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I have posted this before on Red Square but it is still our first encounter with a Wheel Horse our father bought for $300 in 1961. This was our first contact with a Wheel Horse -a used 1958 Wheel Horse RJ in 1961 ! 50 years later we bought another RJ from Clay Brooks and now have three RJ's !

I got into it after my Dad passed and I inherited the 4 he had...but I always considered them his. So my 1st one happened when I went to the Big Show in 2010. The raffle tractor that year was a rescued B-100. $5 got you 6 tickets and they called my name. How cool is that??

A C81 for $50 on a "as is" sale. Still have this little Horse, love it, would never part with her. Replaced the Tranny last year otherwise original....

Cool topic. Mine was a beat up 551. Here are before and after pics. ">http:// ">http://

My first was my C165-8 that I've had for 20 years...I'll never get rid of her!

my 1957 rj35 rescued from a junkyard before and after resto

My story is one related to the housing market problem back in 2009. My wife preceded me to Maryland by a year due to me being tied to a teaching contract. As they say, "Things happen for a reason." My first Wheel Horse was my 59th birthday present taken that day in 2010. That is when I got "Cisco". By chance I happen to stop at a JD dealer in PA the previous Saturday while antiquing on a visit for my birthday as I wouldn't be moving for almost another month myself. I had determined that a JD 455 would suit my purposes. They had a few gas engine JD 400-series but I didn't care for them. This '98 518xi happen to be sitting on the floor and was a trade-in. I have to admit that I knew nothing about the 5xi tractors. Checked it out and stopped at my Toro/Husqvarna dealer in MD. When I was in his store in the Fall on a visit, he still had five Wheel Horse GT's on the floor. They had been ordered by the local school district (my future employer) but lost funding. Unfortunately they found funding and they were gone. I almost got one of them! I asked him about the 518xi vs. a new Husqvarna. He said: "Buy the 518xi!" At the time, I felt that the 5xi-series weren't as accepted as they are today on Red Square. A month later I found my '83 C-105 (Hopalong) in July of 2010 at that same MD dealer and did buy a Wheel Horse from him! I was finally a "true" Wheel Horse owner then. The "Skinny Filter" wasn't working that day.

This was my first. I believe it was a 77 or 78 D200. Bought it to tie in my septic system when I put the addition on my house. It needed work when I bough it. I rebuilt the transmission. Rebuilt the steering. Rebuilt the carb. Gave it a new paint job. Rebuilt the pistons and replace the hydraulic hoses on the loader and backhoe. 4 new tires. This things was like mint when I was done. Stupidly I sold it. I figured I was done with the job so who need it. It wasn't but a year when I realized how much I missed it and so began the collecting.

My first was a brand new 1987 310-8 21-10K804.

My dad bought an 84 i think C-105 from a WH mechanic in 1988 or so. (I was two). Mowed the grass and pushed lots of snow with that tractor. Then engine went the second time and he bought a heavy duty green one. I asked him to hold onto it for me for when I had a place of my own. 7 years later I bought another WH just for the engine to fix my dad's but I haven't stopped buying them since! (and I still have yet to get his running!)

My 1977 C-120 bought new with a 48" deck, many hours and three engines later.

My first recollection of was a garden show in about 1955, my dad was looking at an RJ and as a ten year old I was so excited that I may be driving it soon. He didn't get it, opted for a walk behind rototiller that I walked behind for a long time! In the early '80s I bought a used A-81 (small rider) which served me faithfully for a dozen years or so. It was replaced by a couple of big box store riders that didn't last very long. Ten years ago I needed a tough mower to take care of some property we had purchased. While attending a Hit & Miss show I picked up my 1055. This rekindled my fascination with that had begun fifty years earlier. The 1055 is still my go to tractor for snow plowing, don't know what in particular makes it so good, but it is the best pusher of the bunch. I have added lots of other horses to the herd, but the 1055 is a keeper.

In 1989 I traded a very worn out 1975 Harley Davidson Sportster for my C-175 8 Speed which I still have and use. It had a 48 inch deck, snowplow, tire chains and wheel weights. I have all of them I would bet that whoever ended up with that AMF era Harley doesn't have it anymore! Still the best trade I ever made and no one has ever forced me off the road on my tractor!

hey all, happy spring! i had been looking for a decent sized trailer for my gt1600 and farmall cub to haul brush, kids, what-have-you. it's frustrating how small of a selection there is out there. not much more then a bunch of cheap 10 cubic footers and some over priced 20's. i had found a cool running gear set from northern tool and picked it up last fall. last weekend i got the lumber and built this 4x8 4 wheel wagon. the running gear is rated to 2200lbs. i have no idea what the finished weight is. lol it didn't take long to build, not too much $$ either. about 230 for the gear and another couple of hundo for the lumber/hardware. figured I'd share it with you good folks.

Even my sweetheart can appreciate the work a horse can do. This was sod 30 minutes ago.

My 1st Horse, 40+ years ago, no longer with me but, started this WHA (Wheel Horse Addiction). Now my sons and grandsons are infected, spend nights (and days) planning on what to do nice for their Horses. One son, tractor sicko, is ready to start reassembly of his "new" Allis Chalmers B-10.

