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5 pointsUpdate almost done with the semi restore 420lse tractor. I keeped the pan seat and hood orginal with its patina look
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2 pointsJust purchased this 401 from a fellow RS member. It's a nice, complete tractor with a previous rattle can paint job. Very solid straight tractor and runs good too. My plan is to disassemble and do a quality paint job on this one. I have a few questions though. Can you pick out what doesn't match the rest? I believe there are at least two things. The trans is dated as a 1961, the engine serial numbers match up with approximately a 1961, and the hood is definitely a 1961, but a few other things just aren't right. I also noticed the front rims don't match each other. The offsets are reversed. Were there different offsets on these earlier models and maybe mine are mix-matched or did one of them just get drilled for the stem on the wrong side? I also need the outer drive pulley to run the deck as well as the pivot pin for the hitch if anyone has these.
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2 pointsAs long as you think it is a fixed up parts Horse, you might not mind making your own hitch pin. It is just bar stock with a groove on each end for a "C" clip. BTW, I think you have a very nice looking horse there.
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2 pointsThe center hood stand is from a 551. The 551 should not have the three piece transmission. It should be the two piece. The 401 had a solid sheet metal type center hood stand. The 551 had a electric start 5.5 horse Tecumseh engine. The 401 had a K91 Kohler. The clutch/brake pedal is a 401 style. Looks like it's pretty much a 401 with the wrong center hood stand as far as I can tell.
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2 pointsThat patina is beautiful. Don't paint it. Perfect as it is. I'd only paint a tractor that has either already been repainted in its past or one that is severely rusty. Color that shows its age and history is wonderful I've got it's twin. She also works.
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2 pointsNo. I just put it in there for fit. I still have to weld in the second strap. Even then I only put about an inch or two of gas in it to keep the weight down.
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2 pointsI wouldn't repaint it, I'd use it but lightly. I think the real rarity is the condition it is in..
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2 pointsI'll take the liberty to post my brothers (VinsRJ) '54 prototype with hand built fiberglass hood. No picture I've seen yet does this thing justice.
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1 pointT 1067 - 1967 Wheel Horse Lawn & Garden Tractor 8-Speed Kohler K241S-46333D 10hp Model 5060. Original owner - purchased by my Dad in 1967. RL42 Mower Deck. 40" Brinley De-thatcher. 40" Brinley Plug Aerator.
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1 pointCome on, lets all cast our vote, I did!
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1 pointSounds interesting 857. You're right. It's a horse and the show will be fun.
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1 pointI AM PLANNING TO GO TO THE BIG SHOW... I AM BRINGING MY 401.. A FEW THINGS I NOTICED ON MINE... 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION...23X10.50X12 REAR TIRES ON 10" WHEELS.... 2 HP BRIGGS.....WRONG FRONT RIMS,,,,WRONG HOOD.... THIS WAS MY FIRST WHEEL HORSE,,,I NEVER SAW ONE BEFORE....PUT IT TOGETHER BEFORE I CAME TO MY FIRST SHOW....I EVEN MADE A BRACKET TO ADAPT THE TRANS TO THE 401 FRAME HOWEVER,,,IT IS SHINEY,,,IT IS A HORSE, ,,,,REMEMBER,,,IT SHOULD BE FUN SEE YOU AT THE SHOW
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1 pointI have done this with a good hack saw blade and the stock in a vise...the saw cut is perfect.
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1 pointFrom what I can see...Jeff hit the nail on the head. Nice tractor either way.
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1 pointGood luck with your new 310. Good Horse! Yeah, just pop rivet a stop on. That'll work, won't bother you after a few mo's.
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1 pointI had a chat with our main hydraulics guy at work. He said that in this system universal hydraulic fluid would be fine. The reason companies like Bosch used 10wt oil was because there was no universal type fluid back then. IE; John Deere and International, Allis Chalmers, Cat and the like each exclusively had their own fluids. According to him, Mobil Oil was first with their 423 universal hydraulic fluid. The problem was, and still is? Flow ability in colder climates. Along with the ability to handle high heat without flashing. He said,"what's the worse that could happen, smoke the pump"? Then he laughed. "It won't". So, I am trying it.
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1 pointI dont know about the differances. I think its nice as is. Best of luck and thanks for sharing. Glenn
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1 pointIt is a plastic fuel tank and I replaced ALL the fuel lines and filter last summer when I re-did the carb so there couldn't have been 'years of varnish' accumulated. I think that I just got some really low-end gas, or gas that was old to begin with and that Stabil couldn't save. I'm not dishing your knowledge and theory...not in the least. I'm just pissed that I had to clean out the carb ...again... after having just done this last year...not long ago. I'm going to source some 'real gas'. I think there is a station that sells such, not far from me in Cambridge Springs, PA. Thanks for your input.... that's the kind of reply I was trying to prompt.
