Clone of KenB's Custom Suburban ....

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

Well this is looking a lot like Ken's custom Suburban (not near as pretty tho). Once my son (Brennan who is 5 years old) saw Cole's (Ken's Custom Burban) he has been asking me to build him a "hot rod". So.... here is the start. She is a strong runner and I may only paint the wheels. I think they will end up having black wheels and leaving the tractor paint as is...

Brennan rat 1.bmp

Brennan rat 2.bmp

brennan rat 3.bmp

[AMC RULES 37,125]

Looks like he was born with that lean.

Priceless!

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

Craig,

Can you change the other pics too?

[AMC RULES 37,125]

Yep. Initially. just save 'em as a .jpg file instead of .bmp...then they'll upload here no problems.

I'm thinking Steve, this one might even be cooler than Kens.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

Thanks Craig, for some reason I cannot save as a jpeg from my ipad? And by the way this is NOT coller than Ken's .. (unless you like rusty and ratty) ...

[AMC RULES 37,125]

REAL rats are all about that. :banana-rock:

[bowtiebutler956 650]

I like it, and it looks like Brennan does to! I love seeing kids get involved in this awesome hobby!

Matt :flags-texas:

[VinsRJ 721]

Looks good Steve!

[Ken B 3,164]

Lookin good Steve, Brennan must love it! I have been thrashing on Cole's new Hot Rat. (Cole named it) I'm gonna get off a little easy on this one as he has decided against repainting it. I'm proud of him! Tonight I welded 11 holes closed on the hood, welded on new tank straps and did some creative weathering of the paint to blend it all in. She looks so much better than yesterday. It will still take me a few months to finish it though, lots of details to do.

[Ken B 3,164]

REAL rats are all about that.

For the record Mr. Craig, my Burban is the Anti-Rat. Now put that in yer pipe n smoke it.

[AMC RULES 37,125]

Two things I know Ken, it's gorgeous...whatever you call it, and I've never smoked. :text-datsphatyo:

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

Here are some updated pictures of the tractor with the wheels and tires painted....

rat 1.bmp

rat 2.bmp

[AMC RULES 37,125]

Out of control.

[roscoemi 245]

Little guy is sayin " do you feel lucky, punk? Well do ya? This here's my 44 magnum". :teasing-poke:

[bowtiebutler956 650]

That thing looks tough Steve!

Matt :flags-texas:

[Coadster32 793]

You got to PIMP-MY Ride!!! Both the rat and anti-rat look really awesome!!

[VinsRJ 721]

I do not know which one has a meaner face... the kid or tractor? LOL!

[AMC RULES 37,125]

Did turn out really nice Steve...kinda, sorta makes me want to clone the clone.

[wallfish 16,977]

I really like the look of the seat dropped down between the fenders.

That boy sure loves the tractors!

[Coadster32 793]

I like the look too. Talk about a nut roaster!!

[clintonnut 126]

Next thing will result in a command engine in that thing! Heaven forbid! :laughing-rolling:

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

Just a quick update. I purchased a tombstone front weight bracket from Mike (Racinfool here) that he is making. I installed it and added the weight. The front tires are not filled so the front end is pretty light. This makes a world of difference for sure. I also changed out the drive pulley to a smaller one and a smaller belt. Took it for a quick spin and it is much faster now.

Ken... this bad boy is ready to line them up .... lol

[Ken B 3,164]

Are you sure you are ready for me?

PINKS?

Edited December 5, 2012 by Ken B

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

Maybe not... I am sure you have a trick or two in your back pocket...

[Ken B 3,164]

But you do have a 1 hp advantage.....