My first is a 416-8 with a front end loader. Bought it just to move some large piles of dirt around the yard and sell but once I used it, I knew it was a keeper. A couple of years later the backhoe was added. Never heard of Wheel Horse before I bought it.

You know it's spring in Minnesota when you see this coming down your sidewalk. https://youtu.be/69sJrVc7VFE

My first wheel horse was a 1974 B-80 got it about a couple years ago and will always have it. I cant find another wheel horse like it.

I bought a 1977 B-100 in 1993. It came with mower deck, snow plow, roller, and a dump cart.

My first wheel horse was my wheel horse 520-H, i paid $4000 for it in 1997 and I'm still using it today. Then later on i got my ole trusty 212-6 that i still use too. Thats how my addiction to these horses started. But anyways what was your first horse?

MY FIRST W/H WAS A RJ35. I GOT WHEN I WORKED PART TIME AT A LAWN MOWER SHOP IN GREENWICH, CT. SINCE THEN I HAVE HAD ABOUT 50 + WHEEL HORSES. NOW HAVE ONLY 5.

I dropped my "In Stock" completely rebuilt K90/91 into the frame to see how it looks. What a difference it makes having the engine sitting in there.

I joined just over a week ago. Bought my first horse 8 days ago. A 1968 Lawn Ranger. Below is a picture of how I bought it and how it is right now just after 6 days of owning it.

I said I was done buying anymore Wheel Horse Tractors as I've had some of the best and most desirable ones out there including a Senior, 1955RJ, and a unmolested original RJ58. They have all gone off to other collectors. I do have my first 58RJ which is really a resto-mod as it has an NOS 1961 401 hood on it along with an electric start Kohler K91. I probably should have never sold the unmolested 58RJ but oh well it's gone. So I really wanted another RJ that is in it's original configuration. This came up and I jumped at it. It is missing the fuel tank, engine, belt guard, brake band and brake rod. I have a perfect and clean original fuel tank. I also have a K90 all rebuilt, painted and ready to drop in. The brake rod is no problem to replicate. The brake band should be no problem to find. I'll have to put the feelers out to try and find an original belt cover or just settle for a reproduction. The hood is missing one of the tank bands and has the usual two cracks in the area of the fuel hole. Otherwise it's in great shape. Seat isn't original but it's a very close match (at least I don't think it's original). The original throttle lever is still in place as is the model/serial tag. The steering wheel does't have any cracks and is in nice shape. It's gonna take some work but it will be like showroom new when it's done. It ain't gonna happen over night that's for sure!

This weekend, I picked up (what I think is) a mostly original 656! The seat has obviously been replaced, the tires are not original, and had been repainted once or twice in its life time, with the foot rests and pedal being painted black, but it is a very straight machine! (has one dent in the hood, but that's about it) It came with a slot hitch and the original owners manual, and the manuals for a 36" mower deck, 32" snow thrower, and a dozer blade, which did not come with the tractor . The previous owner said that he bought the tractor at an auction from the original owner, which is exciting! The HH60 in the tractor, is being typical tecumseh-like, and is giving me problems. It has given me a few putts, maybe so far a total of 15-20 seconds of run time. So, it does run! I haven't dug deep into it yet, but I do have a spark tester, and it seems as if the spark is very intermittent. I've pulled it over probably a hundred times now, and my hand hurts. The sad thing is that the electric start on the tractor doesn't work (I even put the battery straight to the positive of the starter and got nothing) so I feel that it may have a few electrical gremlins that may have to be sorted out. I've never dealt with points yet in my life, and I feel like it's going to be something I'm going to have to check, so wish me luck and anyone that has any tips or suggestions, please let me know, I highly appreciate it! I have to ask, I know the 606 was a pull start tractor and the 656 is the electric start model, but did the 656 come with the pull start attached to use as a back up? Or was that added on by one of the previous owners at some time? But all in all, I am really excited about this tractor. I think I may use a mower deck with it this summer. I have a 36" deck that should fit right under it, with no problem (as long as I get it running)!

67 years young today, as mentioned earlier, got my first Horse 40 something years ago. Long gone, a relative took it, with my blessing. I had grounds keepers doin' all the outdoor stuff. My first Stallion, 8 hp Techy, forget the model. I had purchased a new home and new Craftsman thingy. A friend came buy to see the new home and my tractor. He literally lost it, left and delivered my 1st Horse. I sold the Craftsman thingy, never looked back. Two of my favorites, seldom used. I turn to my 520-8 Onan, guess I would just have to move a lot of stuff to get the other Horses out. Picture are two of my favorites.

