The Sherwin Williams paint should spray just fine as long as you mix it and thin it properly... Use a hardener for quicker dry time and better longevity..
Get a large flat area and practice before you start on the tractor..
My dad used to spray a lot of enamel... his trick was on the last coat spray a half and half mixture of thinner with paint... that would help the final coat really lay out flat and make it shine..
I do like the more modern urethane paint for it's better durability and hardness but it is expensive and not as easy to spray for a beginner...
I would say the Irongard or an enamel like you have may be better for a first time spray project..
Don't be scared of it... practice makes perfect!!
Good luck!! I admire you for wanting to learn! 
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Jay
40 years of Using and playing with IH Cub Cadets!
Proud owner of the following:
Cub Farmall, Super A Farmall, Original, (2)70's, 72, 100, 102, 123, 105, 125, 127, 108, 128, 1450, (3)782's, Yellow 982, 1782, "Sam's" 2182, M Farmall and a #7 trailer
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