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Andy Motteberg
02-24-2008, 11:06 PM
Hi all,
I've been working on my 1949 John Deere A again lately. We have had some very nice weather here and it has been nice to be able to work on the old A again!! I will get more pics soon. In the last few days, I have removed the busted frame and put on a good frame, I honed and cleaned the block, put the transmission back together, cleaning up the dirt off the tractor, sanded the grilles to the bare metal and much much more. My only problem is I cannot buy any parts for it yet, I'm 15 and I am paying for my 3rd tractor and still owe $280.00, so I can't spend on the A yet. I have not cleaned the hood yet because I may put on a uncut hood, I know where I can get one. (when I have money!) Jerry, you asked for pics of the frame, here they are.

Thanks for reading,
Andy Motteberg.
Detroit Lakes, MN

http://www.tractorshed.com/gallery/pieces/v5020.jpg
http://www.tractorshed.com/gallery/pieces/v5021.jpg
http://www.tractorshed.com/gallery/pieces/v5022.jpg
http://www.tractorshed.com/gallery/pieces/v5023.jpg
40avery
02-25-2008, 05:49 PM
With your determination I know this project will be completed. Everything takes time. Keep up the good work!:)
Andy Motteberg
02-25-2008, 07:23 PM
Thanks Rick.

Andy.
Jerry Christiansen
02-25-2008, 08:44 PM
Hi Andy,

Thanks for the pictures. After looking at the cracks, I am surprised the front of the tractor didn't fall off! Keep up the good work and please keep us informed of the progress with pictures.

Later,
Jerry Christiansen
cjmlarson
02-27-2008, 01:17 PM
The thing to remember Andy is to enjoy and take your time in the process!I use to own a 1949 A with all the fixins ,powertrol ,rollamatic,rockshaft,new rear tires ,ect.From reading your post I know you will do a good job!! Iwish I still had my A:(
Andy Motteberg
02-27-2008, 10:01 PM
Hi Andy,

Thanks for the pictures. After looking at the cracks, I am surprised the front of the tractor didn't fall off! Keep up the good work and please keep us informed of the progress with pictures.

Later,
Jerry Christiansen

Thanks Jerry. I hope to get it finished in the Spring.

Andy.
Andy Motteberg
02-27-2008, 10:04 PM
The thing to remember Andy is to enjoy and take your time in the process!I use to own a 1949 A with all the fixins ,powertrol ,rollamatic,rockshaft,new rear tires ,ect.From reading your post I know you will do a good job!! Iwish I still had my A:(

Thanks Clayton.

Andy.