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[Bolens 1000]

The Decals are finally in and I was able to assemble them today

It took me about 2 hours to set the decals on.... Since I'm a purist I try and get the decals in their exact original position. I usually measure and make some small pencil lines on the paint to line them up.

If anyone ever restores an EK be very careful putting on the wrap around "EK10" decal. That thing was a PITA to put on with all those curves LOL.

Here's a few Before and After pics

The Day It came home....


Engine Got cleaned up and got a new set of rings



Decided to do a full blown restoration:
The Fun begins


Paint and assembly is complete!



Decals applied

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[KennyP]

That looks great! I'm glad you took the time and effort to bring this back. Cool tractors. Thanks.

[NUTNDUN]

You did a great job on the Bolens EK Brian.

Now you have to do the mower deck

[Bolens 1000]

You did a great job on the Bolens EK Brian.

Now you have to do the mower deck

Yep, The Deck is next years Project

[grand]

Fantastic job Brian. You did a wonderful restore. Your positioning of the decals is somewhat like George working on my Bolens sign. You both have a strong passion for detail.
Good job.

[daytime dave]

Great job Brian. It should be in an upcoming LAGC issue. Very nice job. I know you are proud. You should be.

[trowel]

great job on it, looks like new straight from the factory,

[Bigdaddydon]

All I can say is WOW!!!

[Bolens 1000]

Thanks for the Comments Guys

[1967bolens collector]

that is beautiful!!!!!! the deacals is the cherry on top!!!!!! its really stunning!!! one question i see you have a toggle switch for the key so where is the push button to start?

[tractorgarden]

impressive work of art!!!

[wilberj]

Looks great!

[Gtractor]

Awesome!!

[Trent Thomson]

Fantastic job. I was offered one of these in pieces with no engine but included a snow thrower about 8 years ago. At the time I was just wanting a blower to mount on the 800 ( with a little fab work). He wanted 100 for everything but would take 50 for just the blower. At the time I was young(er) and foulish and did not really understand the beauty in any of these rigs. I guess you know the option I took. I still kick my ^^$. I am pretty sure he still has it though. I wonder if he would still consider that other 50? Just may pay him a visit soon!!

[Ranchkingron]

Simply gorgeous, it looks like you just picked it up from the dealer, great restoration Brian.

Ron