 I got some e-amils asking me to post some more pictures of the VAC project. Here is one from last evening. I've decided to hold the rear wheels for last so they will get stripped and painted later. The machine shop says the head will be done this week, so I will finally be able to install the rings/pistons/rod bearings....basically close up the motor. I have the carb and starter on the shelf already refurbed, so I COULD hear it pop next weekend, though I may wait until some other thigns are finished. I have some pitting on the cones of the differential bearings, and I think they should be replaced. I'm pretty sure you have to split the tractor between the transmission and the rear end so the bull gears clear the differential. I have the new bearing cones and a case gasket, but I'm still trying to decide how to support it when I split it. Does anyone have any ideas? I have a good hydraulic engine hoist which will easily support the front half....I suppose that if I bolt a bar across the flat area of the bell housing, I could lift there with a chain, and that way the front half wouldn't "tip". Let me know if you have any ideas. I'll try and add some more pictures as time goes on. Frank-in-Tallahassee
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