Firpo701 407 #1 Posted October 24, 2014 Ok...been feeling a bit under the weather lately, as some of you know. Haven't really felt much like :wh:'n around much. So I read where Geno scarfed up a 953/1054 the other day, and I thought, "ya know, cancer, smancer, I gotta get this 953 torn down before they start treating this stuff, because during recovery, it'll be a lot easier to clean parts and paint than all this nasty tear down". So, I got myself out here tonight, and got quite a bit stripped off the 953. Next I have to pull the Transaxle and hydraulics. Looks like I'm going to have to go through the hydro pump also. So here's the pics fellas! p.s....Geno doesn't have this area completely tied up and monopolized! And he's not the only one with a deep evil plan! That last pic is of a k161, with cub cadet accessories. Goina sell those accessories, and add this as number 3 to my 7hp collection! "MUWAHHAHAHA!" Lol! Trying to trade a guy out of a 68 Lawn Ranger as we speak also! :laughing-rolling: 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishin4a416 2,191 #2 Posted October 24, 2014 I will be watching. Nice machine to start with. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 11,023 #3 Posted October 24, 2014 That's right very good bones and now you are engaged in a great , great project! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #4 Posted October 24, 2014 Looks like you have a good machine for a restore....You going to paint over the cat? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Firpo701 407 #5 Posted October 24, 2014 Looks like you have a good machine for a restore....You going to paint over the cat? Nah...I'll mask him off! :-P 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #6 Posted October 24, 2014 Wow, grille and headlamp covers, I'm impressed! Can't wait to see what you do with this one! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 56,144 #7 Posted October 25, 2014 Nice project, sorry to hear the "C" word but like your attitude. PS, you get bonus points for including the cat in the photos. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
k2wilson 41 #8 Posted October 25, 2014 (edited) I'll be watching as well, as I'm in the midst of restoring a 953 too. By the small headlights, it looks like you have an early production model too. Do you happen to know it's serial number? Edited October 25, 2014 by k2wilson Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeremi3210 735 #9 Posted October 25, 2014 953 is one of my favorite tractors!! Looks like you got a nice one to start with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,141 #10 Posted October 25, 2014 Go Firpo...Go! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,530 #11 Posted October 25, 2014 (edited) Nice project to keep your mind off things. I would be imterested in the cub tank if it is decent. Shoot me a pm with a price or your phone number if you decide to sell it. Thanks and take care. Edited October 25, 2014 by 19richie66 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
