Corona Virus (the positives)

[Haldog77]

It is a good time to get all those shop projects done, been working on this old towmotor forklift for several years now, I have completely restored it mechanically, has a brand new old stock Continental engine in it, I pulled the engine and took the entire forklift apart down to the frame everything have been rebuilt or restored, I was going to rebuild engine and in the process of locating parts I found a new old stock engine direct replacement for almost the same money as parts which are very hard to find,,, all I have to do now is shoot it with paint and put the roll cage back on and a few Mickey mouse things and it is done,,,, works very good,,,,

I would like to know where to look for a Continental engine like that, because I'm working on a Hyster forklift. I am ready to tackle the motor but it is hard to find parts.

 

[Montecresto]

Can’t say I’ve stayed home that’s just not something I can do much. But have been staying away from others. Been being good lol.

In normal times I’m beating the brakes off 1-40 between three states, homes and offices; can’t say I’m terribly upset staying at the lake, working on projects in the yard and having cocktails on the water every evening....🤣

 

[CumminsPusher]

In normal times I’m beating the brakes off 1-40 between three states, homes and offices; can’t say I’m terribly upset staying at the lake, working on projects in the yard and having cocktails on the water every evening....🤣

No that’s a pretty good time. I thought we would be non-essential at work being a body shop but for some reason it’s not. Mixed feelings about it because I was hoping to be outta here in the woods for extended stay but I do appreciate having a job too

 

[Montecresto]

No that’s a pretty good time. I thought we would be non-essential at work being a body shop but for some reason it’s not. Mixed feelings about it because I was hoping to be outta here in the woods for extended stay but I do appreciate having a job too

Lmao, torn between two loves are ya CP....🤣

This is of course the confusing part of no national standard. Georgia finally ordered stay at home, but left the beaches open where social distancing may be difficult, whereas their neighbor, South Carolina I believe, hasn’t enacted a SAHO, but has closed the beaches....🤷‍♂️

 

[Smitty335]

Even though it’s seemed like more police force lately they sure haven’t been messing with anyone. Was nervous on my last trip at a higher rate of speed on cruise because of the absence of cars. However blew by a couple Leo’s, one was at 16-18over kinda by accident. Seeing like getting somewhere quickly has gotten easier.
Anyone else notice this?

I have, DOT / Highway police are scarce these days, couple years ago they were pulling over lawn service companies with two lawn mowers on a 20 foot trailer, even gave a farmer a ticket for 2 sacks on grain on a flat bed, unsecured load!

 

[YardDog]

I live out on a dirt road and have three law enforcement that live within a mile or so from my place. One is a game warden, one is sheriff's deputy, and the third is state police. They all said someone would have to screw up pretty bad right now before they'll mess with it.

 

[farmtimpioneer]

I would like to know where to look for a Continental engine like that, because I'm working on a Hyster forklift. I am ready to tackle the motor but it is hard to find parts.

I lucked out when I found this one it was the only one He had left Continental 163, I got it several years ago at a place called National Equipment Sales 7700 south sixth ave. in Clinton, Ohio, it is very hard to find parts for Continental another Avenue is Allis Chalmers some of their power units tractor engines where same as Continental, another source for forklift parts that I used was Material Handling Wholesale Corp. 1375 Spaulding Rd. Elgin, IL. GOOD LUCK,,,,,,,,

 

[100Acre]

I've had one new and two more clients from a while ago reach out to me hoping I could improve or install new gardens for them. I'm making money and keeping my distance but boy am I beat! It's all I can do to manage my own farm but wow is it ever more beautiful with everything in bloom. I parked my green 500 under the lavender colored Cercis Canadensis in bloom and the contrasting colors are awesome. I was about to take a picture but my camera battery crapped out. Planting potatoes and onion sets for another client tomorrow.....
Today I graded a huge brand new shooting range at my buddy's place. He wants me to install a riding trail/ shooting course through the property, it even has a river sized creek on the edge! Pictures of that later. Tractoring is kicking me arse!

 

[Plumber32]

I've had one new and two more clients from a while ago reach out to me hoping I could improve or install new gardens for them. I'm making money and keeping my distance but boy am I beat! It's all I can do to manage my own farm but wow is it ever more beautiful with everything in bloom. I parked my green 500 under the lavender colored Cercis Canadensis in bloom and the contrasting colors are awesome. I was about to take a picture but my camera battery crapped out. Planting potatoes and onion sets for another client tomorrow.....
Today I graded a huge brand new shooting range at my buddy's place. He wants me to install a riding trail/ shooting course through the property, it even has a river sized creek on the edge! Pictures of that later. Tractoring is kicking me arse!

This reminds me of you.

 

[100Acre]

This reminds me of you.
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Wow that's me!

 

[Delton]

Big positives for me is spending tons more time with the kids (all 6 of em lol). Plus I'm getting a ton of work done around the house. Last 2 days spent cleaning fence rows.

Also had time to fill in large deep hole in back pasture with rocks. Good way to break a horses leg or a kid trap. Me and my Yammy made quick work of it.

Best by far is the kiddos. We go for ride in sxs pretty much every evening.

 

[Delton]

My wife says somebody call the weather channel. Cause hell has froze over!!! I been out in shop this morning cleaning.

 

[JTMako]

You're not kidding about Lowe's and Home Depot being busy - the two small hardware stores and a building supply business here have been booming. I drive around and see people outside in their yards everywhere, working on their property. I love it.

This week I started building the shed I've been procrastinating. I build furniture here and there and have acquired so much wood that it's taking up shop space. Moving it out to this shed along with mowers and wood chipper.

Have steadily been knocking out the to-do list stuff that I never feel like getting to normally. It's like a weight has been lifted once you get it done.

 

[100Acre]

Farm Update

 

[BigOL3]

Farm Update

That is a lot of Tators!

I bet the wildlife LOVES to visit your yard with all the berries.

 

[100Acre]

That is a lot of Tators!

Gonna donate a bunch to the homeless shelters and food bank