953 nut 55,229 #26 Posted July 5, 2018 4 hours ago, 19richie66 said: I have to get it back to a roller though so it’s easier to move It will be even easier to move if the engine is running and the steering is functional! 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,501 #27 Posted July 5, 2018 3 minutes ago, 953 nut said: It will be even easier to move if the engine is running and the steering is functional! Now you see Richie... ^^^^^^^^^^^ That's what we call a valid point. No honey I can't fix the house. YOU wanted a tractor. I'm fixing this for you.... Hehehehehe..... 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,738 #28 Posted July 5, 2018 these are all good points and show good common sense concerning the parts you brought home. If it is “AT LEAST” a roller, then you won’t be struggling having to move all those parts out of the way to get at tools and materials to work on the house 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #29 Posted July 6, 2018 (edited) exactly! Edited July 6, 2018 by 19richie66 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #30 Posted July 7, 2018 On 7/5/2018 at 1:16 PM, BOB ELLISON said: Don't forget Richie I make the seats for those. Maybe a nice red and white seat to go with that custom paint job.. I already have you in mind for the job! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #31 Posted July 7, 2018 (edited) The more I clean parts and look at @Shynon 1054 thread, the more I see is missing or worn out. I guess when I bought a project, it is really a project. Spindles, draglink and tie bar are all toast, hydraulic pump is missing, no wiring harness or switches. But that grille with that twin poking out. 👍 I hear the moans and groans of the purists already Edited July 7, 2018 by 19richie66 2 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,501 #32 Posted July 7, 2018 2 minutes ago, 19richie66 said: when I bought a project, it is really a project The fun of it..... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,229 #33 Posted July 7, 2018 36 minutes ago, 19richie66 said: that grille with that twin poking out. 👍 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #34 Posted July 13, 2018 (edited) So last night I was looking over the pile of parts I have thinking what do I need to make it a true 1054? What do I need to melt the 417 and 1054 together to make one tractor? What can I do with all the parts I have? After looking at the rear plate where the transmission mounts, there is no way to drill holes for a standard transmission bolt pattern because the holes would be in conflict of each other’s bolt pattern, I would have to horizontally slot them. Not happening. So then I got this idea. I have already cut the rear fender assembly off of it. Somehow I hope to make this removeable for service access. I am cutting off the complete steering tower/side panel assembly (in one piece) and welding it onto a gt14 frame. Chop the front 3” extra length off the frame and I’m back to the same length as stock or leave it and have room for the twin. Engine is up in the air at this point. Once I get the frame welded up, I’ll mount the eaton 1100 transmission on the rotating stand I made for a widening session. Going to try and make a video of the transmission work. No pics yet. Edited July 13, 2018 by 19richie66 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,501 #35 Posted July 13, 2018 3 minutes ago, 19richie66 said: No pics yet. Wwhhaattt ????? Seriously though. Richie. I can't wait to see that. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #36 Posted July 13, 2018 (edited) Sorry @ebinmaine Eric. The fuel tank will be removed from under the seat and My son and I will be making a tank(from aluminum) that will set inside the toolbox pocket behind the seat. The top of the tank will be level with the seat base mounting plate. Slant at the bottom will be cut out but half will remain to support the tank. Has a little rust there anyways. Edited July 13, 2018 by 19richie66 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,738 #37 Posted July 13, 2018 Looks like a cool plan Richie. I can’t wait to see how this comes together 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #38 Posted July 13, 2018 Once again, me too! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,229 #39 Posted July 13, 2018 3 hours ago, 19richie66 said: I am cutting off the complete steering tower/side panel assembly (in one piece) and welding it onto a gt14 frame. Chop the front 3” extra length off the frame and I’m back to the same length as stock or leave it and have room for the twin. Why not make a new steering tower that will lean forward slightly and merge with a GT-14 hood? GT-14 hood is about 3 1/4" longer than a 953/1054 hood so it may line up without modification, but if more engine clearance is needed you could trim the tower to fit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #40 Posted July 13, 2018 If I leave the frame alone, I have an extra gt14 hood. Already tried it at the distance required and it looks factory. If I trim the frame down, then I have to buy a 953/1054 hood. The cheap in me says leave the frame alone and use the hood I have. Then I will end up with an extended 1054 but I doubt anyone would even notice. That’s where I am headed 2 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,229 #41 Posted July 13, 2018 1 hour ago, 19richie66 said: I doubt anyone would even notice. Only those of us who read this thread! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #42 Posted July 13, 2018 That would be about 4 maybe 5 people? Anyways, here is the tower assembly sitting on the gt14 frame. Then with the 1054 dash and nose with a gt14 hood. Looks like it was made for it. I’m tickled pink. 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,297 #43 Posted July 13, 2018 Your secret will not be safe with this crew. HA HA 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,229 #44 Posted July 13, 2018 With a bit of trimming that K Twin will be right at home. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #45 Posted July 13, 2018 I have the K341 I got from racingbob I thought about using. The twin would be nice sitting in there though. @953nut you are the guru....... what would you do? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,229 #46 Posted July 14, 2018 6 minutes ago, 19richie66 said: I have the K341 I got from racingbob I thought about using. The twin would be nice sitting in there though. @953nut you are the guru....... what would you do? As you know I just bought three K Twin engines; I would get out the shoehorn and figure a way to side that twin in there. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #47 Posted July 14, 2018 (edited) Well I guess I better get a bigger shoe horn. Edited July 14, 2018 by 19richie66 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #48 Posted August 5, 2018 Welded the 1054 tower assembly to the gt14 frame. Ordered an Eaton 1100 case gasket and axle seals for the transaxle. Want to get it to roller status. 2 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SALTYWRIGHT 859 #49 Posted August 5, 2018 DO LIKE I DID ,I PUT A DIESEL IN MY 1054. RUSS 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RandyLittrell 3,877 #50 Posted August 6, 2018 I think you are making the right move. GT's are always a little too short and stubby to start with and that extended 1054(2054)? is gonna look damn good! Randy 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
