Woodsman 3 #1 Posted June 3, 2011 This was a non-running tractor I picked up last fall. I rebuilt the carb and it now runs like a top. I replaced part of the steering (Thanks Dave) and then decided to clean it up. One thing led to another and here I am three months later. Red paint is Valspar Restoration Series. I love the color but the spray cans were tough to work with. More than once I had to strip and start over. Wheels are Valspar Almond and tires were done with Miller Tire Paint. Thanks for the tip on that excellent product! For the finishing touch, I added some seat springs donated by Cole's dad. Thank you Kevin! I'm finally sitting up and back - making the ride so much more comfortable. Thanks to everyone for all the tips and advice. Here's the starting point: The start of teardown The finished product Just waiting for the last decals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse'n Around 22 #2 Posted June 3, 2011 Wow that turned out terrific, You did a great job on it John. I have been thinking about putting a set of seat springs on my Raider too, what with my broken back I think it will be a great improvement over how it came. Well done John Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Irv 115 #3 Posted June 4, 2011 Nice work!!!! Where did you get the foot pad material? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
massey 118 #4 Posted June 4, 2011 Good job, love those C-160's . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 993 #5 Posted June 4, 2011 real nice lookin tractor,makes me want to do my 75 160 auto Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris11 184 #6 Posted June 4, 2011 Wow that came out great. nice job............ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #7 Posted June 4, 2011 look really good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
corn53 4 #9 Posted June 4, 2011 Aren`t the 73 16 autos great tractors!!! Wow its in great shape!!! Looks awesome!!! :WRS: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stoneman 10 #10 Posted June 4, 2011 Don't remember EVER seeing a nicer looking C-160. And that is a sweet view from the captains chair! VERY nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
earlleecliffton 38 #11 Posted June 4, 2011 Nice job !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woodsman 3 #12 Posted June 5, 2011 Thanks for all the compliments. It means a lot coming from you guys. I got the foot treads at Harbor Freight. Here's a link http://www.harborfreight.com/self-adhesive...read-98856.html On another note, an observant member has corrected me on the model of my tractor. It isn't a C-160 but rather a 16 Auto. Guess I learned something new today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dobeleo 7 #13 Posted June 5, 2011 Wow, that tractor looks awesome! Makes me want to get back to work on mine! Dan Shorewood, Il Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #14 Posted June 23, 2011 Looks great!!! Happy to hear you're a much more comfortable WH owner! Glad I could help! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
corn53 4 #15 Posted June 23, 2011 I love it!!! Gotta get mine 2 look like that!!! Great job!!! :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #16 Posted June 23, 2011 Beautifully done. Calendar material right there. :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
312Hydro 474 #17 Posted June 23, 2011 Very nice work,looks great! :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,164 #18 Posted June 23, 2011 I agree, very nice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike in Esko 34 #19 Posted June 23, 2011 Very, very nicely done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwgdog66 23 #20 Posted June 24, 2011 Sweet!! :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woodsman 3 #21 Posted July 9, 2011 Thanks for all the compliments. Here it is now with decals and deck. http://i1198.photobucket.com/albums/aa451/WoodsmanWheelhorse/IMG_2487.jpg]. http://i1198.photobucket.com/albums/aa451/WoodsmanWheelhorse/IMG_2492.jpg]. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
btrrg1969 11 #22 Posted July 9, 2011 looks like new Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
