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Got...maybe 6" of the slick, dry, powdery stuff here overnight... definitely was a far cry from the Armageddon forecasters were predicting(not complaining)... did the drive and side with the blower, early this morning...wasn't pretty, but did make it happen though. Just connected the dots to the shed out back, chose my plow this time, and went much better.

A friend brought this by yesterday. From what I have read on Red Square the first 500 Special had a H60 recoil start. This one has a HH60 with recoil and electric start. Looks to be fairly complete with the original seat. The cushion is torn, but you can still see the wheel horse logo. Thought some of you might like pictures. I'm more into the bigger HP tractors so I will sell or trade this one.

It's been a while since I added to the WH side of the collection, but today I aquired a pretty nice 603. It has a few minor issues here and there, but with a little elbow grease and some attention I think it's going to be a pretty nice little rig. The original Techy runs quite well - even though I'm not a fan. The steering wheel is super mint.

Well here in central Ohio we only got a mere 5 inches of the white stuff! Bummer for my snow plow rig, a 1974 A90 Special! I fired it up anyways and let it fly. The county snow plow didn't even bother to go down my road so I did part of my road and my one neighbor did part of the road too with his new fangled Cub Cadet tractor. Then I did my driveway and my neighbor ladies driveway too just for fun. It took about 2 hours to do all of this. This is the first time I got to use my snow plow this winter! So far we haven't got much snow this year, not like most of you guys are getting!

Off topic but looking at your avatar brings back memories. Many years ago I was privileged to have this beautiful creature.

Just in case you wondered, everyone in northern Wisconsin and the Upper penninsula of Michigan is laughing their asses off right now. A two foot drop of snow is not historic, does not shut down the city for three days, and does not require the National Guard. It is called Tuesday, and it happens all the time!

Like the one I have, that I cant get done. Lol BUT,,,,,,,,,,and I am no expert. The motor "should be" a recoil start, period. Did not read anywhere of a electric start. The rumor says that MANY DEALERS changed engines to make the tractor more desireable and marketable. Its still sweet, and once done a beauty. All the above, my humble comments. A great tractor. Glenn

Sorry hahaha, it's on my electro 12 with a 42 inch blade, weights, and chains. Oh, and a cab! Haha. Love the new cab

Oh come on now, it's the one that uses a fuse.

Vin would not even know how to ride it since it is not a 58, 35 or a panzer.... lol

Hard to measure what we ended up with because of all the drifting but I have about 14"-20" of new snow here. My small town has two pickups and two dump-trucks for snow removal.....we now have two pickups and ONE dump-truck!! Saw this about an hour ago (sorry, cheapie cell phone pic thru my truck window) The driver was out and talking to another driver so I'm thinking no injuries. Its only on its side so maybe it could be pulled back over and get back to work ?? Mike.............

And if the tranny drive pulley is OK, check the axle keys.

Sounds like the woodruff key on the transmission drive pulley has come out or sheared. Jack the back end up so the wheels are off the ground, start the engine. The pulley on the transmission should be turning, and the input shaft that it is mounted on should be turning with the pulley. If it is not, pull the pulley off and inspect the key.

Depends what you like Brrly. Our show will have a lot that the Big Show doesn't from what I've heard. We will have 100's of acres to play on and will actually be able to use them. There will be fields surrounding the main show area set apart for mowing, plowing, tilling, etc. If anyone wants to use any equipment we will have a place for it. I can't wait to see all the horses at work. There's more but that's enough spoilers for today...

Is this going to be the pre-show to the Big Show?? Shall we say warm up!!

OH NO! Your front end is most likely fine, but I'm concerned about your brother, how bad did you hurt him?

Im driving from Florida just for popcorn now. I need to get with you anyways on some decals for my two seater.

We should have a date and a lot of it lined out in a week or so.

I was cruising the back allies of my small home town today and spotted a Wheel horse from a long ways away! I went around the corner and down the next ally and found this oldie buried under some snow! It looked like a Bolens at first with all the snow on it. But after closer inspection I see it is a WH. I talked to the owner and he said he just got it last week with the big Farmall tractor that is next to it. I asked if it was for sale and he said sure. I looked it over and he said it was a 654. It has a 654 drive belt guard on it but after I checked it out further, I could tell it was a 1961 Model #701, one of my favorites! It has the wrong hood and is missing the seat and spring and the double starter generator belt guard is missing too. No big deal since I have one on the shelf. All else looks good including the Kohler motor is loose and intact. He said for me to make him an offer so I said $75.00 and he said no, but he would take $150.00 for it. I said I would go that high on it. I got his phone number and said I would get it next week or next weekend. He said he had some more WH's in the barn, a Raider 12, a Lawn Ranger, a 654 and a very nice old 1958 WH! I said I would like to see the 1958 Horse but he said these weren't for sale. I asked if I bought the other one, if I could see the 1958 tractor and he said yes. So I will get back to him later to get the 701 and see the oldie in the barn. I was hoping it was older than 1958 and maybe I would try to buy it anyways! I will keep ya all posted on this deal!

