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The IB has quite a few specific parts. Starting at the front, the radiator shroud (tin) is missing. This piece will be a challenge to fabricate. You can cobble together a standard shroud to work, but it will not be right. The torque tube is the next major item to be sure you have. The IB torque tube is 6 inches shorter than the regular B. I doubt you would be able to have one cast and still have your wallet. There is a specific "toolbox" for the IB as well. On this serial#, the accelerator/govenor linkage goes through the sheet metal. Another fabrication challenge. The steering shaft is also shorter, although you could cut down a std on a lathe. The brake assembly is quite complex, some early WC parts interchange, but you are looking at fab for this as well. The shaft that connects the transmission through the torque tube is also shorter, and a special part number. Fenders can be made from early WC, with some skilled tin and welding work. Brackets would have to be fabbed. The seat assembly would also have to be built, the pan and back are early WC though. The rear hitch would also reqire a lot of metal work to build. All that being said, the practical person would take all the money they would have to spend and find one in a lot better shape. We are not always rational. If you are a dedicated scrounger, you could probably find the parts you need. It will take a lot of time and money. You shouldn't let the tractor be cut up though, if it is in danger, buy it and someone will help you spread the parts around. I was through NC this past weekend, and would have loved to pick up the frame for my restoration, as mine was cut off at the front. If you want more info, email me at my "name" above(without spaces) at hotmail dot com. I can help you with parts diagrams, etc. Good luck,
Glenn
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