Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #1 Posted January 7, 2017 hey guys been a while since i been around. so last night a friend txted me i live in indiana my friend lives in california. he says he knew someone north of me with a wheel horse and the guy was wanting to give it away. so i said sure txt me address and time to pick it up. so a few txt messages later i had a time and place set up for tonight. didnt know anything about the machine or condition i figured a old beater that was rusted from sitting a loong time. well i got to the guys house rang door bell he opens garage door and this 1961 701 wheel horse with hood fenders seat and spring was there its just a little dismantled due to frame being cracked (which ill fix). now to top it off its got the hydrolic lift on it and came with a snow plow. i need manual on hydrolice lift and pics of it installed would be nice too because it looks odd on the location. but heres only picture i have of it. i am planning on rewiring it and getting it running and fixing frame and hood and using it and take it to shows. 16 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,515 #2 Posted January 7, 2017 Great find and, "the Price is Right" too! Progress updates required. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #3 Posted January 7, 2017 4 minutes ago, Tankman said: Great find and, "the Price is Right" too! Progress updates required. yup was really shocked seeing the hydrolic unit lol 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorseman 3,197 #4 Posted January 7, 2017 It's in the right location 13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #5 Posted January 7, 2017 Just now, wheelhorseman1000 said: It's in the right location hydolic cylinder how is it mounted 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #7 Posted January 7, 2017 3 minutes ago, wheelhorseman1000 said: its in correct place on front of cylinder. they turned the plow quick release backwards on this one i need to see how it connect to axle i didnt pay much attention because its cold and dark lol 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #8 Posted January 7, 2017 That is one awesome acquisition right there. Deal of a lifetime. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #9 Posted January 7, 2017 1 minute ago, JimD said: That is one awesome acquisition right there. Deal of a lifetime. yes it is. makes me happy. like when i got my 72 sears suburban 15 (harder to find sears machine due to it having a cast iron briggs instead of the normal tecumseh) 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #10 Posted January 7, 2017 1 minute ago, craftsmanmowerfreak said: yes it is. makes me happy. like when i got my 72 sears suburban 15 (harder to find sears machine due to it having a cast iron briggs instead of the normal tecumseh) Many would want to restore this one to it's showroom glory but I really like your plan to use it and take it to shows. It's a first rate machine in its work clothes too. Maybe a nice clear coat to keep the patina in tact would be in order. So many things to consider with a beauty like this one. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #11 Posted January 7, 2017 Just now, JimD said: Many would want to restore this one to it's showroom glory but I really like your plan to use it and take it to shows. It's a first rate machine in its work clothes too. Maybe a nice clear coat to keep the patina in tact would be in order. So many things to consider with a beauty like this one. its been repainted at one time within next week ill get around to looking into it see if i can find stickers near hy-2 pump 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,514 #12 Posted January 7, 2017 This should give you the information. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACman 7,505 #13 Posted January 7, 2017 Did you buy a lottery ticket after you took that pic how lucky can you get ! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #14 Posted January 7, 2017 2 minutes ago, ACman said: Did you buy a lottery ticket after you took that pic how lucky can you get ! i should of but no i didnt lol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,941 #15 Posted January 7, 2017 http://www.redoyourhorse.com/hy-2-hydraulic-pump-decal-kit/ 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elliot ness 1,916 #16 Posted January 7, 2017 Great score. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 24,091 #17 Posted January 7, 2017 NICE!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #18 Posted January 7, 2017 i cant wait for it to warm up and i get a chance to get it running Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #19 Posted January 7, 2017 here are better pictures 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,514 #20 Posted January 7, 2017 Those foot rests are a bit unusual, but probably very functional. I think I would keep them. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #21 Posted January 7, 2017 1 hour ago, 953 nut said: Those foot rests are a bit unusual, but probably very functional. I think I would keep them. i like them just dont look the best. i dug out 62 and after footrests out of parts bin 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TDF5G 2,051 #22 Posted January 10, 2017 She looks purdy good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elkskin's mower junkyard 1,117 #23 Posted January 22, 2017 got it together so yesterday i took some photos. now i am having issues with lift arm on 701 i think its broke. so been talking with Lane about what i need to do to make another one. one of previous owners welded a extra peice to it outside of the machine to lift blade. i want it back to way its supposed to be. but for now the rig works. come spring time the 701 will be my mowing machine 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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