grnlark 487 #1 Posted November 21, 2014 I've had this Cub for years and never really did much with it other than drive the kids around. A few weeks ago I decided it needed a new look. Aside from the new rims and tires, I modified an aftermarket front drop axle to rake the nose 2.5 inches. I added the front plate under the grill to give it a smoother look too. The skinnier front rims are from a 49 Baird Beaver. 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dennist 139 #2 Posted November 21, 2014 You gave that original a real sweet look with just a few touches.....great job. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #3 Posted November 21, 2014 The stance looks very nice for sure !! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #4 Posted November 21, 2014 The wheel/tire combo definitely make it pop. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,408 #5 Posted November 21, 2014 Looks nice, but I actually like the original look better on those. Nice custom though. Enjoy it! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #6 Posted November 21, 2014 Nice! I like it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,496 #7 Posted November 22, 2014 I'm with Jason, I like the "original" look better. But you still did a great job on the things you did to it. Nice job. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris11 184 #8 Posted November 22, 2014 I'm with Jason, I like the "original" look better. But you still did a great job on the things you did to it. Nice job.No taste, guy doesn't even own a wheelhorse. I love the new look great job Matt 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coadster32 793 #9 Posted November 22, 2014 Matt, You have a good eye for this stuff. The look is great in my book. Huge improvement. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elliot ness 1,916 #10 Posted November 29, 2014 Really nice looking, great job! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 655 #11 Posted November 29, 2014 Very Nice! Love the new Stance and look ... :handgestures-thumbupleft: 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 487 #12 Posted November 29, 2014 A few days ago I fabricated a carb flange to adapt this Tecumseh canister air cleaner sideways. I wanted to do something other than the original oil bath but also wanted something that might have looked somewhat factory at the time. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,164 #13 Posted November 29, 2014 Like anything you do Matt that looks very nice. It can always be changed back to stock quite easily. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 487 #14 Posted November 29, 2014 Like anything you do Matt that looks very nice. It can always be changed back to stock quite easily. Thanks Ken. That's exactly what I'm doing - making sure any mod I do is very easily reversible. I could have the tractor back 100% stock in literally a half hour at this point. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Digger 66 3,478 #15 Posted November 29, 2014 Looks nice, but I actually like the original look better on those. Nice custom though. Enjoy it! Yup , me too ^ But it's your ride . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #16 Posted November 29, 2014 Ok, maybe I am missing something here. Other than a lower stance and the air cleaner, what has been changed. I like it stock but I love it the way it looks now. Maybe its because I don't come from a farming background. I love hotrods but not overdone show cars. This is tastefully done and still is the same tractor. Think I will do this with my cub. Well done. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 487 #17 Posted November 29, 2014 I totally appreciate differing opinions. Not everyone likes the same thing. At heart I'm an originality nut, but I wanted something a little meaner looking. The modified axle is just one main center bolt. That's it and it's out. Wheels are just lug nuts and the air cleaner is two screws. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #18 Posted November 30, 2014 Matt has mastered giving his tractors character and personality. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyZ 176 #19 Posted November 30, 2014 Looks great. I love the look. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 487 #20 Posted December 20, 2014 In keeping with my theme of "all show and no go" (because I have zero interest in tractor pulling), progress so far on my pulling hitch is coming out pretty sweet. Probably the only pulling hitch that will never see dirt or a scratch. Lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wpetersr9 1 #21 Posted January 8, 2015 good job i also own a cub and your giving me some ideas sence i don`t use it to mow with anymore its a 1969 model 72. keep up the good work 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 487 #22 Posted January 8, 2015 A few pics of the completed hitch 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 487 #23 Posted February 7, 2015 Finished my custom, bolt-on (2 bolts), twin header. This thing sounds unbelievable now. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,530 #24 Posted February 7, 2015 Very nice setup. I like it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #25 Posted February 7, 2015 Looks like a mad bull. Nice 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
