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Another guy who was all gung-ho and used to hang out here is doing exactly what your thinking about. He actually made quite a few guys angry since it kills the "hobby" of Wheel Horse tractors for anyone within a 400 mile radius of him. No longer can the average hobbyist scroll thru the local ads and Craigslist looking for a tractor, instead those in this guys area have to jump with the speed of light and get right over to meet the seller before the other guy swoops in a buys it. Or just wait till (the other guy) buys it and then gives it a bath and an oil change and jacks the price up. As a "hobbyist" tractor guy I'm against it, but this is America and you are free to do as you please. Mike........

A few years back, I was selling lug nut kits for Wheel Horse tractors. I stopped making the kits when I got busy with my work, but now that I have retired, I am once again putting the kits together. Kit includes: 10 - 7/16-20 x 1-1/2" Grade 5, Zinc-plated bolts 10 - Zinc-plated 7/16-20 lug nuts Instructions for installation As soon as the kits are assembled and ready to ship, I will list them in the FOR SALE section.

Take a couple of weeks to think about it. Give yourself a "cooling off" period. Sometimes after a little thought, what seems to be a good idea at the time might just change.

I been doing my part to restock CT

The weekend was nice. Everything is coming along as they want it to. May get out of here on Wednesday. :)

These two were for sale at a local auction this week. No history was available for either tractor. The RJ58 did not run, was redone with rattle cans, hood was wrinkled, good snow plow, new rear ags, engine was not froze and felt like it had good compression. The B-100 was all original paint with new decals, a perfect deck with original paint and decals, it ran and sounded perfect. The RJ sold for $325, Of course I don't know how high I would have had to go to get it. The B-100 I really wanted and stopped at $650. The auctioneer then said let it sit, he had a reserve that he never disclosed. So I came home with nothing in my mirror. OK, how bad did I goof up ?

The only thing I like about the snow is taking rides thru the woods on my Rancher....but this winter the first real snowfall was to deep for it and everytime it snowed the old snow was still there, which made it way to deep, so I have not been out this season. But today I ventured out, forgot my camera the first time around so I took a second trip with my camera. Still plenty of snow but with the warmer temps its also getting muddy and sloppy. The quad struggled a bit in spots (tires are shot ) but I made it back home safe and sound. Pics: Mike............

Bob...thanks...I am having a great year with the all seeing eye. So with that said..."if Squonk actually followed college basketball"...Mom always liked the way he would whine, and whine, and whine...me too by the way. It always uplifted my spirit...it is like knowing that there is always someone that has it worse then you. How cool is that?? Anyway...Mike's picks if he followed College Basketball...Kentucky, Arizona, Virginia, Duke. OH OH...the picks did not change. You would have to drink a little Rock & Rye to pick Michigan St. Wisconsin vs Arizona was an either way game...probably the only real toss up in the tournament. Mike, the best thing to do is stop listening to the ESPN announcers...only then can you achieve true consciousness. Rock & Rye my friends...

Outstanding Jim! So now we'll get to see you at the big show....right?

Started out on a brisk 14 degree Sunday morning with this trailing me to the mountains of Maryland. And returned seven hours later with this! In between there was a little "Horse-Trading" between Joe Mazur (oiluj52) and myself. This is Joe and his delivery crew, Chuck "the Painter" and Fred "the Seat Tester." And the horses that were traded. So the score between MD and PA remains the same, but I added another oil-burner to my herd! I also tendered my resignation to the "520-H Club." Joe (and crew) did an excellent job on the conversion/refinishing. It surprised me with how much guts it has! I've got some plans of my own for some additional Bling and hope to bring it to the "Big Show" this year. Side note: I must be acquiring too many tractors as this is the fourth time I have rented this particular trailer. And they still haven't fixed the left side rampgate latch!!! But I have gotten smart and now carry a hammer.

Back in my younger days I had a 3 wheeler. There eas a narrow stream in the woods like you have. I had no idea how deep it was. I had some chest waders so i decided to cross it. I still don't know how deep it was but that wheeler floated across it. I felt like Columbus when I made it to the other side.

