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Dethatched the yard today, first time I’ve even done it on this yard. The 867 was awarded the job and performed flawlessly.

You will have to remove the shakerplate set up and make a lower mount for the PTO hoop. If the K321 oil pan isn't drilled and tapped for bolts on the PTO side you may have to use J hooks.

Not always true. There are 2 different block configuration where the oil pan mounts. I was going to convert my pulling engine from a shaker mount oil pan to a frame mount oil pan and could not. Note: Oil pan bolts run from the bottom through the oil pan and thread into the block. This engine the bolts run from the top through the block and thread into the oil pan.

Chain case done with BLO. It's the only thing i would ever use. I tryed Marvel MO and it just don't cut it. BLO drys a bit glossy and dust on it rinses right off. It. It brings out the best patina. Cons are kind of a pain and messy to apply. Have to try a spray bottle. It also should be reapplied every so often. Absolutely Lane That 60 yo paint just pops. Pics don't do it justice. Before and after.

G-E-D... Good Enough Degree....

I rely on the sheer weight of cast iron! I’m not sure how much it weighs but it’s heavy. I bought this roller over 40 years ago! I think I paid 20 bucks for it. For years I’ve been wanting to add a rack to it to put cement blocks on for additional weight but never got around to it.

Hmmm, what do you charge for about an acre ? And I KNOW for fact you have spreaders for some fertilizers too! See ya next weekend! LOL (Gotta get all that crap done before the engine show season begins and it's creeping up on us!)

I prefer water because when I am finished with the roller I can drain it and move it into storage.

Got the 312-8 out today replaced PTO belt and mowed a little while with it. I was told the hour meter was honest and I believe it just showing a little over 500hrs. The seat is awful though, its way to high for me and has just the right amount of cracks in that it will pinch the $4it out of you.

I'm itching to throw a hot potato on the table. "What is the absolute best oil for air cooled engines?" Have at it! LOL!

pfrederi, while stationed on guam i was assigned care of a particular M818. i would wipe it down with diesel all the time. best looking 5 ton in the bomb dump! the 'oil it down' treatment was great protection from the salt air environment on that island too.

Found another use for the S X S. Bringing tools to remote location to work on equipment not near the shop / garage. This was recent when working on the Farmall Super A this past fall. Found myself walking back and forth bringing tools etc then thinking what am I doing ? get the Can Am out. The cross bed toolbox is right behind the rear window under the green compressor hose. That is full as well. Unlimited use's for sure and great MPG.

Yeah, I wouldn't trust it in a plastic roller either. I made my roller from a 4 foot section of 24" steel pipe with 3/8" thick walls. It holds 50 gallon of oil and probably weighs close to a half ton.

Mine is filled with a high grade turbine oil.

I buy it by the 5 gallon bucket since @Achtohas 20 tractors. I also use diesel in some tractors since it's designed to deal with soot better in some girls that have less than desirable rings.

careful with the rags you used to apply the stuff. Left wadded up, they are capable of self igniting.

Mebbe but having friends in low places is more fun...

If you have a drill press and tap set you can easily drill and tap the oil pan to work with a Wheel Horse direct bolt on. I've done several and they are identical to factory. I'm not a fan of J hooks for this application, but it will work so long as they don't stretch or bend. The blocks that have the tabs holding the oil pan (see below) are the ones I am referring to.

@WHX?? No need for a cab or doors. I figured I can build my own roof or buy an aftermarket roof. And I plan on adding a front receiver to whatever I purchase. And with the dealer price for winches....no way....if I find that I need one, then I'll add it myself. The cargo bed dimensions, load capacity and towing capacity are important to me. I'm liking the Mule the more and more I look at them. The Pioneer & Ranger are out. It's down to the Defender DPS HD7 or Mule Pro-FX 820 EPS. However I should go look at the Kubota Sidekick too.

The simple solution is use the correct dipstick and if you have the spec number we can figure out the correct dipstick length...

I like anything with a low box height & large. You start piling wood and tools in it it gets small awful quick. Plunge's pic proves that. The Hondas are nice well built machines but the bed is too small. That's why I favor the mules and I wished I woulda got that instead of a Ridge. They have the best in class box dims. You didn't mention if you want/need a enclosed cab Kwalshy. I had to do it again I would go with a open cab and add doors and whatnot down the road if I really needed. One of the things with any sxs is once you get it setting it up for how you use it. I never used any of my winches I ever had so I nixed them and made a front receiver for moving trailers. Figured I ever want a winch build one that slides in the receiver and wire for front or rear use. Don't be afraid to look at the Kubotas either for a true work machine either. I wished I woulda kicked them tires a little harder. If dad is going to operate it look for easy in easy out. If it's a worker you won't need a ton of ground clearance so the lower the better for him.

This is a paying job for someone who is heading that way or needs some extra gas money. This is a Wheel Horse 523dxi with a 48" mowing deck. There is one small box of hubcaps going with. I estimate total weight at 1400 lbs. I need this picked up and delivered as soon as possible. Pickup: Dorr, MI. 49323 or close ( I can meet you ) Drop-Off: Beaufort, SC. 29907 or close ( Buyer can meet you )

But the engine block is all the same. I’d suggest if you have a donor engine, use its oil pan and run it. If not, that’s ok too. Just make sure that the crankshaft height is where it needs to be, for the belt guard to properly clutch with the belt.

