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Talntedmrgreen
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 Posted - 03/11/2012 : 21:12:11
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Well, I've been sittin on a few projects, so I thought I'd share. I've done so much tractor chasing, attachment tradin and selling that I can't possibly post on it all. I mentioned the Squire in a post earlier, and since winter was blah, I went ahead, got it running good, then tore it down. I pick that up from the blaster Tuesday, and will prime. I'll post on that when I get some pics.
I also picked up a long-awaiting Gannon Earthcavator, which was partially ready to mount to my machines. I finished the needed mods and had that blasted. In preparation for my Squire work, I had built a makeshift booth out back, under the deck, and shot the Gannon today while it was a balmy 70 degrees.
Here's some brochure pics of the B-series hitching
I worked with Nate from Vintage Reproductions to have the decals made up and they are now on their site.
http://www.clickitandstickit.com/gannon-earthcavator-decals/
I also am getting a helping hand from a member here, in having reproduction ripper shanks made. They are NLA from Woods, and I have one NOS OEM shank to work from. Fingers crossed! Another neat thing about this place...all the resourceful people! 
I also had a unique opportunity to make a run over to Jon's place. He and I came together on a pair of his machines, and I have those home now. It figures that I look long and hard for something like the Carry All, then end up with 2. (Apparently that luck does not come with FEL's)
A buddy down in Ohio is taking the 3212V and Weedcutter. That makes 3 cutters this year that have gone through here...
Had a set of AG's on the wide rims I had picked up...I love them on that old 101!
Finally got ahold of a nice Simplicity/Allis moldboard and Spring Tooth Harrow. I can't wait to try these! I like the build of the plough much better than my Brinly, which I promptly sold.
The Harrow is nearly NOS. It hasn't been refinished, and there is only a hint of paint worn from the tines
I stumbled on a NOS 36" dozer for the Wonderboy Super and Wonderboy Special, if anyone is interested
And finally, I worked out a deal on a NOS 20" Brush and Log saw, which will get a post of it's own, hopefully in the near future. I talked with a fellow who adapted one to his 725 with nothing more than a tiller PTO. No drilling, no fabrication. As soon as I gather up the needed PTO parts, and swap the big pulley to make it 1:1, I'd like to put this on the Wonderboy 700 for shows.
So, with any luck, I'll have some neat stuff to share as the mild 'winter' turns to spring. The time change will help, as I'll get some much needed daylight after work during the week.  |
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canawler
USA
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Posted - 03/11/2012 : 22:26:39
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You've been quite the busy boy, lately.
I could hurt myself with that saw.... |
---Jim
'74 Allis-Chalmers Homesteader 8 X2
'67 Simplicity Broadmoor 717
'74 MTD 990
'67? Pennsylvania Meteor 1010
'93 Troybilt GTX-18 |
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B112
USA
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Posted - 03/11/2012 : 23:06:44
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| Wow someone has all the toys . Don't forget to hand the Simplicity Museum sign on the driveway entrance, nice projects! |
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acb10_64
USA
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Posted - 03/12/2012 : 05:16:52
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| Very Nice Josh! Thanks for the update and pics. |
Wes
2 1964 Allis Chalmers B-10's
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B112
USA
5240 Posts |
Posted - 03/12/2012 : 07:54:35
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| Do I also see a winter paint booth there? |
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Talntedmrgreen
USA
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Posted - 03/12/2012 : 08:53:37
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| Yup...that's the best I can come up with. Ends up being about 10x10x9H. Hung some lengths of steel by chain that I can then dangle my Squire parts from. I should be able to get the whole tractor hanging in there, and plan to shoot primer Tuesday, when it's 60, then hopefully paint on Wednesday. They are saying 78 degrees! It sure would be nice to have it painted, but my booth isn't completely waterproof from above, so I have to keep an eye out for the weather. |
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sammiefish
USA
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Posted - 03/12/2012 : 17:15:01
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nice finds!!
Ahhh, Seneca Falls NY... not far from here...
said to be the inspiration for Bedford Falls
in "It's a Wonderful Life"
Karolyn Grimes who played “ZuZu” in the film was
just up here in December....
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skunkhome
USA
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Posted - 03/12/2012 : 18:56:39
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| Mr Green, I am green with envy over all that NOS stuff you have. I think you need to send that cord wood saw down to me because it has been marked with the mark of the devil and must be purified.. I must warn you that it may take many many years to make it safe for you to handle. All kidding aside, be careful with that thing. Don't you know risk management was happy to see that dropped from the line. |
  Phil
"They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither safety nor liberty."
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B10Dave
Canada
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Posted - 03/12/2012 : 21:57:51
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| Nice finds and purchases Josh. You will have lots of great stuff to take to summer shows. Dave |
Money can't buy you happiness.
It can however buy you a beer.
And that is close enough.
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19luna57
USA
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Posted - 03/13/2012 : 02:49:52
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| Great looking finds,looks like we both have new to us toys. Your next chore will be finding time to enjoy them,lots of luck!! Phil |
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Talntedmrgreen
USA
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Posted - 03/13/2012 : 05:55:25
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| Yeah, I can't wait to 'play'! =] The Earthcavator will see some use, and the paint with hardener dried rock hard overnight. I'm shocked...definitly done with rattle cans. The Log Saw will be a showpiece. I'd like to keep it NOS, and think it will certainly draw some looks at shows. I don't think there's anything around here I'd need to cut with it, that wouldn't be easier with a chainsaw. I just couldn't say no, and hope to make it into one of Dave's show-time picture shows! =] |
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Cvans
USA
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Posted - 03/13/2012 : 07:42:41
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I can't believe that one person can be that lucky. Congratulations on your finds. I have never seen one of those saws before.
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The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not.
Thomas Jefferson
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Talntedmrgreen
USA
4110 Posts |
Posted - 03/13/2012 : 13:43:12
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| I'm trying not to count my chickens before they're hatched, but have a couple more treats due in the coming weeks as well....fingers crossed =] |
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sammiefish
USA
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Posted - 03/13/2012 : 21:11:02
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quote:
Originally posted by Talntedmrgreen
...The Log Saw will be a showpiece. I'd like to keep it NOS, and think it will certainly draw some looks at shows. I don't think there's anything around here I'd need to cut with it, that wouldn't be easier with a chainsaw....
that would be a sight to see spun up at a show... |
Chris 3/4's : ) |
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Talntedmrgreen
USA
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Posted - 03/14/2012 : 11:40:05
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| I think the show-police would visit for sure. I'm thinking I will take clear hose and cut it lengthwise to fit over the teeth. |
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igo2xs
USA
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Posted - 03/14/2012 : 13:11:13
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| neet implements there josh, oh that saw is so scary |
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Catchin Up on All Sorts of Stuff