I posted in the thread - what's in your mirror about this tractor. I figured since I am going to be doing some work on it I may as well start a thread on it. This tractor was purchased from Baerpath this past weekend. He bought it was and never got around to doing anything with it. The lower wiring harness caught fire and the PO shut it off and put the fire out. He then sold it and I ended up with it. I have been looking for an xi series tractor for a while but the current owners had them all priced at what they should be (too much for me). Knowing this one needed work Baerpath gave me a good deal on it. I already replaced the burnt wiring with Fireman's help yesterday and I did a nice job soldering all the connections. Jeff looked up the parts that were needed and I ordered them. They will hopefully be here by the end of the week. I had some free time today so I started to pull the sheet metal off to take a look at what the underside looked like and get it cleaned up. Well here is what I found... After a lot of cleaning with the pressure washer I was able to get it nice and clean. I plan on touching up some areas on the frame to stop any rust and while the tins are off I may just have to sand them down and paint them. I think I will really like using this one so it will by no means be a show piece rather a nice clean worker. I was told the decals are NLA so I guess Terry may have to draw these up....

Finally a decent day. Spent about an hour cleaning up dog muffins from the winter and cleared a path to get the RJ out of the shed so I can finish work on it. Couldn't resist putting a little Tru-Fuel in it and spinning it over. I didn't get the rope too hot like I used to on the Teckys! 4 or 5 pulls and it was running I have 6 Kohlers and 5 of them will only start with the throttle closed. Only the Sqonkfest 1267 wants the throttle open. Short video of up the street and back. Don't know if the neighborhood is ready for a Circus Bear on a Tricycle yet. Pardon the fat fingers in the beginning. I was so overwhelmed being able to "Horse Around" again I wasn't paying attention!

Hi all, I picked up, what I'm pretty sure is, a wheel horse 42" sickle bar. Serial no. is still intact and reads A-40719. I'm pretty certain some of it is missing, but what is exactly missing? What model does this fit? Any information would be greatly appreciated. I am in the UK and you don't see these things very often so I thought it was worth a shot Enjoy the pics. Thanks, Tom

I was told of this tractor a couple of weeks ago called the guy and then life got in the way and didn't get back to him until this weekend. After talking to the gentlemen found out he was the original owner, maintaining it very well and kept it in a heated garage all it's life until recently when it had a problem (probably because it caught feelings over him buying a new zero turn) and needed repairs. He decided to sell and after making what I thought to be a ridiculously low offer brought it home to join the herd. It has 1176 original hours and the tractor and deck are in excellent shape as seen in pictures. The only problems are seat is torn and it needs a wiring harness (anyone have a harness hanging around?) and some minor tlc.

and then start your own website....

Wow! Haven't done this in a while! Another save of an orphaned 'Horse from a local OPE shop. 1986 416-8 with 801 hours. Only known issues are a broken connecting rod and a few cannibalized parts. (coil & light switch) 48" deck appears to be in great condition other than the leading edge of the shell looks like it was used as a grader blade. Particulars weren't divulged, but I presume the owner didn't like the cost of repairs and traded it in on a running machine. They did tell me that the crankcase had very little oil upon arrival at the shop. No visible external damage or extra ventilation holes in the block, so I guess I'll open it up and assess the damage. Either way it's definitely worthy of repair.

Yep this 70+ year old manure spreader is still able to fertilize the strawberry beds in preparation for the new plants. The blackberry plants also get their share.

I second what Mike said. Wether you realize it or not that's a huge undertaking. I went to school for automotive, have my own machine shop, welder, sand blast cabinet, lift etc in my 20' x 30' workshop and I wouldn't undertake that. Given the price of gas with the distances you are talking there is not that much of a profit margin left. Good luck if you go ahead with this undertaking. Just remember you've burnt some bridges around here and that kind of reputation tends to follow you.

What Sparky said.... I think that trying to make a profit buying and selling wheel horse tractors is not a winning proposition for anyone (buyer or seller). Don't get me wrong, I have been there and done that. I typically made a profit when I used to buy the "package". I would keep the tractor and sell the mower deck, plow or tiller that came with it. I did that for several years and it helped me pay for and build my collection. I have also done worker restorations and would go through the entire tractor (oil, filters, ignition, key switches, belts etc. etc.) Once done I would be happy if I made a profit at all. Like Sparky said it is up to you. My suggestion would be to expand your search of tractors you are looking to flip. You will be surprised at the market on a $300 to $500 craftsman rider. Many more buyers looking for those. I think that is where you may make your money.

Daddy eagle brought a SQUONK up to the nest today. So far momma hasn't touched it. He just brought in a live white crappie and momma jumped right on it and is feeding it to the babies now. The bad news is he didn't take the SQUONK with him when he left.

Snapped a couple of my "favorite girl" ( mom's Emily ) Her " the rubber mouse is right over there " face . And the " I really don't want to be bothered right now " face .

