Non-Saab Side Project – A Singer Sewing Machine Tractor

Singer Sewing Machine Tractor

I decided to do a few small side projects. Restoration tends to get a bit monotonous so it’s nice to do something else every now and again. The first “project” was to clean up an old Monitor blow torch I got. It was relatively simple. I took it apart and used some old cleaning compound… Continue reading Non-Saab Side Project – A Singer Sewing Machine Tractor

99T part 8 – Spare tire compartment re-build

There wasn't a whole lot left of the original piece. Some metal work needed.

Some more metal work – The spare tire compartment floor was badly corroded on the 99 Turbo. At first I thought about making it one piece with hammer and dolly and the english wheel, but it was just a little too complex a shape for my skill level. So, I ended up making it in… Continue reading 99T part 8 – Spare tire compartment re-build

99T part 6 – replacing the rear quarter and more welding

Epoxy undercoat on the inner panel.

It’s been a while since I did a progress report on the 99 Turbo. It’s coming along but requires a lot of work. We have been working on the rocker panels and floor, and now moved on to the rear side panels. Ultimately I came to the conclusion that the best way to repair the… Continue reading 99T part 6 – replacing the rear quarter and more welding