[Farmall] More "H" questions

[Robert L. Holtzer]

 From the appearance of the tank near the label, paint was applied 
over pitted and corroded metal.  Suggest removing the tank and 
stripping or sandblasting the whole tank down to bare metal then 
rebuild to a smooth surface using a body filler and primer.  Also you 
will get a good idea about any pinholes.  The bubbles appear to be 
quite a distance from the filler neck so perhaps the gas odor is due 
to penetration from spills on the surface?

CaseIH spray can paint is excellent and provides a good finish once 
you do the base finish work.  I've used it on three Farmalls and 
don't detect any difference from bulk CaseIH paint.  Much easier to 
use on smaller projects.

Bob Holtzer

At 08:14 PM 3/20/2010, you wrote:
>Got a few more questions about the 1949 "H" I recently purchased.
>
>1. Paint bubbles.  They've formed on the top of the gas tank.  The previous
>owner kept the tractor in a closed shop.  I've got to keep it outside for
>now, but I do keep it covered.  I guess the heat from the sun caused bubbles
>to form.  One is over 2" in size.  The edge of the large bubble actually
>looked liquid, and when I touched it, it separated from the metal.  The
>metal underneath looked wet, and when I touched and smelled of it, it was
>gasoline.  Several of these bubbles have formed.  Any idea what's causing
>them, and how I can fix them?  Go to the photo link at the bottom of this
>page to see a picture of the bubbles.
>
>2. The "tooth" that keeps the throttle lever in the notch is worn pretty
>badly.  When I hit a bump the throttle jumps out of the notch...makes it
>hard to keep a consistent speed.  Any idea where I can get one of these?  Or
>maybe the spring has gotten weak?  See photo link below for a picture.
>
>3. There's what looks like a lever attached to the assembly where the
>crankcase oil fill cap is located.  One part is on the back of the assembly,
>and one on the front.  They are part of the same lever, and it moves
>freely.  It doesn't appear to do anything...just there.  I've looked at
>other "H's" and haven't seen this.  What is it's purpose?   See photo link
>below for a picture.
>
>4. If I want to purchase fenders for my "H", where's a good place to find
>them.  Also, a PTO shaft cover/guard.
>
>http://picasaweb.google.com/113549674996528953543/Farmall?feat=directlink
>
>Thanks,
>Tim
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