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Old 09-19-2011, 11:12 AM
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Question 782 Restoration

Not sure where to post this - since I am looking for information and input more than it being a referance thread??

I figured since the weather is starting to cool off and the nasty white stuff will be upon us soon, I should start doing some homework. Have had frost here the past two nights, poor garden has taken a beating to say the least.

If all goes well, this is going to be one of my winter projects and hopefully finished for spring planting in the garden. I was fortunate to pick up an IH built 782 about 4 or 5 months ago with a series II engine in it. Came with a rough 42" deck, 2 sets of wheel weights and quite a few scratches and some dents in the sheet metal. The tires on the rear look original and are in pretty decent shape, some normal cracking which I chock up to being a regular thing. Front tires are either very much original OR someone has figured out how to do break stands with them, cause they are bald as a baby's @$$! Also had 4 decent hub caps that cleaned up fairly good with some Mother's Chrome & Mag polish. I just couldn't wait until winter to see how they cleaned up.

Question I have....

I am looking for input/opinons on what ALL should be done if I was to do a front to back restoration of this tractor properly. YES, I am going to paint it the correct IH red since there is just way too many scratches on it not to do it properly. Don't worry - the Correct Police can not say anything, my 982 is still original

I brought home a parts tractor the other day to go along with this 782 - it too is also an IH built tractor. So I now have the correct grill emblem as well as a new hood bird.

So what are the normal things that "should" or "need" to be replaced? Things like rag joints, gaskets, bearings, seals, etc. I am thinking if I have the tractor stripped, it should be done. But what things can you get away with NOT replacing since it will not make a difference or it isn't worth the money? Last thing I want to do is have everything stripped down and fixed up and then have a stupid $1.25 gasket or seal crap out on me!

What is the best way to strip down the frame, sheet metal, rims, etc ..... sand blaster, wire wheel, emery clothe...?

How is the best way to clean the plastic dash without removing the markings on it - just pain soap and a scrub brush?

Where is the best place to buy tie rod ends - local Cub dealer or a sight sponsor?

I eventually plan on putting on some Firestone 23 degree ags. My understaning Miller Tire has now put the 24" into production again thanks to their own personal effort in keeping these on the market. Is this true? If so, has anyone purchased any from them? You like them? Are they worth the $$$ ?

Any input you have to share would be great. Thank you in advance.
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Old 09-19-2011, 11:17 AM
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I moved your thread here, I think this section will be the best place for your answers.
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Old 09-19-2011, 11:26 AM
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But its IH built???
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Old 09-19-2011, 11:29 AM
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O good lord, my cursor moved on me.... I'll fix that...
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Old 09-19-2011, 08:50 PM
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Your slip'n DX3....Can't multi task anymore?
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Your slip'n DX3....Can't multi task anymore?
Nope, my mind is starting to slip more and more it seems...
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Old 11-28-2011, 08:10 PM
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Old 11-28-2011, 09:55 PM
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its ok _DX3_ we will all get that way one day.
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Mike,
Not sure where you are at in the project, but I set up a electrolysis tank (hear it cooking in the background) and it does a nice job loosening rust and paint.
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Haven't started it yet...still doing research and collecting parts I need for it. Got myself a parts tractor for it now - that's a great start!
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