Tractor build overkill

[N F C]

Best of luck with the build, hope you'll share pictures of the tractor and the chicks when you get to that point!

 

[Dada Joe]

It will be mobile. I restore old lawnmower engines, and typically use a Simplicity or similar high end tractor to put them in, when I can find one. I do intend to add a hitch for my 65 Landlord for moving, but will permanently mount wheel sets for manual movement. I started reframing yesterday, but it is raining today... I will post pics as I get to stopping spots, such as framing complete, siding, flooring, roofing, etc

 

[Kris5902]

Sorry, did I read that right? You’re putting an engine on it? Is it motorized? Now you’ve got to share those pics!

 

[Brahmachicken240]

Welcome to BYC

 

[fldiver97]

Welcome! Good luck with your project!! Keep us posted

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. My prediction that the chickens too will become your enjoyment - it happens.

 

[Melky]

Welcome to BYC!​

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC.
We are glad you joined this flock!
Jump right in and make yourself at home.


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[Dada Joe]

Sorry, did I read that right? You’re putting an engine on it? Is it motorized? Now you’ve got to share those pics!

Well, was not planning on mounting an engine, the ones I restore are cast iron, would weigh somewhat more than an additional 80 lbs. plus the mechanism. What a novel idea, and a great install for the 1938 ZZ Briggs I am working on!! Would require a solid axle to drive 2 wheels, or a single wheel mounted in the middle of one end...lower the side wheels, crank her up, give it a little gas and engage a repurposed transmission to drive the single steerable center mounted drive wheels. The neighbors would understand, of course! These old engines have a distinctive low pitched thump..add a glass pack muffler, and the chickens would think they were cruising down Thunder Road!! Have to look in the scrap piles. Thanks for the thought