motor12 367 #1 Posted October 11, 2014 Been looking for my first Wheel Horse and located just what I wanted. It's an 854. Like I was told on this forum, get ready for a road trip. So I did , my wife and I drove from Texas to Missouri and picked it up. We got home and I put a battery in it and it started right up, no smoke and it drives in all gears. Going to dig into it tomorrow to see just what I really have. The seller was nice and threw in an original pan seat . I'm happy with the 854 and will be asking a lot of questions of this forum. Thanks. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #2 Posted October 11, 2014 (edited) Motor. Wow! Explains it all. I have a 854 myself. They are great. Please keep us posted and spoon feed us the pics.7 And a big welcome to red square. Best of luck. Glenn Edited October 12, 2014 by JERSEYHAWG / Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,943 #3 Posted October 11, 2014 You picked an awesome tractor... to start your addiction with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,154 #4 Posted October 12, 2014 I've been eyeballing that one on CL glad somebody here on red square got it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse79 271 #5 Posted October 12, 2014 (edited) Nice 854. Yours is in a bit better shape than the one I started with in my avatar. I'm sure it will look great when you're done. You will have a lot of fun cleaning, repairing, painting and sourcing parts. I look at it as a bonding experience with the tractor. This forum is great and you will learn a lot and make friends along the way. Welcome! Edited October 12, 2014 by WheelHorse79 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean Keys 57 #6 Posted October 12, 2014 Looks great!!! Nice little project! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,928 #8 Posted October 12, 2014 Way to go Motor! You picked a good 1st one. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,270 #9 Posted October 12, 2014 That's a great tractor for your first project. I'll be looking forward to seeing the progress. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,398 #10 Posted October 12, 2014 Welcome to Redsquare, I also have an 854 here in UK ,although they are extremely rare over this side of the pond, they are great fun to tinker with & you will now probably develop a long love relaxation ship with your new found friend. In fact you will probably spend more time with your tractor than your Mrs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catmanii 36 #11 Posted October 12, 2014 Yep, in Texs it takes a road trip most of the time to get what you want. At lest you got a good one to restore. Hope your happy with it, they are fine little tractors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molon_Labe 731 #12 Posted October 12, 2014 Looks like a pretty darn nice to me. Keep posting pics for us. and Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,515 #13 Posted October 12, 2014 Welcome to Red Square! For your 1st project, a real classic worthy of any members efforts restoring the beautiful Stallion. Keep us up-to-date with your progress, pampering the old Horse! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
groundhog47 347 #14 Posted October 12, 2014 motor12, looks like your road trip paid off , gotta lone the old ones. Here's a site you may wish to peruse through: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
specialwheelhorse 174 #15 Posted October 12, 2014 Wow can't wait till we lone star staters are able to see this one up close . Well their might be a few others over your way interested as well. If there is anything you need let us know, just maybe !!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
groundhog47 347 #16 Posted October 12, 2014 Jim our new neighbor doesn't mess around, he's starting off with a Indy fast run! Wow can't wait till we lone star staters are able to see this one up close . Well their might be a few others over your way interested as well. If there is anything you need let us know, just maybe !!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
motor12 367 #17 Posted October 12, 2014 Worked on the 854 project today, started the tear down and most everything seems to be in good shape with the exception of the carb. Every other screw was broken off or missing and even some sheet metal screws were used in place of the machine screws. The only other problem is the steering wheel, its kinda stubborn so I have it soaking in penetrating oil, hope it comes off the 3/4 in. shaft with out damage. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,943 #18 Posted October 12, 2014 Looking better already. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,928 #19 Posted October 13, 2014 Not wasting any time that's for sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtieguy 334 #20 Posted October 13, 2014 Nice find....but next time let us know you are making a "road trip" to MO and I'll make sure you go home with more than ONE!!!..might even meet ya at da border!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dtallon 320 #21 Posted October 15, 2014 Looks like a good project. My first was an 854 too. You might want to consider leaving the steering wheel on if it's in good shape. They are almost always a pain to get off, and if you can get them off it's hard not to damage them in the process. I look forward to seeing more of your progress. You are off to a great start. Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speedyleedy 205 #22 Posted October 16, 2014 Looks like a nice tractor to fix up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
motor12 367 #23 Posted October 17, 2014 I have been away from the 854 project for a couple of days but back at it again. I am taking most of the sheet metal to be sand blasted this coming Tuesday and will do the metal repair that same week. I want to get some primer on the metal as soon as I can. The carb is in need of a rebuild and has a broken machine screw that needs to be removed. The wiring will also be redone. One of the most difficult tasks was removing the tires from the wheels, they were rusted on the rims. I will post some photos of my progress in the coming weeks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #24 Posted October 17, 2014 Your going to town on it. Thanks for the updates. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
motor12 367 #25 Posted October 18, 2014 Did some cleaning and sanding on the frame and trans today and put on a coat of Sunset red paint. It was an all day project but worth it. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