Here are a few from my neighborhood and around the house. The first two are of the neighborhood's pet doe when it was a fawn last year. It wandered up to me while I was working on a cart. It still is very tolerant of humans. Long story of it being separated from its mother and then adopted by a neighbor after being shunned by the rest of the herd. It had it's own fawn this year. The neighbor has a dog collar on it to prevent being culled. Another neighbor has a farmette with two horse and five goats. Its not uncommon to find the horses broken free. Oke', my dog, was wondering about those "big deer!" The other shots are just some of the local critters. It's interesting living where I am. Rarely a day goes by without taking some type of picture.

...and somebody else... eyeballin' that bunny.

Hey Geno have you called Toro yet to ask what they want for the rest of the Wheel Hose stock parts and naming rights to produce more tractors?

My winter projects are coming along nicely. I wanted to get everything done last fall because it was such a tuff winter last year, and I did. So my winter projects are...sleep late in the mornings, go ice fishing when the temp is in the 20's, light the fire place and watch as much football & basketball as I can, eat a lot of comfort food. I can report that the time line is looking good for a successful winter this year.

A standstill. To Da%& cold in the Garage. This was warmer times.

Some of you may remember this little guy that showed up in my driveway one day a couple of years ago while I was at work. Since he was missin several parts and not even sure if he ran or moved under his own power. I decided to just put him out back for now until I was really bored or something. Well i decided in the fall to take a look at him. He did come with a motor and it seems to run ok ...no smoke or strange noises so that's a good thing. Next up was the tranny...It seemed to work as it should so i thought "what the $#@" since these tractors aren't just layin around here ..at any price ! As it turns out the sheet metal is in BAAAD shape , only pieces that aren't dented ,cracked or broken completely are the running boards. Also the trans was not so good inside, i think the previous owner's thought it was a syncromesh LOL. He is also missin a number of small parts which some of i have already acquired from others,including at least 2 members here and there will be more im sure LOL.So the process of fixin all the years of abuse and neglect has begun (i must be nuts).

I have a 2008 24" Ariens with a 9 hp Tecumseh and differential as opposed to a sold axle. When I bought it I had a 26" gate that I needed to pass through otherwise I would have gotten a wider unit. It was pricey at the time but has been really great for removing snow. The blower housing is about 24" high and deep so it really gathers the snow. The only issue I have had was the chute rotator locking cable broke and was actually replaced with a different assembly which meant "design flaw." I had to pay for the new parts. I would look for an older model with a Tecumseh and steel housings. A differential is easy on the operator as you don't need to fight it. Like other forum members have mentioned, an older unit might be the best choice. My suggestion with the units for sale in today's market, pay the most attention to the engine. Even Ariens has an economy brand in Sno Tek. Also look at the design of the blower housing . The current MTD's design is very shallow and does not perform well. Ariens has changed the design of the auger drive this year so it is either cheaper, or better. You might even consider a Honda snowblower. I know someone with a 1332 tracked unit and it is some machine. The problem with track machines though is they need to be running to move as you cannot wheel them. Great on inclined driveways though. On another forum there was a fellow with a track unit who made a platform dolly so that he could move it off-season in his garage. Here are a few shots of mine. The first shot is when this part of Maryland had the 2010 "Snowmagedden." 38" fell in five days and my neighbor is running the snowblower as I was still back in Illinois completing a teaching contract. The next is the 2011 Winter (I was here then), and with the new cab. I treated myself to a cab for it this year as I found a JD dealer that had the OTC cab priced with the 2010 price! It actually hasn't been used with the lack of snow we are having.

So far Craig is the only one not on the"N" list! Are the rest of us all naughty or nice?

You guys are the best. Took everything apart and put it back together. Just finished up doing a pass up and down the driveway. Worked like a champ. Good enough for tonight though. Back it tomorrow in the daylight.

