Lee1977 6,659 #26 Posted September 2, 2019 I'll just make one suggestion build a new longer frame out of 2"x3"x3/8" angle. Make it the same width as the original. You will also need to add 3" or 4" to the rear if you are using the large diameter rear tires. The new frame will give the chance to level the tractor by extending down the front axle mount. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #27 Posted September 2, 2019 8 hours ago, Lee1977 said: I'll just make one suggestion build a new longer frame out of 2"x3"x3/8" angle. Make it the same width as the original. You will also need to add 3" or 4" to the rear if you are using the large diameter rear tires. The new frame will give the chance to level the tractor by extending down the front axle mount. I'd thought about doing that but I don't have the technology or skills yet. The rear will most likely be moved back by a spacer between frame and transmission. I saved your notes about making a reinforcement for that area. The front... I'm not sure yet but I'm leaning towards remaking the axle that was on there from narrow to extra wide. If I do that I'll put a downstep in. This axle already has extra long spindles to compensate for the tiny wheels that were on it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,530 #28 Posted September 2, 2019 WOW !! Keep the photos coming Eric. I can hardly wait to see more. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #29 Posted September 2, 2019 Recently ran across these two "colossus" creations Eric... ...including them here for inspiration...and, or reference. 5 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #30 Posted September 2, 2019 How much can you find used in this thing? 20190831_143531.mp4 2 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #31 Posted September 2, 2019 @AMC RULES AWESOME 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #32 Posted September 2, 2019 Agreed, for a solid foundation... you need to start with new frame rails. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,103 #33 Posted September 2, 2019 16 hours ago, ebinmaine said: Trina and I dragged the chassis into the shop. Now to begin disassembly on this unit. Maybe it would limit your working space but I'm likin that square hood better than the C hood. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #34 Posted September 2, 2019 Probably will discover the most coverage... under one of these instead. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #35 Posted September 2, 2019 39 minutes ago, squonk said: Maybe it would limit your working space but I'm likin that square hood better than the C hood. Trina and I have talked about it during planning stages. She's one of you "Square Hood People" too so you can imagine where her preference lies. The mongrelized 1267 I tried to get driving last fall is going to donate it's transmission and maybe front wheels or more. I thought (alot) about using the hood from that. I'm intending to use much of the sheet metal from the 1977 C-160 that was the chassis donor for Cinnamon Horse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #36 Posted September 2, 2019 @AMC RULES Nice lookin black hood there. I take it they have more width? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #37 Posted September 2, 2019 Yes in every aspect... the height, length, and the width too Eric. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #38 Posted September 2, 2019 1 minute ago, AMC RULES said: Yes in every aspect... the height, length, and the width too Eric. WOW!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #39 Posted September 2, 2019 Might be just the ticket... to fit your needs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,336 #40 Posted September 2, 2019 (edited) 20 hours ago, ebinmaine said: Trina and I dragged the chassis into the shop. Now to begin disassembly on this unit. That's a real good looking roller you got. But I wanna know is how you narrowed that front axle. Or was it that way when you got it? Edited September 2, 2019 by The Tool Crib Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #41 Posted September 2, 2019 20 minutes ago, The Tool Crib said: That's a real good looking roller you got. But I wanna know is how you narrowed that front axle. Or was it that way when you got it? That's the way I bought it. Here's a link to the thread from when I brought it home... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,851 #42 Posted September 2, 2019 Eric, you could always customize your square hood like this cool 606 hood I picked up today! There were awesome P.O. touches all over this beast! 2 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #43 Posted September 2, 2019 5 minutes ago, pullstart said: Eric, you could always customize your square hood like this cool 606 hood I picked up today! There were awesome P.O. touches all over this beast! All of those "modifications" reeeallyy make me wonder what sort of beast that once was. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #44 Posted September 2, 2019 Now there's one... really should be named Frank. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,103 #45 Posted September 2, 2019 6 hours ago, ebinmaine said: Trina and I have talked about it during planning stages. She's one of you "Square Hood People" too so you can imagine where her preference lies. The mongrelized 1267 I tried to get driving last fall is going to donate it's transmission and maybe front wheels or more. I thought (alot) about using the hood from that. I'm intending to use much of the sheet metal from the 1977 C-160 that was the chassis donor for Cinnamon Horse. I was a “C” person until I got a ” Square “ 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,336 #46 Posted September 2, 2019 (edited) 11 hours ago, AMC RULES said: How much can you find used in this thing? 20190831_143531.mp4 90.7 MB · 0 downloads Wow that is so inspirational! But we need to hear it running! Kind of makes methink of the old saying says what came first the chicken or the egg? In this case the hit and miss came first before the Wheelhorse!! But that's OK ! Edited September 2, 2019 by The Tool Crib 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #47 Posted September 3, 2019 @LengerichKA88 @Stepney Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burnerman 758 #48 Posted September 3, 2019 You do need a square hood. Much more width to cover that monster! Make sure you got your safeties wire up on that beast! 👍👍👍 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractorhead 9,064 #49 Posted September 4, 2019 Hum, why completely covering the Engine? how about the Look like a Hot Rod? I guess it could be cool lookin with an parted Hood. 😎 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,483 #50 Posted September 4, 2019 @Tractorhead I'd had that thought as well and may go that route still. I want it to look like a huge Wheelhorse but also think it would be cool to see that big ole engine. Hhhmmmmmm........ 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
