Location: North Shore, MA
Joined: Oct 31, 2011
Points: 87
Ariens ST824 (924082) Housing Repaint Original Message Jan 8, 2012 10:59 pm
Here are some pictures of the project. Focused on the blower housing as there was some significant surface rust inside. Tractor paint is very good for a 19-ish year-old machine. Added an amber light as it came with an 18-watt alternator. Painted the flywheel housing and muffler, as they were rusty too. I hope I don't regret not treating the rust with a neutralizer before painting. I sanded, primed, painted two coats, and a clear coat. I didn't completely repaint the exterior, only spot areas. It came out very well, I think.
In an effort to dare Mother Nature to make it snow, I'm going to start work on the tractor, replacing some worn parts...see a different thread.
