squonk 41,633 #26 Posted February 16, 2014 Nice video but how come we hear you but not the engine? That thing got a "Cloaking Device too? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boovuc 1,090 #27 Posted February 16, 2014 Very cool! They have a look all their own. I am totally surprised that no entrepreneur hasn't taken on building something like this on the open market. I know that Steiner builds articulated lawn and garden tractors but there doesn't seem to be anyone else who has done it with success. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whlpny 203 #28 Posted February 16, 2014 You can't hear the engine because its an electric tractor No seriously- that's a cell phone video - Its hardly audible right from the start when I play it on my phone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheel-mule 46 #29 Posted February 16, 2014 Looks great Bob.Robert I have something for you when I see you.Make sure to look me up at Portland if I don't see you before. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
56flatbed 29 #30 Posted February 16, 2014 That thing is SICK!!! I mean that in the best possible way. All the top engineering schools in the country must have a semester on Wheel Horse "imagineering". 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 993 #31 Posted February 17, 2014 your talents never seice to amaze,truly a work of art,and I like duals but definatly not needed on that beast,i would love to own one one day 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brandonozz 168 #32 Posted February 17, 2014 Love the tractor guys! Really cool! Are the Diffs "limited slip" or locked in any way. Just curious if locking them would be possible and if so, cause any turning issues. Being articulated I wouldn't think locking them would cause any negative with turning. Wow, true 4 X 4 all locked up with that rubber.... unstopable! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,633 #33 Posted February 17, 2014 Gonna have to hook it to the Ford for a Tug of War! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #34 Posted February 18, 2014 That machine is just awesome! Looks great! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #35 Posted February 20, 2014 Well some of you might know how difficult it is in finding the Gt14 muffler, vitually impossible right. I got lucky and have come across two NOS GT14 mufflers in my time. Sold one and kept the other. There were a few other NOS parts that I threw at this bad boy. A fuel tank that had never seen fuel, electric clutch, a two piece seat w/ arm rests, headlight lense with the chrome horse, I won a fuel valve on ebay from across the pond. I saved big bucks on that they go for around $40 bucks plus shipping and handling so you end up right around $50, got it for $20 plus $7 shipping. So all in all pretty happy camper. It will be painted within the next month depending on weather. Decals have arrived so theres not a whole lot left to do. I've got a really nice steering wheel to pick up and other than that, I can't wait to be cruisin in style or at least in the GT14 style. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,410 #36 Posted February 22, 2014 John , It Makes a change for you US guys to be buying wheelhorse parts from us guys in the UK , hope the fuel valve is good . I just love your GT 16 4x4 , wished i had the knowledge to be able to do something like that 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #37 Posted February 22, 2014 Neil, myself did nothing but supply the pieces. Bob is truly a master at buildng these. This tractor conversation started a few years back at one of the shows were we hang out for a few days. He told me buy some tires we'll build one. He's well, what is he? Artist? Creative? Imaginative? Skilled? Talent? He's every bit of that and a whole lot more words could be used to describe him. Where do you start? I'm the lucky one here. The tractors Bob builds are How do you decribe? I know how I feel about this question but I am going to leave this question open to see what kind of responses I get. I say "Totally Awesome" 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-101plowerpower 1,606 #38 Posted February 22, 2014 absolutely awesome, bob is a articulating god i'm amased by how he builds these beasts, gotta have some real fab and imagination skills, top job to say at least. Koen 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,410 #39 Posted February 22, 2014 I am really looking forward to seeing this tractor at the big show in June , seeing the tractor will be one of the highlights of my visit to the US , so june cant round come round quick enough, I also hope top see some more of Bobs artwork . John , Owning a tractor that someone has created for you must be a real heart warming feeling, but also a difficult one too , in so much as , How do you ever part with something that has been created for you . ? for me it would be an easy answer , i would never part with it as it would be tooo special . 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 2,616 #40 Posted February 23, 2014 Neil, myself did nothing but supply the pieces. Bob is truly a master at buildng these. This tractor conversation started a few years back at one of the shows were we hang out for a few days. He told me buy some tires we'll build one. He's well, what is he? Artist? Creative? Imaginative? Skilled? Talent? He's every bit of that and a whole lot more words could be used to describe him. Where do you start? I'm the lucky one here. The tractors Bob builds are How do you decribe? I know how I feel about this question but I am going to leave this question open to see what kind of responses I get. I say "Totally Awesome" Bob along with a select few are the ones who have inspired me to build something unique. One thing is for sure, he sets that bar darn high!! I don't think I'll match his build quality and uniqueness, but hopefully have some fun on the way. I can't imagine you EVER wanting to take it apart for painting I'd just want to play..... But then I guess you will want it super shiny for June. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #41 Posted March 18, 2014 I couldn't agree more with that. Planning a weekend trip so Bob can actually start the paint process and then it's all down hill from there. I'lll stop back after the trip with some more pictures. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,633 #42 Posted March 18, 2014 I think it's big enough to haul a Dinosaur! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #43 Posted April 16, 2014 You guys can probably tell that the tractor has been painted by the photos in the gallery. I am going to throw a couple more out there for now and see maybe we can get some good weather and maybe a video who knows. As this process has been moving forward the words that I look for are like "awesome". How else would you desdribe it? 12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,141 #44 Posted April 16, 2014 Awesome teasers John...can't wait for the vids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,045 #45 Posted April 16, 2014 I can't wait to see this, John. Awesome is right! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 2,616 #46 Posted April 16, 2014 (edited) Freakin awesome John! :thumbs: Edited April 19, 2014 by meadowfield Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
js5020 111 #47 Posted April 17, 2014 That machine is flat out amazing!!! Excellent work! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimt1971 237 #48 Posted April 17, 2014 John that thing looks great. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shorts 182 #49 Posted April 17, 2014 AWSOME doesn't do it justice, but inquiring minds have to know, are you positive that it's not a HOLDER with some body and paint work? it sure looks like a production machine and I can't wait for a chance to see it in person. I'll say it again AWSOME BUILD 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #50 Posted April 18, 2014 John, That is AWESOME looking! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
