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OK everybody, here are the pics! Didn't get them posted yesterday due to having to work overtime. I hope you enjoy them.

Here are a few more pictures of the Sycamore Show from my I phone. Water Tank for the Steam Tractors

All 3 tecumseh carbs I have in my parts stash have 10-32 screws to hold the air cleaner on, 1//2" long should be ample.

Well my stepmom called me and said if I wanted the rest of my dad's tractors, come get them. So needless to say you know what I did this afternoon. I know I got a 312-8 with a magnum 12 in it, think I got a c81 and not sure on the last one. It has a k241 in it. Not sure if any of the motors are original. Try to get better pics later. Ran out of light.

Get it hot, run it for at least 20 min to 30 min just warming up. Then find a tree, light pole or any immovable object. Bring motor up to power, then engage drive. If tires spin you should have a good trans. If it sits there and groans and doesn't do anything, run run run the opposite direction/ Chains look like four or six link. I'd lose those

Tires didn't look all that bad. New ones are pricey, As other have stated how does it run when heated up? Get her hot then try to push some dirt around. You are buying a basic snowplow tractor what is that worth to you? Ds are not the most efficient or easiest to use device if you want to cut grass...plus a deck will cost you more $$$. I would stay closer to 500.

I finally got a chance to rebuild a transmission with a hi/low mechanism. This is a 6 speed #5060 transmission with the 10 pinion limited slip differential. Notice the brake shaft comes out the hole closest to the axle housing. The 8 speeds brake shaft comes out of the cluster shaft hole. I did a series of videos for this thread along with some pictures. The videos are split up between different phases of rebuilding...ie...the differential, the hi/low shift mechanism, the rest of the gears 1 & 2 (my batteries died in the camera). Most of the information will be in the videos...be advised that I did some struggling while doing these videos and I left them as is because it is not always easy. Hope this helps you guys. correction... According to the manual the bolts that hold the differential together are in backwards in the video. The nuts should be on the input shaft side (right side) of the transmission. Sorry, I missed that. Just got the trans split. I use a 1" old wood chisel to start and then work the case apart with a pry bar. A couple shots after getting the case half off...trans is in neutral. The trans case works as a work bench for the differential...very cool Here is the reason the trans needed to be opened. An axle gear lost it's teeth and the pieces were lodged in the pinions. Finished and back together. The rest are the videos...1st on is the differential... Next 2 are dealing with the hi/low mechanism...1st one taking apart and the 2nd on putting together...be nice...it was my first time. Now, 2 videos putting the rest of the trans together...batteries died just before I finished the first video. Thanks for looking

I have a 520 with the Onan engine with over a 1000 hrs. on it. I just got it this spring and I've had numerous problems that I've solved, but I can't get it to run right. When I got it, it ran on one cylinder, tuned it up, didn't help. Discovered after a compression check no compression on rear cylinder. Adjusted valves and seemed to fix problem, fired on both cylinders. The carb was dirty and someone had put the float & needle valve together wrong, now it runs great for 30-45 minutes. At this point it starts to misfire on rear cylinder & won't straighten out till it cools down completely. Also, now when it starts cold it's one cylinder for a couple seconds till the other kicks in. I've read a lot of post on here about the coil, but I don't want to spend $150-200 on a coil only to find it doesn't fix the problem. Any good advice out there?

Thats it! Wow,I paid less that half of what they are going for, for each set. Two sets were found at this years show.

Heres my commando 8 with the narrow frame plow on it ive moved lots of dirt gravel and snow with it

I posted a picture of what I think is a very early model this morning. Could anyone tell me something about it from the picture? I'm not so good at this and I'm not sure where this mail actually will end up. Sorry but it's a cute little tractor and it runs great.

I'd really like to hear that CHIME PLOW play "I'm dreaming of a white Christmas".

I bet your right. lol Glenn

Thanks Steve..I wouldn't even think about opening a tranny, but after watching your tutorial videos, I think I'm ready to try it.

Since i'm on vacation for the next two weeks I figure I'd better clean out the shop and garage. The shop was a disaster from the rush to get the C-160 done for the show. Seeing as my tractors live in my work shop they had to be the first things out before I could start. After having well over 60 different Wheel Horse/Pond tractors over the last 9 years I am down to just three. One from each of what I feel were the 3 best decades for the company. The 50's, 60's and 70's. And yes for those with the keen eyes that is a 61' NOS hood on my 58' RJ. The RJ's original hood is actually going to the local Tech school this year so they can fix the issues with the metal and will be placed back on the tractor when complete. I also picked up a K90 at this years show and plan on putting this tractor back to the way it left the factory. The 50's The 60's The 70's Also had out my other two toys because they needed to come out of the shop too. Not Wheel Horses but cool none the less!

