Jake Kuhn 1,556 #51 Posted December 8, 2014 Thanks Bob, and yes I had it turned .010 under and bought a .010 under rod for it. Put the engine back together today, went pretty well. I also, tore apart and siliconed the trans last night, that went well too, but it should of for being the 7th or 8th time I took it apart. lol I hope to get some stuff painted this week, but I may end up priming and sanding some more stuff first so I can spray it all at the same time. These are all ready for another coat of primer And these aren't the best pictures, but what you see here is ready for a coat of paint along with the engine,frame, and hood for my 57 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,556 #52 Posted December 15, 2014 Hi All, Here's a little bit of an update but not too much has happened on it. These are all ready for paint along with the 57 frame and hood And Blasted some of the bolts so I can have a friend cad coat them for me, the bag is for my 57 and the box is for the 59 And these still need primed...hopefully this week 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #53 Posted December 15, 2014 Real nice job you're doing there Jake, she should be like new when you get her done. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,556 #54 Posted December 22, 2014 (edited) Here's a little update on the 59. Started painting some stuff on friday, got some done, but not everything. Also reprimed the other parts and got them sanded and ready for paint. I'm going to merge the 57 with this thread for now, as its all getting painted together at the same time. Today I put the 57 frame back together and glued some tank straps in it. Anyways here's some pictures of whats been painted, and the stuff that was reprimed/sanded. Hope to have most of this stuff painted by the end of the week. Gear case cover back on These were painted, but got messed up a little bit, so they were scuffed and will get repainted The tank straps glued in, I've done this on several tractors now, and it has worked well. And some shiny red parts(In case your wondering, yes this is my closet. ) The top 2 pictures are for the 57 and bottom 2 or for the 59 Will add more pictures as more stuff gets painted Edited December 22, 2014 by Jake Kuhn 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,141 #55 Posted December 22, 2014 Always love seeing how other people live with their tractors in the house. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molon_Labe 731 #56 Posted December 22, 2014 Jake you are doing a wonderful job. Your patience shows with the quality work so far. Looks great, keep the updates coming!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildman 205 #57 Posted December 22, 2014 Looking good.Really would like to see whats in the fridge 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,530 #58 Posted December 22, 2014 Lookin good Jake. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,556 #59 Posted December 23, 2014 Thanks all! Here's some more parts....getting closer to having everything painted! Also, ended up with this the other day, plan on using it on this tractor. NOS 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clintonnut 126 #60 Posted December 24, 2014 Awesome work! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,556 #61 Posted December 24, 2014 Thanks charlie, Here's the last batch of parts for a few days. I have a couple parts to sand, and then I will do the frame and hood for the 57. My closet is getting full! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,141 #62 Posted December 24, 2014 You should hang up some Christmas lights in there Jake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ol550 830 #63 Posted December 25, 2014 You should hang up some Christmas lights in there Jake. Or you could add some green parts for a festive look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #64 Posted December 25, 2014 (edited) Looking good Jake, it's gonna be a beauty! About those green parts though... Edited December 25, 2014 by Geno Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clueless 3,012 #65 Posted January 3, 2015 Jake, what are you gluing the tank straps with,and what do you use for straps? Chris. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,556 #66 Posted January 7, 2015 Chris, sorry just saw your post now, it is a 3m 2 part epoxy glue, part number is 08115, it is not very cheap though, we use it at our body shop so had it on hand, you may be able to take it to a shop and see if they wouldn't charge you much for just a little. I bought a sheet of metal the same thickness of the original straps and got had some pieces sheered to the correct width. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,363 #67 Posted January 7, 2015 Great job Jake. My restored 58 has both straps broken off. I do not want to weld then I need to repaint so... I am going to try your method of epoxy. One thing that I have learned is to build a tank support on my RJs. While on the trailer going to shows is where the most stress occurs. I got to a show one time only to find my gas tank broken off. I cannot find a pic but I simply use a threaded rod and fab up a connection on both ends. One goes to the bolt under the front tank strap and the other goes down to the bolt that holds the front of the hood to the frame. It is not original but should have been..... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #69 Posted January 7, 2015 Looks great Jake! Keep up the good work. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,164 #70 Posted January 8, 2015 Yes as always Jake top notch work! You will be running the family body shop in no time! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,556 #71 Posted January 19, 2015 (edited) Been putting off working on the belt guard for a while now. It was in really bad shape. It had some major dents in it and the hole the crankshaft goes through was worn very big and to an oval. My dad helped me today, and we ended up drilling out and welding in a washer around the hole for the crankshaft. From the side you see its hard to tell its even been repaired, not so nice on the backside, but thats covered up. I'm very happy with the way it turned out, especially with what it started as. A quick beadblasting before wiping on some bondo Some bondo on it, not the prettiest, but it worked And sanded It needs another coat on the top and will be ready for primer. Edited January 19, 2015 by Jake Kuhn 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jparkes43 329 #72 Posted January 19, 2015 oh wow i joined late but this is looking amazing lovely restoration progress james 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #73 Posted January 19, 2015 Nice work Jake. It's amazing how much time can be spent on 1 part isn't it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,556 #74 Posted January 19, 2015 Thanks guys, and Geno, yes it is! I almost hate to say it, but I think I put over 100 hrs into the frame on my 57. It sure will be nice though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,498 #75 Posted January 19, 2015 A+ is my grade on that baby. Real sweet Jake. Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