How 'bout what has kept me from working in the shop. This was supposed to be just a freshen up job but when I got started there was so much hidden damage it became a total gut job. Replaced damaged framing, built new shower and cabinets, plumbing, tile, on and on..................... The good news is it's done. I've got the 42"sd deck underside ready for some POR-15 but it got too cold out (only for a couple days) and I'm finally back on the Suburban.

The hub needs to pulled off. If I'm seeing what I think I'm seeing, you may have serious damage to the axle and/or hub. The keys are half-moon shaped and sit in a half-moon shaped slot that is about 3/16" shallower than the key, allowing it to stick up into a corresponding slot in the hub. Then the set screw is tightened onto the key holding the whole thing in place. The second set screw at 90 degrees to the main one is to help eliminate what has happened to you.

I agree. I have Ken's Electro ( we call it Kenny) and it is just awesome . I have a very steep driveway and it just climbs it pushing 10" of snow like it is on flat ground. I can't even imagine what life around here would be without it.

Draw a line straight across the hub face and axle end. If the key is sheared, the single long line will become three shorter lines.

My own opinion. After finally getting enough snow to use my Dxi with the cab installed, I'm glad that I do have the Smart Turn feature. Blowing snow for 1-1/2 hours, my feet were pretty numb and not as "sharp" around parked cars using the foot pedal. The tractor should be able to move in reverse, even in Low, with the steer tires cranked over. You may need to adjust the motion control.

Nice Matt. Love the spare tire carrier mod and the sexy rims and tires..

Very nice 603 Matt, and, first dibs on it. I miss mine so bad and regret letting it go, especially after it was butchered..

With the method I used, I can't see why anyone would want to pay for this modification.

Great find! Love the mini-dozer!

Jackhammer Lifting and attachment arm rotates the Trunion and flag forward and back a bit so don't tie the flag tight in any position if leave the flag on. My heavy duty rubberband lets it move forward and back with no issue. I have done this for several years and come summer replace the rubberband when putting the deck on. Then no issue with flag left in place. This is a real benefit if you are someone that must switch back n forth from blower to plow as I did for 2 years, lay8ing on cold garage floor with dripping slush while trying to insert the pin into the trunion and getting the small cotter pin in.

Instructions on page 13 of the Eaton 1100 hydro manual (sitting on my workbench right now!) Jack up the rear end so the tires are off the ground. Make sure hydro is at operating temperature. Run transmission forward, release the foot pedal and depress brake to bring to neutral. If the wheels still creep: Under the seat is a triangular plate. Loosen the lock nut on the eccentric. Turn the ecentric until the wheels come to a halt. Turn the eccentric the other direction until the wheels start to rotate the other direction. Set the eccentric to middle of these two positions and tighten the lock nut. You will love that foot pedal!

Tinkering with my led light bar in the house tonight. Very windy and cold outside. They claim snow is coming for us but nothing yet. So I have been mocking things up. Stainless 1 inch, Led floods , and just got done wiring the lights. Can't wait to install it. Gonna use it unpainted until spring, then tear it down for paint along with cab frame.

What else does a retired guy hafta do with his time but make movies! We Got slammed w 18" last night Chucked this morn and probably will later this Eve. Nothing like more seat time! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQKNiU3fOD4&list=UU7wuEBq4kYyHz0ytg3WDv2g

wheelhorse logo I made in woodshop

Army Training films thats what it reminded me of most. great stuff.

No but I'm just the grandpop. I think he got it from some good-for-nothin' trouble maker! Oh deere! Paid a couple of hundred bucks for that Horse. Think I got ripped? Hey, spend a few hundred just 'cause I needed the '90 520-8! The 'T' junqué had to go; decals, steering wheel top center, air screen center piece, all gone!

OK so a trip to get the local hardware store.. Paul B Zimmerman's and here is what I found. Tillman's AG Specialty coatings. Its an enamel paint just for tractors. Looks like either IH red or MF red is a good match. Kind of leaning MF red #5467 1 and for the wheels IH off while. Does anyone have experience with this paint and primer?

I'm trying too decide how I want this one to look. First pic is as I bought it, second is the idea stage.. Once I decide on what I really want to do with it I'll tear it all down and put a real nice paint job on it. I might go with the big tires in back with tri ribs on stock front rims painted white? (as the slots are off of my Suburban.) I might go with a different decal idea.,the 855 decals are kinda boring. Oh, and I hope to find something big too stuff under the hood. Maybe an Onan, Kohler twin or a Briggs Vanguard twin. I gotta have at least 18 hp on this one...

Can't get here soon enough! I getting depressed and cabin fever bad. Gotta get thru the next 10 weeks.

A update on project A HORSE WITH NO NAME.