A new horse in the stable this morning

[rmaynard 15,407]

I didn't want to do another restoration this winter, but when this one followed me home, I couldn't resist. Since the featured tractors at the Wheel Horse Collectors Club show next year are the 1961's, this 701 will have to be there.

[AMC RULES 37,124]

...but, it's original work clothes still look so nice.

Nice one Bob.

[buckrancher 2,679]

great score Bob

[ol550 830]

Any plans yet on the dash and throttle modification? Looks like a good one though. Mike

[rmaynard 15,407]

Any plans yet on the dash and throttle modification? Looks like a good one though. Mike

Ordering a new dash panel from Glen, and checking into throttle cable availability.

[jay in nc 210]

boy howdy thats a nice one Bob, your restorations are sooo nice i dont know which will be better , do it up or clean it up ? nice horse & looking forward to seeing it in person in june either way you decide. jay

[fireman 1,021]

Nice Bob! Looks to be complete including the elusive belt guard !!!

[Ken B 3,164]

Nicest ORIGINAL 701 I've seen.

[Jake Kuhn 1,554]

Thats one nice score bob! Sure you want to redo that one? Jake

[Don1977 604]

It just need a good wash and wax, it will be just like all the other restored tractors if you give it a redo.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

I am with Jake for sure.... If there is a candidate to keep all original that is it IMO.... Very nice !

[KC9KAS 4,741]

Nice looking tractor!

[roscoemi 245]

Would look great with a cleanup. Do you already have the pb blast out? :eusa-whistle:

[HorseFixer 2,012]

WTF not a B-100? I need to come over and take your temp Dang where getting another brother of the round hoods! Bob that is one nice

lookin 701. Great Find! Cheers ~Duke

[rmaynard 15,407]

WTF not a B-100? I need to come over and take your temp

I think the B-100 addiction was broken when I bought the Commando. So now I guess I'm officially in the "hood"

[Lars 526]

Realy good looking horse there Bob.... :)

[55rj35jr 623]

like the restored ones but this one a perfect original example I'd wash it up and leave it as is nice find!!

[rmaynard 15,407]

There is quite a bit more rust and other minor defects than what meets the eye in those pictures. The previous owner made a custom dash, and drilled holes in various places for "unauthorized" accessories. There is a problem with the steering, transmission seals are leaking, generator belt cover has a mysterious hole drilled into it, and the lift cable is frayed. So since it's going to be in many pieces soon, I am inclined to proceed with a total restoration. Like my B-100 and Commando 8, it's only going to go to shows.

[Coadster32 793]

Nice find for sure. The work you do is great, and I'm sure this one will be no different. :handgestures-thumbupright:

[VinsRJ 721]

Really nice 701, Bob.

If its going to come all apart I'd restore it too.

[speedyleedy 205]

Nice looking 701 you have there Bob ! :)

[Kelly 1,029]

I vote for fixing it and leaving it orig. BUT if your going to restore one that looks like a great starting point.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

Thats it Bob, you are out voted.... it stays original.. lol

[Ken B 3,164]

Too late Steve! I bet Bob has that sucker all taken down in a pile of parts already! I think we can all rest easy though, she is in capable hands. We have all seen Bob's work, he is going to do it right.

[rmaynard 15,407]

Ken, you are right. My grandson Ryan came over to spend the day yesterday. I had taken the hood off to take pictures of the bottom bracket, and Ryan decided to go out and take a look at the my new acquisition. By the time I got out there, he had gotten his tools, and well...a picture is worth a thousand words...

With a little help from me, by the time he left last night, it was down to the frame.

I guess the decision has been made.

More to follow...