I love Terry's decals. I already contacted him via email about them. I think I am going to lean towards the decals with the silver and not the white horse logo.

Finally have the 57 pretty much done! Just a few things to go back and fix and it will be finished. Started on this one over 2 years ago, just have been dragging my feet and working on it a little at a time. Pretty happy with how this one came back. I may attempt the paint pen trick on this one, but going to try it out on a another hood before I risk messing this one up. Anways here's a couple pictures of it out today, sorry they didn't turn out so well. Thanks, Jake

Scars for Cars coming to a show near you!

I usually help friends find horses for mowing and what not. Its amazing at just the simple stuff like battery, tubes, oil, filters, plugs, carb cleaning, and belts adds up so fast. And thats the list for something that needs no major repair! I think I find this great deal and drive an hour to pick it up. Then put all the maintenance into and wonder about this great deal I found. If your making a business out of it, then you also need to cover the cost of your time. I question the profit to be had but if you can make a go of it. All the power to you.

We need a little more information to help you out. A picture or two would do wonders. Even more, the model number off the tag.

Looks fun! an nice quad!

Best of luck, a little too far north to help me on the big parts, but FedX and UPS come by every day. There are a few others out there, but free enterprise is what makes our economy the envy of the rest of the world.

I like a Big ten Final Four!!!

I like it TT !!! A man can't have too many of those

These are for sale on Facebook. Kinda what your looking for. And he has 16 of them Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Great news Jim!

Good Morning Jim.. hope weekend faired well for you

sickness...

Tom. Drain the gas and clean the gas tank really good. Install all new fuel line and new in line fuel filter. Pull the carb and clean it then put it back on. Buy a new battery and give it a try. You are simply asking for problems trying to make it run without these steps on any tractor that has been sitting for a long time. If the mptor was changed to 10 that is not that big of an issue imo unless you are wanting it to be a pure original.

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If the battery is dead as well as the charging system, it will shut off. Put a battery in it and try it. If it stays running, half of your problem is solved. There is no way the ign. System will create a spark with out some form of 12 volt power. You have battery system with a coil. If you had a mag system, you could run it without a battery

I wonder who I would have picked if I actually followed college basketball?

Is Steve an expert sports analyst? Well......no......but he did stay at a Motel 6 express. All four????????!!!!!!!!!!!!

Eb is correct. It will be an extremely expensive and long process to get it back in working condition and if the internals are in need of replacement or repair the parts are not available. Unless you own a machine shop or want to spend a small fortune it will be a futile effort. I have watched Eb on his and he has helped me on mine. I was lucky with mine as it needed minimal parts and effort. Minimal meaning several months, 3 tear downs of the tracks. Two tear downs of the gear reduction boxes and lots of misc. work. I had to do lots of machine work on the rollers, found a damaged axle and gears and I didn't even have to get into the clutches. You do not want to get into the clutches.

How cool is that? The greatest President in American history... wore sweats just like mine.

Nice find Terry! I picked up an 85 this Winter. Blower will go on it for next Winter until a refresh down the road. Mine too had a solid 48'' deck .Cant let these old Horses go to scrap. Good Luck!!

If you are a member of the Yahoo manuals Groups in particular Group 1_1 https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/wheelhorsetractormanuals1_1/conversations/messages there is a searchable Database Table there with 4,524 entries. Enter a part number and a description comes up. Since Yahoo changed the format 2 years ago it is nearly impossible to navigate the Groups but I'm just now getting the tables to work if I have time to wait. Garry

Couple heart healthy pets, huh?

I came home to this yesterday courtesy of Mollie and Morgan. This was a full box!

Our vacation camp drive is 1/4 mile +. It's compacted stone. Every year or two I use my WH 50" grader blade to clean it up. There are no large rocks. I take small bites. You have to keep in mind these are 600lb GTs. They won't do a whole lot real fast. It's all about baby steps. Depending on the size of your driveway this may be more suitable. I used one before the WH. My drive is a bit tight for this. http://www.drivewaygroomer.com/

So why and when did Wheel Horse change the attachment point for their mid-mount graders -- The 7-1111 that I purchased last week is attached to the mid point "attachamatic" point resulting in the blade being "pulled" -- Dave's 79351 is odviously attached to the rear axled and "pushed" -- How come the change in design?

No the blade angle lever is on the blade . What I was meaning was an additional attachment that I thought was necessary to go on the blade and attach to the tractor I was under the impression that it was needed to make the blade work. Sort of like on the old Lawn Rangers when the snow plow attachment was used. I have the link. Is that all that is needed?