Excellent videos, Steve, hope they will be pinned in trans.

One last 416 pic

Van - looking good!

These are some pics I found once. I couldn't mount one on mine as it has the easy ride seat. the seat spring tower uses the bolt holes and block the fans location.

$750 max. I don't think the snow blade is even Wheel Horse. Thats only if the hydro Is Strong. My thoughts only

Heard we are in some sort of cycle. Farmers Alamanac says another just like last year is what I've been hearing. I think T town had almost 90" of white stuff last year. I believe we have had two or three days at 90 degrees in other words Yes, a mild summer. Good looking blower, I had one and sold it because the 522xi went away so I sold the blower. Still have the 520xi with blade so it should handle it. Didn't take blade off until July 15

Awesome work guys, my C-161 has a 103916 as I've borrowed that transmission for project bendy. This transmission will be rebuilt and become the front trans for bendy. I'm sure it's more than up to the job! Mark

I second what Steve says. I think Sparky sold his absolutely mint D for like $1900. $1500 is like shooting for the moon. In these times even $1000 is high. The D160 his buddy is selling I believe he paid $500 for it. New tires all the way around is gonna run you around $300-$400 for that tractor. Between $500 and $700 is all I would go. Just my $.02

I have a buddy with a D160 that he went through mechanically and it runs really nice. It needs paint etc and cannot sell it for $700 with no attachments. I would tell him to try and sell it on CL for what he wants and if it does not sell in a week or so then he should call you and you can talk. this way he "tried" to get his money for it (which he will not) and you both feel better if you agree on a price of around $750...

Sounds like you had a great day Van! I haven't had Waffle House in 15 yrs. I ate there everyday for a month while I was in McDonough, GA. Man, I miss Waffle House. Yes I really said that and I mean it. Lookin forward to the pics Van!

Mine travels faster in reverse as well and tends to creep forward in "neutral", I think the issue has to do with the linkage being out of adjustment. The Eaton hydro manual has a process for adjusting the motion control which I believe will fix the problem. Am very interested in seeing how yours turns out, I think more black in the color scheme would look nice.

My lumen meter is at the cleaners

My grandson said he wanted to drive it.

I really don't think things like you're mentioned are any problem with the 4 pinion, 1" transmissions. One of my tractors up north was a 84 GT1100 (the gray ones). It was the tractor I used to push the snow off my 800' of driveway. We had some nasty snows too since we were right in the lake effect area off Lake Michigan. Since it was more fun to push snow the only time I got the 16hp out to blow it was when it was just too much. I also plowed (dirt) with it. The tiller went on the 16hp because the axle hitch was different on mine. As far as why they made them. I'd say is was just a cost thing.

PM sent and thanks for all you do!

PM sent Scott.

Excellent pictures guys...and what a great weekend.

There are more pictures, I just didn't want to put them all in the thread. You're welcome to view them here... http://s228.photobucket.com/user/jschahl/slideshow/MiscShows/Sycamore2014?sort=2 and for your listening enjoyment... Noon whistles from the steam show. (be sure to turn your volume up first so you can hear it)

What an absolutely gorgeous weather weekend! Friday and Saturday, fair weather, temps around 70-75... and sitting in the shade with a light breeze. What could be better? Oh... yeah, enjoying that weather with some tractor buds! Here's my pics from Sycamore. Terry and Denny An interesting modified Suburban to front engine Denny and Terry There was a 1054 in the flea market... so of course Lane was spotted there! Unknown local club member who was there participating in the WWII military display on this B-series with early 60s fenders. Steve and Dave Terry and Steve Wingrider and Terry And now a few other shots around the show….. This guy bought this Holder off a scrap pile missing many parts and not even knowing what it was for a long time. Never heard of this one before… Someone’s clever little ½ scale Cub Cadet Other random shots And last... a couple of the big boys. This 1916 Illinois Engine was making it's debut at the show. It is owned by the club, purchased in 2003, and has just finally had restoration completed. It was built locally in Sycamore, IL. This is one of 65 built, 6 are still known to exist, only 3 of which run. Again, what a great show, couldn't ask for better weather or company. Was glad to get to hang out with these guys for a couple days. Looking forward to seeing Steve and Terry again this weekend at the Le Sueur MN Pioneer Power show.

