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Well, I have wanted one of these for a LONG time and now I finally have one. This 420 was used. It seems like it was at least taken care of mechanically. The oil was full and pretty clean and the air filter was pretty clean as well. The 20 hp Kohler runs excellent with 250 hrs. on it and its pretty friggin fast!. Cosmetically it could be better.. The paint has some chips and scratches here and there as well as the decals being a little scratched and marked up. The seat has a few tears where you sit. Thankfully I work for a leather company with a 60,000 square foot buiding full of leather so matching it up shouldn't be too difficult. The chrome isn't too bad other than the steering wheel. having EVERYTHING rechromed is pretty much out of the question because I'm pretty sure that will put me in the poor house. I'm not too sure on whether to fully restore it or leave it as a survivor.. I know I won't be able to do it this year as I'm hoping to sell my house this spring if all goes well. There just enough enough room in my current garage to properly restore this tractor. Anyway, here is how it has cleaned up since yesterday...

Finally got the ambition a few days ago to start working on my 702 with HY-2 hydraulic lift.I guess it hasn't run in many years.Plus it lived outdoors.All the normal things wrong.Tranny full of water.Fan gear on the steering broken,Rear hub halfmoon keys just about worn off.Carb full of varnish.I was going to start buying some needed parts,but decided to drag my other 702 into the shop today.Manual lift on this one.Real nice gear-drive RD mowere deck too.Plus all good steering components.Got the mower deck,gas tank and steering column off since I've taken the pics.Some people will probably think I'm restoring the wrong one,but the one with the hydraulic lift came from an old friend .I thought I'd share with you guys here.Enjoy the pics.Love these little red tractors.

Got a call yesterday and you know me... I think I'm just gonna leave the trailer hooked to a truck from now on. Picked up a 77 C160 Auto, 75 C161, (the hoods are switched) 1056, Work Horse 700, and a 12 8sp. It was a nice surprise to see the front weights on the 1056. I couldn't believe they were all there and 4 of them ran and drove and 1 just needs a coil. Also got a tiller, 3 more decks, some extra parts, and something I desperately needed, another plow.

no wonder I cant find any horses in ky Geno has them all

I just bumped into this post- My name is easy- I was recruited by and played football for the Fighting Illini of University of Illinois. My Coach was Pete Elliott. We won the 1964 Rose Bowl, and I was lucky enough to play with men like **** Butkus, Jim Grabowski, Bob Trumpy, and several others that went on to NFL careers. I blew my knee out in a spring game, ending my career. I played left Tackle on offense , because I was a good Pass Blocker , and right Tackle on defense for pass rushing. Good memories and life lessons, good education.

Thanks Guy's Great Help.....I only have the little MF 7 as of now Im in process of restoring it and Dads MF 12 but I can post up a picture of a massey Harris of Dad's we just finished Im going to buy a Lawn Ranger as soon as I get done with the little MF.....a picture of Dad out playing on His triple shorty after I got the paint done this past July sorry no Wheel Horse pictures yet but hopefully next summer I can get one bought and then it's on...LOL

Started another project this fall, I decided to install a 10 HP Chinese Diesel in a rescued C85. I worked a good price from Carroll Stream this spring on an engine and when I picked up the C85 in WV, I thought that would make a good fit. And like everything else I do, it got a little carried away! Frist thought was making a worker, now slowly turning into a show pony. The C85 black hood worked well because of the vast room under the hood. I made up threaded mounting blocks from 3/8†bar stock for mounting the engine. The engine was too close to the top of the hood to allow the compression release to rotate; I made a new hood hinge and raised the hood 3/4â€. A small teak on the side of the hood using a bar clamp and that made enough room to clear the air cleaner. Then came new paint, tires, a stack, (with chrome tip), a sleeve hitch and much more. It is now about 90% now. Hope to be done next month; I will shoot more pics when completed. Thanks for looking. Joe

Thanks for the reply's, I spent some time today cleaning it up with wd40 and steelwool, I also put some MM oil in the eng and let it sit, and then turn it over to check if it was seized up.(all good) I then put a jump pack on the battery cable too check the starter, she turned over fine, ( plug out ). I am going to clean the carb next and then try and start her up. I have a few questions, There was a problem with the steering so I removed the front wheels and started checking things over and found a loose nut at the bottom of the steering shaft. That will be an easy fix, I notice the steering linkage look different, and I wanted to know if this was OE? ( see attached photo 2078). Front tire are filled with cal I think, what is my best plan for them. The tires are good front and back. Rims might need paint, looking for ideas on that. I would also like to see a photo of how the battery was tie down on the frame, if any one has a good photo. Thanks, Dave

I used lots of aluminum foil and in some spots I had to use ultra fine steel wool in extra soapy water. I then put a coat of wax on the chrome.. Nothing got scratched...

