Felix 145 #1 Posted October 1, 2021 Started wire brushing all the old wrong colour paint of with a view to painting in IH red. But I like the look so much I might leave it as is and just clear coat it. 7 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seven 202 #2 Posted October 1, 2021 Yep let it sit outside a few days first Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,467 #3 Posted October 1, 2021 The silver steel line of W/H. Cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,132 #4 Posted October 1, 2021 Had one similar but different. Let a bunch of 10yr olds destroy it though. 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,642 #5 Posted October 1, 2021 @Felix my experience opinion , would be to aerosol penetrating oil spray / wipe down first , till dry , then clear coat it , you will have lubricated and rustproofed that metal , giving you a unique patina look , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse520H 708 #6 Posted October 1, 2021 11 hours ago, seven said: Yep let it sit outside a few days first Yeah. That’s how you get a darn good lookin’ machine! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Felix 145 #7 Posted October 1, 2021 9 hours ago, AMC RULES said: Had one similar but different. Let a bunch of 10yr olds destroy it though. That is stunning!!! If only I had the talent and tools 👍🏻👍🏻 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,132 #8 Posted October 1, 2021 (edited) 3 hours ago, Felix said: That is stunning!!! If only I had the talent and tools 👍🏻👍🏻 You can achieve that bare metal look by hand, that's how I did it. No special tools or talent needed, you just gotta want it. Edited October 1, 2021 by AMC RULES 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,919 #9 Posted October 1, 2021 I used Rustoleum Crystal Clear on “Frank”’s bare metal parts. It’s holding up very well after 2 years. I think I’d like to try satin clear on one though… Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Felix 145 #10 Posted October 6, 2021 Just Made some teak foot rest covers as they had gone out of shape and a bit weak . I’ll bolt these through the metal and it should give them some strength back. Transmission is back together and bolted back on. might get the old girl started at weekend 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Felix 145 #11 Posted October 27, 2021 Here’s a picture of it with the wheels back on and on a test drive. 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelhorseBob 1,549 #12 Posted October 27, 2021 Well I like it! Seems the rat rod thing is in full bloom. These things are cyclical, and I’m a bit off cycle! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse520H 708 #13 Posted October 28, 2021 Lookin’ good! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Felix 145 #14 Posted March 27, 2022 Got the exhaust finished today. Been a while but got there in the end 4 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,325 #15 Posted March 28, 2022 Got to get the children involved at an early age and keep them interested. That is a calendar shot for sure. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,919 #16 Posted March 29, 2022 That’s a slick machine there mate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Felix 145 #17 Posted March 29, 2022 6 hours ago, Pullstart said: That’s a slick machine there mate! Thank you. I’m really pleased with how it’s turned out considering it cost next to nothing to do. Kids like it 👍🏻 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,467 #18 Posted March 29, 2022 Kids like it 👍🏻 That is the main thing, Felix. Enjoy the tractor. I like it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
