Model G restoration

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   Good evening all. I recently purchased a 1951 Allis Chalmers model g. This is my first tractor as well as my first tractor restoration. I would appreciate any recommendations as to a full nut and bolt tear down or clean everything in place and repaint. The tractor is in really great shape so I am torn between which way to go. Thanks in advance for any and all opinions.

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pungobob Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Bronze Level Joined: 15 Mar 2023 Location: Belhaven NC Points: 83	Post Options Post Reply Quote pungobob Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Model G restoration Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 6:28pm
	Good evening all. I recently purchased a 1951 Allis Chalmers model g. This is my first tractor as well as my first tractor restoration. I would appreciate any recommendations as to a full nut and bolt tear down or clean everything in place and repaint. The tractor is in really great shape so I am torn between which way to go. Thanks in advance for any and all opinions.

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steve(ill) Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Orange Level Access Joined: 11 Sep 2009 Location: illinois Points: 85678	Post Options Post Reply Quote steve(ill) Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 6:40pm
	depends on the condition of the tractor now, and what you want in the end... If you need to rebuild the motor or put bearings in the transmission / etc... now is the time. while apart you can paint areas of the case that are not accessable when assembled... At a minimum, you should remove the tank, hood, wheels, fenders and paint them separate. Getting the inside of hood and fenders where they bolt up is a good idea.
	Like them all, but love the "B"s.

jvin248 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Silver Level Joined: 17 Jan 2022 Location: Detroit Points: 422	Post Options Post Reply Quote jvin248 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 7:33pm
	. I'm more of the opinion to fix what needs fixing, degrease and power wash, then paint after pulling the major items like hood and wheels. New wiring harness, 12v conversion, and new rubber shifter boots, hoses, etc that deteriorate quickly. A complete engine rebuild can sieze sitting just like an as is engine. I'm a tractor heathen, more interested in functional performance than a barn queen parade tractor. I'm working them farming. I'm hearing more are preferring tractors fixed up but left in working clothes. .

DSeries4 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Orange Level Joined: 12 Sep 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Points: 7440	Post Options Post Reply Quote DSeries4 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 16 Mar 2023 at 4:13pm
	I finished restoring my G last year. Seeing that it's your first restoration, the G is an excellent choice because there is nothing to it! If you have a good power train, you are off to a good start. I would suggest rebuilding the sheeting box - they tend to leak out the bottom. The shaft that the pedals ride on is probably worn out. As far as maintenance I find it a good practice to replace most of the gaskets and seals that will start leaking after the tractor gets painted (Murphy's Law). I also get the starter, generator and carburetor rebuilt. Boil out the radiator. The tractor is over 70 years old - these things should be done. Paint with a good quality paint and reassemble. It takes time, but you will be much happier with the end result.
	'49 G, '54 WD45, '55 CA, '56 WD45D, '57 WD45, '58 D14, '59 D14, '60 D14, '61 D15D, '66 D15II, '66 D21II, '67 D17IV, '67 D17IVD, '67 190XTD, '73 620, '76 185, '77 175, '84 8030, '85 6080