Restored Lawn Boy 7000

SGRIFF144

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Just wanted to thank everyone who replied to my posts over the last several months regarding this mower. I found it in the basement of my grandparents barn. From what I was able to determine, it is a 1956 Lawn Boy 7000. The engine was stuck and it was covered in 40 years of agricultural dirt. It took some effort to remove the piston from the cylinder even after soaking it in diesel and numerous solvents. The bracket on the left front wheel is a modification. I'm assuming the portion of the deck that included the holes for the wheel adjustment snapped off and my grandfather had someone make the bracket to bolt onto the deck. I still need to buy smaller pop rivets so I can reinstall the emblem that goes into the circle at the rear of the deck. I've included some before and after pictures. If anyone is in need of aftermarket decals, there is a gentleman on eBay who has a large selection and can make others if needed. Hope you enjoy, and thanks again.
 

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okiepc

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Just excellent work, you must feel proud of your accomplishment. You now have something that has been renewed rather than just discarded. Good job :thumbsup::thumbsup:
 

Two-Stroke

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That looks great. :thumbsup:

I like the Iron Horse on the decal -- like the earlier LB mowers by that name.
 

unclelee

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Looking good big brother.....lol...I'm going to have to do some catching up
 
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DSepe

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I want this mower lol great restore!
 

Jim S

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Very nice, I now you're proud!!!!!!!!!

Congrats,

Jim
 

unclelee

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What paint colors did you use...they look good. Seem real close to original.
 

gfp55

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Wow 58 years old. Fantastic job man, looks great, you did a super job. I like the horse also.
 

SGRIFF144

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What paint colors did you use...they look good. Seem real close to original.



Rustoleum Satin Cinnamon for the red is an exact match for the paint on this model.

Rustoleum Spruce Green is very close, but has a shade too much blue when compared to the original. (this is what I used)

Krylon Hosta Leaf is also pretty close, but it's a little to dark of green.

I have a color comparison of the two greens compared to the original that are covered by one of the handle grips. I will take a picture of it tomorrow and make a post.
 
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