I couldn't really tell on the video, so I've a little tip for you. When fitting tyres, smear some of your mothers washing up liquid round the tyre edge. Helps the tyre slide on and seat properly on the wheel.
Just don't tell Mum and Dad I told you.
We used tyre soap on the edges but it did help too much, I could not believe how stiff those tyres were. I will try some washing up liquid next time, thanks
23 hours ago, Alan said:
I see Dad has left you to do all the work again Joseph. I think it's about time you sacked him. Another good video, and nice to see the tyre machine, and you, in action.
Thanks, the tyre machine is great although the cylinders will need to be rebuilt when time allows. Dad does hold the camera
We have started work on a new project, a 1962 Bolens 600. This tractor has been modified in the past and has lots of challenges. The tractor was bought in 2005 and has been in storage ever since. Like our other projects, I find it easier to record video rather than write up what we are doing, here is the first part
I still miss mine at times. The Disco just doesn't have the character of Bryan. That was my 90's name.
Don't know if you've seen the new model Defender, Joseph. Not a patch on the real Land Rover 90. You take good care of yours.
The Land Rover has great character. I have seen the reviews of the new model and I guess it does not look too bad but I think all the sensors and cameras will get torn off the first hedge someone drives through
6 hours ago, HeadExam said:
You look right at home and the Landy suits you well. It will take many many miles to remove the emmi-permanent smile and grin.
Some friends in Canada asked for a video walk around of our Land Rover 90 so I made a quick video. When it came to driving it, I had a huge surprise as dad said it was time for my first driving lesson
Very sorry to hear about the difficult times you and your wife have been through and your WH builds will be missed. We continue to follow you on your new projects.
Better late than never, we have put together a short video of the event. Despite the rain it was a good event and great to catch-up with friends. We loaned our Bolens 900 to someone that could have been Alan's double
Dad said that last time he saw Alan smile that much was when he was driving the red Bolens 1054 around Johns
16 hours ago, Alan said:
Another good video Joseph. My blond hair got a bit out of control in the wind. Sorry about the NON RED thing Norm, but better than walking. Little D was ill..
Thanks Alan. I think we may have dropped you in it. Hopefully we will put our TractorFest video together for next week, just as well you were not on the Bolens for that event too
Looks like you had a good day for it, Joseph. Good array of different exhibits.
Hang on to that Land Rover 90. Value of those is starting to get to silly money.
Liked your ploughing. You'll make a ploughman yet.
I need a lot more practice with the ploughing but slowly making progress.
When i'm 17 the Land Rover 90 will be tax and MOT free which I think means it's mine, so it is not going anywhere
1 hour ago, pmackellow said:
Looks a good show Joseph
Where is Dentill ?
Paul, the show was in the village on Denton which is about 15-20 miles from us. The closest place you may recognise is Bungay. They were very pleased to see some horticultural equipment and would create our own section if we can get enough people interest. Are you up for it next time? More details - http://dentill.org
Last Sunday we took four of our tractors to a local show called Dentill http://dentil.org which is in village of Denton. As it was local we decided to tow the trailer with our Land Rover 90, which we were asked to put in the classic car display. It was a great day and lots of fun.
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We used tyre soap on the edges but it did help too much, I could not believe how stiff those tyres were. I will try some washing up liquid next time, thanks
Thanks, the tyre machine is great although the cylinders will need to be rebuilt when time allows. Dad does hold the camera