I like to use one of these to measure the oil I put in. It's called a Ratio Rite. leftover from racing motorcycles. Mine's a little smaller with a cover to keep debris out when it's on the shelf

Ya think Wheel Horse knew these thin tranny plates would break in 75 years and made the mule drives usable as a repair?

I use Penetrol so the tractor doesn't end up looking like a dust mop

We used to tease Stevebo about his "salad dressing" tractors because he did that with used oil too.

Gave the 520H snow machine a wash job and moved her to summer storage. Got the 310-8 mower out and got the TracVac running. She is ready for the first mowing next week.

Ed - I would have thought you would fill it with some "gone thru the horse" fertilizer courtesy of the horses next door.....

My shop towels get burned generally.

If i recall tailgate can hold 400lbs??? Think the payload of bed is 850lbs. Again......I'm not 100% certain. I'd have to look that up. There's quality aftermarket power steering kits available for the 520. My mom is a tiny lady & she drives it all over. She has 14 acres & even rides it back in the woods with no issues. Its very light in the front so I'm sure that helps. Maybe with a snow plow installed you may want the power steering?? She has a bad knee so she uses it daily to get the mail- her driveway is over 400ft long & not straight. My situation was more about having the compact size of SxS so thats why I didnt go w/700. We bought 3 520s at the same time. Me, my mom, & my sister. My dad died almost a year ago & they had talked about getting a SxS but he got sick. Now that she has it its made so many things easier for her.

Now if you're gonna tell these hairbrain stories about me ya gotta get it right. I was changing oil in a known 2 quart capacity engine. The hose was run into a 2 quart juice container. I opened the valve and went inside for some lunch. I came back out to find oil all over the floor. I was concerned about gas being pumped into the crankcase but didn't smell any. THAT'S when I took the bosses favorite measuring cup to check the capacity of that juice jug. Hmmmmm.......60 ounces. That being said, if there any question concerning the dipstick I'll dump the specified amount in the engine and, if needed, knotch the stick at the full mark. BTW, Boss lady ended up buying a new measuring cup and gave me the old one.

I bought a Honda 520 Pioneer last summer. I dont need some huge SxS so it works for my needs. I like that its just under 50" wide so I can ride it on most standard atv trails. Added a roof & side mirrors. Mostly use it around town as my city allows it on secondary roads. I can dodge the street legal requirements by simply having the SMV triangle on the rear. My 80yr old mom has one too & she is able to manage it just fine. Shes approximately 100lbs & has no issues with not having power steering.

I looked at 3 brands in November 2022 . Polaris , Kawasaki & Can Am. I decided on the 2023 Can Am Defender HD 7 DPS which is a single cylinder power steering 650 cc engine. Mainly the Can Am was a 3 seater because of the room in the cab and use it as a two seater with a flip up center console. Very comfortable and yes the $ 1500.00 option for the power steering is worth it to me. Added a soft cab, poly roof, 2 small side mirrors, rear view mirror, a locking cross bed tool box and a few other small items. Decided while I was at it a 72'' poly power angle plow with quick hitch type set up. All accessories are Can Am . The oil filter on the single cylinder is EASY to get at, the twin cylinder one's are not plus I don't need that kind of power, speed and more fuel consumption . This is used around the acreage and see's very little usage off the property. It is registered and insured. Hauling firewood with it is the cat's meow, very little time wasted making trips back and forth from felling to the splitting area and stacking. The dump body is great. Fuel usage is awesome. Can't say enough about it. The Polaris was very nice but the interior room to me was tight and slightly claustrophobic.Also the Polaris was more $$$$.Then comes the Kawasaki . The models I looked at were too tight in the cab as well. On the high end ones too much $$$$. VERY satisfied with the Can Am purchase. To boot the Can Am uses straight regular fuel , not sure on the others. Forgot to mention the 4500 lb Warn winch and front guard / bumper. One of the best piece of equipment I have ever purchased. Make's life a heck of a lot more comfortable and fun while doing chores. Good Luck if you decide.

Driving Mr. Daisy.

I' tellin' ya, there was a round hood sitting right around this corner.

I feel like snow season is over for me…so the 867 hauled the summer tires/wheels to the garage and the winter ones back to the basement.

I just finished up putting on longer front spindles on the 1257 and greased everything up, along with tie rod adjustment. There was nothing wrong with the original ones, but the longer ones help a bit with the stance since there’s big tires on the back and also helps with clearance.

3'' to 6'' here tomorrow. Here we go again. The last 3'' we got I didn't even plow it. Got out the 5000 lb tractor and made consecutive passes until it was all packed down. The next day the sun took care of it.

Regular 400 series front axle etc, as far as I know.

The 420 I picked up is in really rough shape also. Hope to spend some time on it this year.

Ford ranger spacers... drilling rims to .5 inch is pretty much just shaving the edges of the stock hole.