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1 pointThey're out there in singles. Just like finding a women, you have to keep searching for the right one. That does suck though.
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1 pointI happen to be sitting next to where I store my tractor manuals. I have previously done the resistance checks mentioned by Rick and saved the results. Using a multi meter in the forward bias direction (black probe on the striped end of the diode), diode resistance measured 120 ohms on both diodes. Reverse bias (red probe on the striped end) was infinite resistance (total blocking of current) as it should be. Also, as a point of reference, the solenoid coil resistance is 40 ohms.
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1 pointSo that was one of Rick's tractors? That would explain how such a low hour tractor set around for that long.
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1 pointThat makes me feel better. I will keep the factory paint on it. I took a little bit but I got it back to a fully functioning tractor. I've really grown to love these tractors.
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1 pointWelcome to the forum. You don't necessarily have this model of deck but the belts should be the same Garry
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1 pointI just bought a 1969 Wheelhorse Model 7245 Electro 12 about two weeks ago. It has a rototiller,runs good but needs lot's of repair and paint. I just bought it to rototill our home garden garden. Then I stumbled on to this website and after reading many of the articles on this site I am hooked on the wheel horse and very interested and hope to restore my tractor. It's my first one. I'm 68 years old. I'm excited about starting this project.
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1 pointI think it's a fair price also. Big box new tractors are $1500.00-$2300.00. That is a deal. Tractor will last you 30 years!!
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1 pointDuke- Any update on this project? I just purchased the same set of front tires you bought. I just really like the style.
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1 point867's are not rare at all. 867's that look like the one pictured above is!
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1 pointJust a few pics of the rear tires sand blasted, primed and painted.
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1 pointI have learned a ton in just a few days ! I bought this 856 beauty w/ plow and chains a year ago for $300 . I am use to a collection of Morgan race cars and collection , so forgive me. A body shop owner/ restorer most me life.. and clam digger. Never mind.After a few sleepless nights I got it figured and you are correct on the belt diffs.Thanks to site info .. BUT the problem relates more to the hub brake side !The nut was set all the way up restricting R/ side idler pulley from full ' relax' position to engage gears. A well worn belt did not care. I slackened the nut L/ side to allow more movement of idler pulley R / side as they work together. It now makes sense to the purpose of the E brake locking lever as well ! A minor problem with clutch rod and pedal due to my stupidity now fixed. Can not wait to do a modest cosmetic fix up > As a painter/ restorer I am glad to assist in this department... to all at Red Square..Thanks quahog
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1 pointBeen pecking away at the new one. Got the firewall, most of the steering and 90% of the frame is done. Still waiting for some sprockets and a new carb for the M8 to show up.
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1 pointI'd use it there are no rare or hard to come by parts for them and the 8hp is a work horse. As for the patina or restore it's all about what you want to do with it. But of your looking for votes I'd vote for patina. It took almost 50 years to look that good and you'll never duplicate it. :)
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1 pointI was just in Brighton last weekend, count me in..
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1 pointWell I thought I had a gas tank. Turns out it's the smaller version that used to come mounted on the Kohler engines. I remembered I had been watching a guy on Ebay that had NOS tanks that were the correct size but the outlet is at the wrong end and the fill opening is about 2" off. I figured it was my best option so I bought one. It fits in there under the hood just fine. Just have to have a little longer fuel line. It's perfect inside and out. No corrosion whatsoever.
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1 pointEveryone has an opinion, and that is what the above comments are, one person's opinion. However, since using ONLY ethanol-free gas in my horses and other small engines, I have eliminated the need for all additives, and I have ZERO problems with gumming or moisture issues. And in my OPINION, fuel stabilzers and additives were created and designed to put money in the pockets of those manufacturing and selling it. Again just my opinion.
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1 pointThis is a 1957 RJ-35 project which is patiently waiting in the haymow, lots of rust, but lots of potential too.
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1 pointImagine being on Skype and have this red truck come roaring in behind you! Of course you'd keep talking and just think Chris was running the vac or something!
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1 pointTalked with JoeBob yesterday. I think we are both going to make this show...it does look like a good time.
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1 pointThe Wheel horse 420lse cleanup nicely with a nice cold spring day wash. I'm going to have to do a little painting to it ethier way. I hate to do that I wanted to keep it bone stock like a survivor style. The main painting will just be frame,rear end and battery box area. Also little engine paint too. The main panels like the hood and rear fender are staying orginal.
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