19richie66 17,500 #51 Posted October 13, 2019 Antique red and dust it with some red oxide primer. Lightly scotchbrite it and matte clear. 👍 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,127 #52 Posted October 13, 2019 Who makes this "antique" red? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coulter Caleb 532 #53 Posted October 13, 2019 First of all does anyone notice something new about my avatar? This was the paint that that we chose from our local hardware store. We will see how it turns out... This tractor has been sitting here since I plowed the strawberry garden in October of last year because of the two piece gas tank/gasket failed. Let’s get to work! After taking the hood off we had to take off the steering wheel. I was really nervous because of all the trouble we had with JackRabbit Then to our surprise after we pulled the pin the wheel came off like a dream. I took out the three bolts holding on the gas tank but one was being stubborn so dad worked on that while I disconnected the choke and throttle cables. So then after getting the bolts and then getting the gas line from the float bowl off. I started sanding on the tank to get it ready for priming and painting. to be continued... ( I just arrived at church) 3 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,264 #54 Posted October 13, 2019 12 minutes ago, Coulter Caleb said: We will see how it turns out Caleb. That's the stuff Trina uses to do all of our work around here. Make sure your surface is very clean. She uses acetone. Wipe down every single surface to be painted. YOUR FIRST COAT SHOULD BE VERY THIN. ...Not quite enough to see through but pretty close. Sometimes you can actually see through it. Your next coats can be heavier. If you have any questions when you get to painting, post them or PM me and I'll see what Trina says. 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coulter Caleb 532 #55 Posted October 14, 2019 (edited) Thanks Eric and Trina! Dad recommend using the black primer to bring out a darker more “antique” red. Following priming I started to paint it using the colonial red paint that we bought. Now all I need to put this thing back together is a dash decal from my good friend @Vinylguy We’ll be contacting you soon Terry! Edited October 14, 2019 by Coulter Caleb 5 4 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,500 #56 Posted October 14, 2019 Excellent! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coulter Caleb 532 #57 Posted October 16, 2019 Here is a little video dad took of me that I thought you might enjoy... 1 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,783 #58 Posted October 16, 2019 Wow, pops right off! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coulter Caleb 532 #59 Posted October 18, 2019 First me and Dad drilled out the hole for the steering shaft to put the brass bushing in. Then we used JB weld ( first time using it) to make sure that it stays in place. Then we put the decal on the dash plate after Dad sanded it down ( thanks @Vinylguy) Then we put it on and it worked great! Then I installed the amp gauge then the choke and throttle cables.. Next was the installation of the fuel tank and steering shaft and wheel! By this time I needed to get some rest because school is tomorrow! And getting up for school is not as fun as getting up for a plow day!! I am so excited! Can’t wait to start plowing with you guys 5 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vinylguy 4,674 #60 Posted October 18, 2019 Thanks Caleb The Comanche is coming together nicely. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coulter Caleb 532 #61 Posted May 24, 2020 Hi guys! I am back as your narrator... The original engine was very tired and I really liked plowing with it So we are going to rebuild the original engine so dad got another engine(named iron man) that we are going to put in it temporarily or permanently depending on how long dad takes getting it rebuilt So I started last night by taking the engine out. The steering shaft has a ton of play in it and we want to be sure to take care of that while we have it apart. Any changes we make, we want to leave the option open to turn it into the original because this is such an original tractor... 3 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,783 #62 Posted May 24, 2020 So that takes drilling the steering shaft idea out! Awesome news getting Comanche a new heartbeat for a while! I’m looking forward to seeing more updates Caleb! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractorhead 9,064 #63 Posted May 24, 2020 Curious on the progress.. 👍 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,264 #64 Posted May 24, 2020 Super cooooool... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,738 #65 Posted May 24, 2020 Looking good Caleb! I can’t wait to work some more with you on this and get Comanche up and running stronger. The generator engine that we picked up seems to be a strong runner. It will be so much fun to “beef” this little tractor up for usage over the next handful of years and yet preserve its originality should you ever choose to return to it. Maybe this winter we can rebuild that original K181🤞🏻 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coulter Caleb 532 #66 Posted June 6, 2020 (edited) Hey guys I’m back! Now that I finally have time to post let me tell you what has been done on Comanche these past few days... So after we took the original engine out we started working on the new engine. So we were trying to decide what we were going to name the engine(because the Stertz’s name everything) So we thought about it and decided not to paint it all red but leave some parts gold...So the name of the engine(as you have probably guessed it already) is Ironman So we started by making sure the engine works. Me and Dad had gotten a pulley for Ironman so that we could use it but the crankshaft output was to big for the pulley so Dad grinded it down from an inch and an eighth to one inch. So after 30 minutes of grinding we finally got the pulley on the crankshaft. So we hooked it up to the tractor and took it out for a test drive!!! So now that we knew it ran well in the tractor we were ready to take it out to start painting So we took off the recoil starter and the air cleaner, then we covered the dipstick and the spark plug wire with tape to keep it gold. After taping everything that was necessary we primed and painted it!!! Today we put everything back together and untaped everything and it looks AMAZING (Meet our new engine Ironman!!!!) Love you Dad @PeacemakerJack!!! Thank you so much for helping and teaching me with this project Edited June 6, 2020 by Coulter Caleb 3 7 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,500 #67 Posted June 7, 2020 Looks great @Coulter Caleb. Good job 👍 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,783 #68 Posted June 7, 2020 Ironman looks great! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,059 #69 Posted June 7, 2020 Caleb, you are the iron-man lifting that engine! One request, next time remember to close the blinds on the door so we don't have to see the CC. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,300 #70 Posted June 7, 2020 I just love following along watching this tractor get shown all sorts of love 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,738 #71 Posted June 12, 2020 Claudia hadn’t driven the Comanche before and so I gave her a quick tutorial and she took it for a spin while Caleb was finishing cutting the lawn. She said it was fun to drive and she was impressed with how tight the steering was (thank you @pullstart for the parts tractor and the awesome steering gear we got from that!). Caught this sweet photo of Caleb’s two horses with him and his sister! Great time capsule👍🏻 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,783 #72 Posted June 12, 2020 So cool! Glad to be a small part of Comanche’s journey! 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,738 #73 Posted October 10, 2020 A quick update on Comanche...we have used him for a variety of summer tasks with the new IronMan motor. It is a smooth and strong running engine. my buddy took his little twin girls for a ride and they very much enjoyed it! About two weeks ago my dad (the one with the welding skills) started fabbing up a hitch for a little sod bottom plow that was someone's yard art for a couple of decade. It was apparently a “tool bar” plow probably for a walk behind. Anyone who has a lead on the above cast stamp...feel free to share! Sod bottom is a term that is old school and is used to delineate a plow moldboard that lays back much more than a standard Brinly. They are generally easier to pull and when set up right, cut a really clean and sharp furrow. Dad had some trial and error but looks like he is on the right road. Once we know we have a good functional setup, Caleb will paint it up antique red and I’ll reach out to our favorite decal guy @Vinylguy and see if he can cook up something original and distressed for it. Please understand that dad was testing in a field that had already been “ripped” and so it isn’t a complete representation of its ability. Dad took this video himself while plowing but it seems to be working pretty good. @prondzy Mike if you guys have room, bring one of your 181’s with an 8” this year. Caleb would love to run furrows with you and Comanche👍🏻 2 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,502 #74 Posted October 10, 2020 @PeacemakerJack I might throw my 701 on the trailer for some 8" action my self. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
71_Bronco 1,072 #75 Posted October 11, 2020 Looks good. That gold / red engine looks pretty sharp. How did you seal the 2-piece tank? New gasket and permatex? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
