally able to get back to this project! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmsgaffer 2,043 #34 Posted March 1, 2017 Better late than never! Welcome Back! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Texas Todd 1,025 #35 Posted March 1, 2017 Holy cow! I didn't notice the dates from the previous posts. Back to the grind! I used Rustoleum Regal Red and hardener, cut with acetone and it came out nice. Just to see how it would wear, I painted my mailbox last June or July. It still looks brand new. The before and after. Keep up the good work! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #36 Posted March 2, 2017 My son now works for a shop that does blasting and powder coating and I'm thinking about having all parts except the engine done. Does anyone have experience with powder coat? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmsgaffer 2,043 #37 Posted March 2, 2017 If you do a search on here for "powder coat", there have been several whole tractors done in powder. @Martin is the resident expert as far as I am aware. I think the consensus is that if the prep is done thorough and very well then it is very durable and will last a long time. There is not usually as much shine or gloss to it and the surface may not be as smooth, some people like it others don't. Personally, I have my wheel powder coated and then if I do any tractors ever it will probably be in epoxy with hardener, but I dont have access to cheap powder coating either... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,496 #38 Posted March 2, 2017 BTW, since this is a restoration project, I moved it to the Restoration, etc., forum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #39 Posted March 2, 2017 3 hours ago, T-Mo said: BTW, since this is a restoration project, I moved it to the Restoration, etc., forum. Sounds good, thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaySide1 138 #40 Posted March 2, 2017 6 hours ago, bmsgaffer said: If you do a search on here for "powder coat", there have been several whole tractors done in powder. @Martin is the resident expert as far as I am aware. I think the consensus is that if the prep is done thorough and very well then it is very durable and will last a long time. There is not usually as much shine or gloss to it and the surface may not be as smooth, some people like it others don't. Personally, I have my wheel powder coated and then if I do any tractors ever it will probably be in epoxy with hardener, but I dont have access to cheap powder coating either... My 1991 520H has had the sheet Metal Powder Coated. Pic Below 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #41 Posted April 23 (edited) Well, after another lengthy absence I am back at it again! I did end up sending almost all of the parts to the powder coating guy, should have them back this week. The Hydro Trans was split apart, and it looks great inside, I'll put a new gasket on and get it painted sometime this week too, so hopefully in a week or so I'll have a rolling chassis. Edited April 23 by mflowers 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #42 Posted May 2 Parts are back from powder coating! Now it’s time to get to work! 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #43 Posted May 12 I’ve got a rolling frame! I did run into something I wasn’t anticipating with the powder coat on the axle shafts, it had to be removed before they would go together. I hope this isn’t too big of an issue with other parts. I think I’ll be fine with bolt holes but anywhere there is a tight tolerance it could be. The color is a little brighter than the Regal Red I used in the hydro case so I’ll need to tape that off and put a coat of the new color I picked up that matches, cherry red I think. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #44 Posted May 23 It’s steerable now so I can easily move it around the garage. I’ll put on a few more parts to get the steering assembly rigid and then start on the motor! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moparfanforever 844 #45 Posted May 23 Looking good!! You will be happy with the end result. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OoPEZoO 524 #46 Posted May 23 (edited) On 5/12/2024 at 7:49 AM, mflowers said: I did run into something I wasn’t anticipating with the powder coat on the axle shafts, it had to be removed before they would go together. I hope this isn’t too big of an issue with other parts. I think I’ll be fine with bolt holes but anywhere there is a tight tolerance it could be. Thanks for that note right there. I was literally just thinking about that earlier this week and wondering the same question with regards to powder coating and tight fitting parts. When you say axle shafts, I assume you are referring to the front spindles? Was it the axle to wheel, or spindle to frame that was the concern…..both? just curious, as I’ve got 2 separate projects coming up that I am considering powder coat and would likely run into similar headaches. Edited May 23 by OoPEZoO Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #47 Posted May 24 22 hours ago, OoPEZoO said: Thanks for that note right there. I was literally just thinking about that earlier this week and wondering the same question with regards to powder coating and tight fitting parts. When you say axle shafts, I assume you are referring to the front spindles? Was it the axle to wheel, or spindle to frame that was the concern…..both? just curious, as I’ve got 2 separate projects coming up that I am considering powder coat and would likely run into similar headaches. Yes, I meant the front spindles and it was both sides. So far I’ve had to remove the powder coat from those, the steering shafts, and the pin that attaches the front axle, but only where they mate. My next problem is going to be sliding the collar up on the steering shaft that the wheel mounts to and foot pedals. I’m using a wire wheel on the bench grinder but may resort to some paint stripper and just repaint those areas with a spray bomb. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #48 Posted June 17 More progress made on the chassis. One I get the hydro pump and motor bolted back on, I’ll move on to the engine. I need to get disassembled and measured before ordering my kit from iSaveTractors. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #49 Posted June 19 (edited) I seem to have lost a piece along the way. Does anyone know where I can get the console cover shown here? Edited June 19 by mflowers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,361 #50 Posted June 20 A Z Tractor would be a good place to start, unless you're coming to the Big Show Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