It's back together and running. As I had indicated, I was getting anxious to put it to work, so I did not do an extensive redo. I settled for some new paint in the more obvious areas and the rest of the effort was in the mechanics. The engine seems to be in near perfect condition. I changed the oil (which, BTW, wasn't all that bad shape), cleaned out the gas tank and replaced the fuel filter, cleaned and put a kit in the carb, removed the deck lift, adjusted the brake, replaced the tie rods and put 4 new tires on it (I went with turf tread since I don't plan to do heavy work with it). The local power company replaced my feeder pole (about 40' pole) a few weeks ago and just dropped the old pole in the yard (my request). I just tied a tow strap to one end of the pole and put the WH in low-low and walked off with the pole. It didn't even hit the governor. I'm happy with it. For about $250-$300 I have a fine addition to my "fleet".

got some work on the ranger today, seat on, outside pics with juliette and got the deck adjuster but the split pin won and the angle grinder was the only way it was coming off. james

Maryland needs to be kicked out of Div. 1 college football entirely! How do you lose a 25 pt. lead at home on the last day of the season? Steve, I was on the road following the game. But if you and I were watching the game together, I would have been tossing furniture at you the entire 2nd half! I caught the end and couldn't believe it. Watched some highlites and it looked like Christian Ponder and Donovan Mcnabb were at QB with all the grounders. I did see that pass the Maryland guy caught with his feet and knees. Too bad it wasn't called right. SINCE I now nothing about college football I can't complain about the results. My only regret is Iowa is done. Now Steve and Brrly might pick the same teams and take half the fun out of it. New rule next year. Bitten needs to pick first so we know what teams will win!

Excuses!!

Thanks guys! The plan for this one is to totally refurb it... fix everything that needs fixing but keep it in its work cloths. That way I can drive it without worrying about the paint or if grease and oil leak. Even though the tractor originally had a Clinton, I will be swapping a K90 on it... just so I have one Kohler powered RJ35.

thank you everyone I had a nice easy going relaxing day Brian

Yes... One to me and You have one leaving tomorrow. I really think your buy/sell ratio is a wee skewed lol But Still ... Rather see you do what you're doing than them end up .... lord only knows where...

YES!

Gotta make a lectric starter till you getem runnin right Craig.

He has gone beyond collecting......and into the unknown.....me just a owner and only wish I could collect.

We got it together enough to test ride today. The engine is loud, seems to have plenty of power. Will see when we put the plow and tiller on this spring. Hope to finish assembly this week, lights, hitch, and decals. I am attaching a couple short vids of my best neighbor Fred driving around IMG_0348.mov IMG_0347.mov.

I have a 30'x50' shop that's empty and needs some horses in it

its just my name

Here's a update had to paint the back fender the rust was out of control so now it's multiple colors but I like it

The amp meter will NOT show the draw from the battery due to the starter. The starter can draw 35- 50 amps which far exceeds the scale of the ammeter. Download the Kohler engine manual from the MANUALS section of this forum. There are additional checks that can be made internal to the starter if you are convinced it may be fried. Brushes can be replaced, armature commutators can be faced or cleaned, worn bearings can be replaced. Poor battery condition, poor battery cables and corroded cable connections can make you believe you have a bad starter.Make sure you can turn over the crankshaft of the engine by hand to eliminate engine mechanical issues. Measure that battery voltage while you are cranking the engine.

I think you're worthy of the elite position Steve. Just knock on the basement door and we'll let you down. Oh yeah. Hey AJ!!! Nice try in your attempt to get to the donuts but you under estimated the talent a couple of us have in picking the teams.

Bob...you are absolutely correct...it is much better to be in the basement with good people, then standing on the top with only one way to go. I am much more comfortable in the basement then I am on the top. I am out of my comfort zone.

OH...one more bragging rights issue I have to deal with.....wait for it!!! Illinois is going Bowling...Michigan gets to be at home watching the game. Watch out for those cigar store Indians... Who would have thought that???

Some of my favorites A Dino on a Pond My daughter with her lawn ranger Friends at the show And the best one of all

I don't use anything on the inside or outside. I use the correct size chain for the tire, and fit them so they are tight without the need for anything extra.

I just wanted to say after being on here for a few years and seeing how the European buddies we have on Red Square have grown their participation, great contributions and innovative interaction on the website, we sure can learn a lot from you folks in the Wheel Horse department! I find myself "peeking" into the Europe forum more and more! A big thank you for all you do on Red Square.

Went and saved this 308-8 from my sisters house today runs alright but needs sum love and the PTO belt was broken

Looking good, more pics are always good!

My Name is a nod to my BBQ side gig ... and yes ... that IS my bbq pictured..

The plaque on the hood only has the original owners name on it. The tag on the fender is hard too read from sun fade. It looks like the last three numbers on it are 022 but I can't be sure, Tomm I will look at it with a magnifying glass. My plans are to bring it to the BIG SHOW.

