northguy 10 #1 Posted July 3, 2014 Just picked this up. My first old tractor. I saw it and had to have it, was told it has the stock motor, tires, blade etc. But no cutting deck. Has been repainted (poorly) and the blade has had some repairs but it runs good and starts second pull every time so I think I may keep it. I was also told that it was a one year model (1969) but really dont know much about it. Any comments would be helpfull. Thanks. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjcap 13 #3 Posted July 3, 2014 I'm sure the experts will chime in but I think it is one nice looking machine. Anything red and shiny gets my attention. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #4 Posted July 3, 2014 (edited) Edited July 3, 2014 by AMC RULES Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
northguy 10 #5 Posted July 3, 2014 Thanks. I was really impressed with the blade and how it angles from the seat. These were really well made. Don't really need the blade but it came with it. Would like to find a cutting deck for it so I could really use it. Are these tractors rare? Does anyone have one of these tractors? Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
northguy 10 #6 Posted July 3, 2014 Thanks AMC Rules. Just what i need. Glad I found this site. Think Iam hook and will have to keep it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,281 #7 Posted July 3, 2014 If you're not hooked already you're well on the way. Nice tractor! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,967 #8 Posted July 3, 2014 North Guy, I think you did very well with this as your first old tractor. Glad you like the forum here too. There is alot of information to be gained here at Red Square. Welcome aboard Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
km3h 543 #9 Posted July 3, 2014 That's a pretty good looking tractor. There is a lot of material on this site such as manuals and such. You should be able to find a deck for it without too much trouble. Ask around maybe someone on the forum will have one laying around. These guys are great and they won't try to gouge you on the price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Digger 66 3,476 #10 Posted July 3, 2014 Think Iam hook and will have to keep it. There's no turning back now . Greetings ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marv 845 #11 Posted July 3, 2014 Niiiice!! Now you are addicted. There is no cure. Welcome> Marvin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #12 Posted July 3, 2014 Welcome northguy! Nice looking Work Horse 700. Many, many Wheel Horse tractors are "1 year only" machines. That in itself does not make it rare, but as time goes on, parts for our tractors are more difficult to find.....But parts are out there! I have a Work Horse 700 too! The 7hp Tecky on mine has a govenor issue so in the meantime, I have a newer model 10hp Tecky on mine. I mow with it ever once in a while. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
r356c 375 #13 Posted July 4, 2014 Welcome to Red Square ! Nice! If any one asks why you *need* a decades old garden tractor, tell them it is an art object! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 10,495 #14 Posted July 4, 2014 A very nice tractor and find for a first Wheel Horse! You are going to get hooked on them! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #15 Posted July 4, 2014 North guy. Wellcome to red square. Best of luck. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woodchuckfarmer 333 #16 Posted July 4, 2014 looks nice to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
parsonsponyz 64 #17 Posted July 4, 2014 Nice find, good looking ofr your first "old" tractor. Welcome to the site. Better start adding on to your shed/barn/garage now, you'll need it when you start buying more horses. Mark Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
546cowboy 301 #18 Posted July 4, 2014 You have definitely found the right place when you have a Wheel Horse tractor. Now that you have one and will see just how easy it is to work on I see more Horses in your future. Welcome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
papaglide 541 #19 Posted July 4, 2014 Nice tractor and welcome Northguy! Just be aware that these tractors have a way of multiplying! You better have room for more.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KATO 115 #20 Posted July 4, 2014 to nice tractor . Try our Vendors for a deck. One of them will likely be able to help. http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/forum/92-vendors/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
specialwheelhorse 174 #21 Posted July 4, 2014 Welcome to Red Square ! Nice! If any one asks why you *need* a decades old garden tractor, tell them it is an art object! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-101plowerpower 1,605 #22 Posted July 5, 2014 (edited) Thanks AMC Rules. Just what i need. Glad I found this site. Think Iam hook and will have to keep it. first of, welcome to the wonderfull world of Wheel Horse, better get in touch with the WHA if you're hooked Koen Edited July 5, 2014 by C-101plowerpower Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,398 #23 Posted July 5, 2014 She is a real beauty , extremely rare here in the UK ,. I'm sure this will not be your last tractor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
northguy 10 #25 Posted July 5, 2014 Thanks for all the kind words. Already searching for a mowing deck and I may end up with another tractor. Oh boy....I think I am hooked. Thanks again for all the responses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
