Old Tractor Restoration

[@bittertruth6575]

Really inspiring! You work really hard but keep everything simple and cost effective. It's nice to see your skill progression throughout each project too.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks so much! 😁

[@OShackHennessy]

This was so amazing and it’s awesome that an old tractor was restored if even for the sake of slightly longer historical preservation.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I agree! Thanks so much!

[@jeffmartin9502]

Wow. I'm inspired now. Awesome job.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Jorgy1]

I love the projects you do, such a good lesson.....reduce, reuse, recycle, rather than always buying new expensive stuff

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I really appreciate it! 😄

[@rosstheplumber6209]

That's a whole lotta awesomeness!!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! 😄

[@brendabaxter9297]

WOW!😲 What an incredible restoration! Looks like a new Kubota!🚜 You never cease to amaze me at your talents! My husband was a heavy equipment mechanic so I know what all it takes, the knowledge you have and the time you put in to restore this tractor! So proud for you! ❤👍

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! 😄 This was a huge project but it was so rewarding seeing the finished tractor! I'm excited to start using it in future project videos!

[@raysanguinetti7208]

Very impressed! You learned and understand your tractor at a level few owners ever do. Congrats and hope to see you build a enclosure for it. Again, just terrific! Ray

[@user-em6ie2be7x]

Amazing Restoration Job. 🚜

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks!

[@MWOOD11291970]

Restoration my A$$

[@dandable]

I have a similar tractor; L225DT with the same front end loader that is in similar shape that yours WAS in. I want to restore it and this video gave me to inspiration to finally do it. Awesome work. Looks brand new.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

That's awesome! Good luck on your restoration project! 😄

[@patsector7g723]

Wow !!! That’s a lot of work !!!! Great Job !!!!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thank you! 😊

[@michaeldavis8103]

Satisfying. At first, mistook it for my B7100 Kubota, similar break etc config. Mine is an '82 Baby, got her 2 weeks ago. Doing the oils and filters atm. Anyway, damn, looking good.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! Good luck with your tractor! I love these old Kubotas.

[@mpoulin]

It came out great!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks!! 😊

[@damnyiffers]

Love these little kubotas. Such a fantastic machine

[@SimonSaysDIY]

It really is! Thanks!

[@hansen-house]

Absolutely incredible work, Simon!!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks man! 😄

[@rickyh527]

Incredible! 🚜

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! 😄

[@ErikISkogen]

Im honored to be your 1000 like !

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks so much!! 🤣

[@chrisowen5497]

Excellent job!

[@delliebodetko9246]

Very nice job keep up the good work!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! 😄

[@hillybeaner9689]

Nice work

[@stevejuststuff2779]

That was a ton of work. You did really good. Loved it. Liked and subbed

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks for watching! 😁 and thanks for the sub!!!

[@u15Gummi]

Neato! I just bought a 1978 L245DT, and it could use some restoration love too. I’m already using it around my small farm. Mine won’t be torn down any more than I can put back together in a day or two, since I’m using it as I go. Thanks for the inspiration A few questions: What did you use for the blue paint? How is your exhaust routed? Mine has a stack. I like yours out of the way, that seems nice Where is your hydraulic tank? Mine is attached to the vertical arm of the loader under the control valve.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! 😁good luck with yours!

[@stephensimmons578]

Super job! Ready for another one? I'm looking to hire. Thanks!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! 😄 haha it was fun but I’m not wanting to do another one for awhile lol!

[@stoneyswolf]

Looks good but you shoulda scrubbed the tires and coated them with tire dressing for the final reveal.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

True! That’s would have looked great!

[@badas95Z]

Good job, do you mind telling me what sander and grit sandpaper that was you were using? I have 3 old tractors I'd love to restore

[@flyboyx8288]

I'm a big fan of these old Japanese tractors. I have an L275 that i am restoring as I write this. they make a sandblaster that is a pressure washer attachment. you can just run play sand through it for 5-6 dollars/50 lb bag. this is how i cleaned/am cleaning my parts. I then go over it with POR 15 to neutralize any rust. Also, I found a guy on ebay that remade every decal for me to very exacting standards. I have a good bit of money invested. How many spray bombs did. you use?

[@Rbs35405]

AWESOME

[@farmsidney]

I loved your work on that tractor. I am in love with the kubota brand, but in Brazil it is not common. I have a small tractor, but from a brand called Agrale. What matters is that we have help working in the field, right?

[@Goletagwt]

Radical! Big tractor for not so big property or am I missing something in the back story?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! 😄 I have 2.5 acres but I am constantly doing projects and I wanted this tractor to save my back and cut down on the amount of digging by hand.

[@dpodsful]

First, is there anything you are NOT good at? I'd love to know. Second, it is a mystery to me why you don't yet have a hair/beard care or Puma sponsorship by now.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! Haha, not sure, but If anyone has a sponsorship available let me know!

[@MWOOD11291970]

Nothing says restoration like a rattle can paint job in the backyard!!

[@bb21again.67]

Good job but some tyre shine would be the cherry on the top.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Very true!! 😂

[@gustavholmberg8357]

How did you rember where all nuts and bolts go

[@gabrielkopp2036]

Beautiful!!! But it's the wrong color now

[@jcooley74]

I guess never heard of tire shine.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Haha 😂 the tires were in rough shape and would get all muddy the first time I used it so I figured, what’s the use. 😊

[@jcooley74]

True, but they would look really good for just a few minutes. Your tractor does look good tho.

[@Shiva-s5h]

Background music is best because World Truck Driving simulator in a background music

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Haha Thanks! 😁

[@jayk5549]

Great restoration. But couldn’t watch it given music background

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! Sorry to hear that.

[@lennartjarl2828]

I goth a 185 in good kondisen

[@tylerrsmith443]

200 hours....ughhhhh. You used the same paint on the manifold as the engine it appears? You have any burnoff? Also, can alternators not be painted? I may have screwed that up if the answer is no

[@MrJar0000]

Nice work. But... it's the wrong color!!

[@Lorusconvictus]

Well, i dont see a Restoration...just a fresh up on the paint and some rust....still old internal parts....at least change all the Oils and filters....

[@JohnHughes-et8dv]

He said new filters and fluids. Pay attention before posting hate in the comments jack @$$