WOW! Nice haul

Beautiful Ken! It looks good enough to leave as is.

fits like it was meant to be!

Move the flag pin down 1 hole to increase length of the stroke of the lift rod.

I have been to his shop and I cant figger out where he would put any more without putting up another building.

The 20hp ONAN is my favorite engine. Plenty of power, highest torque in its class, and best sounding engine by far. The Kohler engines are next followed by the Kawasaki engines. They are all good when properly maintained and run on non ethanol fuel if they have carburetors.

Steve - congratulations..... . Sorry I did not make it to your place on Wednesday... We had a cat that just was not traveling well, so we went right to Oregon. Had a grea time this year with everyone. Finished well below what I did last year. What a year to watch so very unexpected, should have lost teams win, and teams that should have won lose. When I watched Iowa allow Nebraska to go for 17 unanswered points, I knew that was history. I just want to forget this season.We did have 3 teams that made it a respectable conference...But in my opinion it should have been more., Rob

Hi Buckshot 1, The 7706 lift bar was sold as an option to provide down force to the blade and connects to the rock shaft. The 105052 link bolts directly to the lift arm and depends on the weight of the blade for down force. Hope this helps.

I'm surprised no one has mentioned the Briggs vanguard. I repowered one of my tractors with it and it has become by far my favorite motor

It depends on what I'm using it for: Overall work and long life Kohler Money no object quality and long life Honda Easy starting and light weight Briggs If I have money and all the time in the world to fix it Onan If I need a good boat anchor ( Because of it's weight not it's quality) Wisconsin If I was giving the piece of equipment to my brother in law Tecky

What creek is that ? Smokes ? Here's the tongue jack off my sled trailer . My conservative estimate is +/- 3000 lbs on the top of the aluminum cap . Props to Triton trailers for making one worthy of a Buffalo storm . The jack , on the other hand was a $20 harbor-freight cheapie . You get whatcha pay for !

Hello Ryan and

Now that I've been here (as a RS member) two years, I am more and more exploring the Euro section of Red Square. The Euro members are a class act, and bring a feeling of harmony to the forum. I will be a regular visitor here as time marches on. Van

It was Simon (Landsurveyor) who first tried to interest me in joining RS. At the time I'd all but completed my first go at restoring a WH (C-120 Auto) which I'd decided to do as something different from things I'd worked on in the past. The tractor was to be put into use and I had no thoughts of showing it and knew from my other interests that forums can become very time consuming. My reaction at the time was 'thanks but no thanks'. I had no plans at that stage to restore another WH or attend a show with one. Famous last words - I should have remembered I said the exact same thing re my first military jeep. In the end curiosity got the better of me and I was pleasantly surprised with what I found. Of course RS is unlike any other community that I've come across and you feel welcome, no one is critical of what you have done or makes you feel small for asking dumb questions, in fact quite the reverse and you are soon thinking in terms of more horses. Acquiring quite a few more horses and attachments since has led me to meeting a number of guys when picking up purchases. Some have fallen into the category of potential RS members and I have used the opportunity for a sales pitch but I usually detect the same reluctance that I had exhibited and for the same sorts of reasons. It would certainly be an idea to have a card or sticker with the logo and url to leave with them to increase the curiosity factor and possibly tip the scale later. Many times I have written the url on a scrap of paper but we all know I guess what happens to those. Andy

I started putting my various links to Youtube, Flickr, Photobucket and Red Square on the back of my business card that has my address , email and telephone number. I send this card out when I sell a gasket or oil seal for a Wheel Horse on Ebay. I also give this card out a lot at shows and swap meets. I think that helpgs bring along some of the younger folks interested in restoring, collecting or using a great tractor. Hey Mark -you need a different color typeset on the http://www.wheel-horse.co.uk - home of the UK Wheel Horse register die . It is hard to see the blue links on the green background!

Great thread, as the guys point out we are gaining in momentum albeit slowly. I've made some great friends and it's great that on my travels I can call in and see other addicts The spirit behind the euro section is amazing too. I remember around 3 years ago when I was rebuilding my C-101 and I'd accidentally chopped up my pto control link..... Richard (anglotraction) just bunged one in the post and sent it down.,I've had similar support from Ian (stigian) and Neil. Neil has been kind enough on a few occasions to invite me to break up my journeys to Cornwall and stay overnight. Not sure why, but the chance to see Neil's awesome collection of horses and literature always tempts me I sell a lot of decal sets, oddly over half my customers are not on the forum and have no interest in joining! It's shame, because some of the guys have done great jobs and the restorations and pictures could be enjoyed by the whole WH community! Like Neil says too, we all log on 10 times a day to get our fix too. It's a great site! Thanks Mark