Great pics of a great show Steve and Terry! David and I had a great time and enjoyed catching up with all the Red Square members in attendance. The Sycamore Show is as good as Steve says it is -that's for sure! I just got home after five days in northern Indiana and Illinois-but I need to get these posted! Here are a few of the pics I took at the show!

Yes the new barn is finished. Should have built it bigger !!! LOL Mike I'm right there with you regarding Kohler Magnum powered anythings! OK, time for the latest report. Arrived at the sellers house to find he had the 312 sitting in the circle drive waiting on me to get there. We pushed it up on the trailer and away I went....... home, but not without stopping at the local Waffle House for some waffles, eggs, bacon, toast, grits (yes I said grits), and coffee. It takes alot of food to successfully transport Wheel Horses around North Carolina. By the time I got home it was already 94 degrees. I rolled the 312 in the shop. I'm waiting for a cooler day to work on it. Then I run the 416 until the engine was at operating tempreture, and drained out all the old engine oil. Now the Kohler Magnum is happy with almost 3 quarts of LE 30w in it. The PO had just changed the transmission oil. It is full right up to the mark, the shifter boot is intact so no need to do anything there. All the lights work including the tail lights. Checked the charging system. There is a strong 13.95vdc going to the battery. All good there too! Wish I could tell you I did all this great and wonderful stuff to the 312 but again, thats a cooler day project. Instead I had to get on the big red tractor and work a bunch of crushed stone into the new driveway I've built to now have a circle drive. That was just too much work to do with a Wheel Horse. I needed power steering and diesel power for that project. So anyway guys, that was my day. Starting another week of overtime tomorrow. Been working overtime all Summer. Thats why I have not been here very much since the big show. Oh yeah, almost forgot, yes I took some pics! I'll post them tomorrow.

Just when I thought about going. Maybe they need some of this or .

A Kohler sounds better?? Did you have ear muffs on? Nothing sounds better than an Onan when it's right. Of course I've only had two Onan 16's since I' ve always been partial to the 20"s.

Thanks for the info Martin. I have that wiring diagram now but couldn't be sure until your post. As far as liking Onans...you're right, they're not my favorite engine in any way shape or form. I would have been a lot happier finding my Dad a 418. But this thing is in super shape even though it was so dirty. I replaced that molex connector today and she fired right up once fuel got to the bowl. I still think a Kohler 16 sounds better.....

Lola, I always find it hard to come up with the right words at times like these. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this time.

Congrats and great story! Thanks for sharing!

Being a "good winner" seems to be a lost art these days, thanks for building you son's character!

Awesome work yet again Ian, I'm glad the beast is sorted! Looking forward tothe next video already

I think that everyone should get a chance to play with the detente balls and spring...push those things together and try to get a shaft by them...while sliding out an Allen wrench and keeping the setup together.

just watched the differential video, Steve. nicely done. i like the fact that you didn't edit it in anyway, it shows us through your work what to look out for and what problems we may come across while assembling. going to watch the others now!! so does this mean that you have now joined the hi/lo rebuilders club?

I think I'd better stop looking at the pictures now, I'm dribbling too much on the keyboard Fantastic build, love it

I would say that most of the problems with the techy carb and cleaning it and still not running right is the fact that you can not get to the place the carb clogs up just taking it apart and soaking it will not clean the low speed passage which is the place 90% of them clog up you have to remove a brass plug from the carb body to gain access there is a small metal rod in this passage also.with the bass plug removed you can get the metal rod out and use a pipe cleaner and spray carb cleaner on the passage way to clean it a fast check to tell if you have a clogged low speed passage is with the carb off the tractor remove the jets, bowl ,float, needle hold the carb body next you your ear and shake it up and down you should hear a clink of the small metal rod moving back and forth in it's passage way if it does not the passage way is clogged up Brian

Very cool, I bet you were so siked to finally see it outside, and get to start playing with it a little. Out of curiosity, were you guys making "vroom vroom" noises when you sat behind the wheel? lol In all seriousness though, it is quite astonishing to see this, and I really enjoy watching this unfold. Keep it up!

Picked up a 1980 D-160 today. I only really wanted the tractor and mowing deck but it had to be bought as a set. It came with a 48" deck, a snow-blower that I will probably never use, a homemade weight box for the 3 point hitch and a tub type trailer. It also has the rear PTO although I have no attachments for that part. Heres the pics. Mike........