Hi, Walt D73t.
I have heard a rumor from a usually reliable source that the plan is to have them at Santa Margarita next year. But, they will be up on TWO floats parked side by side with a tall, highly electrified fence all round about 20 feet out from the floats and the whole machine will be wrapped in cellophane to stop stray birds 'targeting' it from a great height.

With all the work and dollars that have gone into it, I can believe that story.

Just my 0.02.

"Walt wrote:

Deas,

THAT is SHOCKING! I can see it now, ZAP, ZAP, ZAP.... = This would be me IF I tried to cross that fence.... HA, HA, HA

Ha Ha Ha I wonder who will give out first you or the fence LOL I bet you wouldnt be the only trying to get closer LOL

Paul

I tried watching the videos earlier today but the internet was pretty slow top work them fellas are doing and thanks for the update Glen

Paul

Hey Walt,

The radiators were wrapped with plastic wrap on installation. The intention is to keep them Black while the yellow paint is being sprayed. After painting the tractor yellow, the plastic wrap will be removed and front grills installed.

Duane and I have discussed that this tractor is not to be driven by just anyone. It does have plenty of passenger room though. My daughter asked me last night what would happen if the right driver turned right, and the left driver turned left. Would you like to be one of those drivers? Hahahaha

Ed is getting around well. He is sore but is moving and driving around pretty good.

OMG, COOL. Congratulations. Can't wait to see them in person.

Hope Ed Akin is doing OK.

Biggastractor

Jan,

I requested that Phil grab the paint # for you on Tuesday when the painter shows to but some color on our girls... Hahaha

keep up the good work Boys. your are sure setting the bar high. that thing will almost qualifying as a school bus with all the seat room. umbrellas or with there be a wood top canopy made for it to keep the operator in the shade.

That's really cool seeing it move under its own power. Thanks for the videos!