redrooster 83 #101 Posted May 16, 2014 Seat pan ready for paint. Also welded cracks near mounting holes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redrooster 83 #102 Posted May 28, 2014 Finished the seat pan with a coat of rustolem and replaced the seat cover. After getting some of the usual spring chores done I was able to get the motor painted. I made a backer plate for the ignition coil mounting bracket to keep it from cracking the motor cover. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redrooster 83 #103 Posted June 3, 2014 Found a nice rubber insulated clamp at Lowes to secure my battery tray drain line. Also I have connected hoses to the vents on the battery to make sure no battery acid would not reach the drain pan. In the past leaking batteries have caused much corrosion on the steering tower. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 8,652 #104 Posted June 4, 2014 I know what you are going through I have done a c-121 and c-161 with the same detail. Believe me the time and money is well spent, as you will have a great feeling every time you look at it! You will think, man I have a really nice tractor that I am proud of. Keep up the good work, can't wait to see it all done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #105 Posted June 4, 2014 Well thought out. Planning your moves. Makes for a nice job. Like your getting. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Save Old Iron 1,566 #106 Posted June 4, 2014 Found a nice rubber insulated clamp at Lowes to secure my battery tray drain line. Also I have connected hoses to the vents on the battery to make sure no battery acid would not reach the drain pan. In the past leaking batteries have caused much corrosion on the steering tower. Nice. Very nice. Now if you could find some foam rubber vibration dampening material for under the battery, you might extended the life of the battery too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redrooster 83 #107 Posted June 16, 2014 Finally got the fender painted and ready to install. For some reason I got got a lot of Orange peel so I had to wet sand it with 1000 grit and hand rub it with rubbing compound. Next up hood! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redrooster 83 #108 Posted June 27, 2014 While waiting to paint the hood I have been making several adjustments in how the panels fit up, installing new amp meter and replacing the carriage bolts with stainless steel bolts. Also looking into a surface mounted tachometer. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JT Burkard 4 #109 Posted June 28, 2014 Really looking good. I can't wait to see it all finished. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redrooster 83 #110 Posted July 17, 2014 Heading down the final stretch. Painted the hood but some orange peel. I'm in the process of wet sanding it with 1000 grit than rubbing it out with compound. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,554 #111 Posted July 17, 2014 Looking really good! By the way, nice ferris, those are some good machines. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #112 Posted July 18, 2014 Your doing a 1st class job. Its really turning out sweet. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redrooster 83 #113 Posted August 7, 2014 Latest picture as im nearing the finish line. Progress has been slow with all the summer activities. Basically I just need to finish the hood and apply the decals. After that I'll try to summarize how this restoration unfolded. I'm hoping to attend the Warsaw event October the 4th. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #114 Posted August 7, 2014 Exceptional fine work. And when I think how you battled the winter also. Wow! Can't wait for the finale pictures. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redrooster 83 #115 Posted October 1, 2014 Finally the long road to restore my C-141 to its former glory is complete. She looks good and runs great. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #116 Posted October 1, 2014 Glory is the right word for that one, looks great Red! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,497 #117 Posted October 1, 2014 Red,,,, first class / top notch. What a great job. It was really great following you go through the steps. The end result,,,,, superb. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,408 #118 Posted October 1, 2014 Very nice. Just went back and read the whole topic front to back again... congratulations on a fine looking machine. Just in time for Scott's, eh? I'm sure it will get some well deserved attention there! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiebutler956 650 #119 Posted October 1, 2014 Very nice work indeed! Matt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishin4a416 2,191 #120 Posted October 1, 2014 Looks great. Very nice job all around!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc724 925 #121 Posted October 1, 2014 Very nice. I finished my restoration of an identical machine about 10 months ago. I did not touch the engine though. I am a firm believer in the "if it's not broke, don't touch it" school. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redrooster 83 #122 Posted October 2, 2014 Thanks to all the members of Red Square for your advice, tips and support. Since this was my first restore your help was very much appreciated. You helped me stay focused when I wasn't sure how to proceed. [emoji106] [emoji106] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,164 #123 Posted October 3, 2014 That came out very nice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #124 Posted October 3, 2014 Your 141 turned out really nice. Great job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aboutime 9 #125 Posted October 3, 2014 LOOKS GREAT. WILL YOU BE ABLE TO GET IT DIRTY? I FIND IT VERY HARD TO GET ONE DIRTY AFTER ALL THAT WORK. IF I DO, I WIPE THEM OF BEFORE I PUT THEM AWAY. AGAIN IT LOOKS REALLY NICE. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