Callum, I measure 9" from front of case to center line of axle "tube". And in thinking of your idea: how about a pillow block bearing monnted/fastened to each (L&R) side of chassis, live axle through bearings with a pulley in middle to accommodate fig 8 twist and a pulley outboard on R side to belt drive tran pulley. Not knowing what kinda room under may be too low. Also you could do that and drive another horizontal set up higher off that set. As to clutching. you might be able to make a swing run with flange moth blocks fastened to swing at top (?lateral stability?) which could work with rod from old clutch, but a tension idler would nave to be on tran belt to keep in check. I've toyed with the fig 8 idea for years on a go kart using vert engine; never got past drawing stage and was going to have output from fig 8 (horizontal run) drive a centrifugal clutch or torque converter (doubles as clutch)

Thanks for all the respond! I have been in contact with Lars now, and he will help me with the transmission-parts.

Goes along with checking the pulleys, if the idler pulley gets wore bad it cause that belt to make all kinds of noise.

I made this up for my 8 speed, but it shouldn't be different for the hydro -

I just got a C-160 last night. Included a snow blower, tiller, snow blade, WH trailer, and cab. Also had a set of age tires and a set of turf saver tires. Haven't even used it yet. Got home with it at 11 pm last night. Oh yeah it has a mowing deck too. I'll get pics soon

Theoretically pigs can fly. In all seriousness as w any accessory you'll run out of traction before power. Tis the Wheel Horse way! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1975 B-80 that my wifes nephew gave to me.....That was #1 and now there are 10!

This is turning into a great little show. Looking forward to seeing some of the Illinois guys and any others who are close enough to make it there.

Nice job! Makes me realize that I need a tiller!

Al, the stator should be two separate windings. One should be about 14 to power headlights. The second wire may have a "lump" in it covered with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape. This would be the charging wire for the battery. Temporarily connect this lumpy wire to the battery. The battery voltage should jump above 13 volts with the engine running.

Did you adjust the clutch pedal linkage out for the new belt? This should give you more slack in the belt when the pedal is fully down. I had the same problem with my 867. Eventually I took a DA sander to the sides of the new belt and scuffed it up. That fixed it about 99%. After some usage, it now works perfectly.

First timer here. Recently purchased a 702 for my son and Im trying to figure out how to engage the mower. I have attached a pic to see if you guys can help me determine if that is the right belt, also included a pic of the machine. Also, any ideas where I can get extra hood thumb screws, lost one today. Lastly, would love to find a plow blade, is there a certain model/size I should be looking for? Thanks so much for the help and I look forward to trolling the forums educating myself.

Good to here Jim!

My first was a 701.....it was a freebie and it was a runner! I sold it a few years ago at the WH show and have regretted it ever since. Mike.....

It has been my son's dream since he was twelve years old, to be an Officer in the Marine Corp. Yesterday, my son, Jeff, was promoted from Staff Sargent, to 2nd Lieutenant, USMC. First salute as an officer from his dad. 2nd Lt. Jeffrey Thomas Evans, USMC.

You are definitely on the right track. The belt is "grabbing" the engine pulley which causes it to turn and will grind the gears. You'll need to figure out why the belt isn't completely releasing from the engine pulley. Sometimes a new belt is stiff and just needs to get a little wear. Putting it under load should help. With a new belt, I usually drive up to a wall or tree and put a heavy load on it for a couple of minutes. You can also try loosening the bolts around the engine for the belt guard and try moving the guard around in different postions. Sometimes a slight movement is all it takes. Usually it needs to be pulled up to support the bottom loop of the belt. Check the bend in the belt guard around the engine. It's possible the 90 degree bend isn't 90 degrees any more. If it has opened up some, it could cause the issue. Sometimes they go right on with no problem, others need to be played with until you stop it from grabbing the pulley. Post some close up detailed pics of the belt guard around the engine pulley if none of this solves your issue

You got that right Mike. The Blackhawks have got passed these guys the last 2 years in the playoffs now. Kind of like the Bulls and the Cavs in the Jordon days. If you like hockey fights...might see some tomorrow night.

Probably had a Kohler muffler on it! Can't believe you didn't see the Tecky decal. I thought you got those eyes fixed? Must have been lookin thru Rock n Rye glasses!

callum...I just read your other thread. First, I think any thing is possible and I just want to throw some things at you to think about...maybe you have already thought about them. 1st...talked about figure 8ing the belt above 2nd..the fan belt to the input shaft pulley has a tension pulley...that is your clutch in a manual transmission. 3rd...you might have more success trying to use a hydro trany rather then a manual trans 4th...If you think the frame is like a "B" series...(I do not know)...changing out the engine to a horizontal shaft with the trans you are talking about just might be a heck of a lot easier. 5th...there are a bunch of guys on this site that can just about fabricate any thing...I would think what you want to do is possible. Believe me, if you figure this out...you will save many vertical shaft horses that are endangered...parts just are not out there.

No Kohler steve....just a finely tuned Tecky Did nothing to it.... Started right up after a long winter of sitting

I believe they're exactly the same tractor, and they're not necessarily less expensive at the big box stores. I don't remember if I've told this story here before... Several years ago, the engine on my 310-8 was going bad, smoking, losing power, leaking and burning oil, etc. Money was tight, and I actually considered replacing my beloved Wheel Horse with a cheap Deere or Cub Cadet just to get by for a while. My local Deere dealer had a good selection of tractors, ranging from inexpensive to very expensive. Lowe's and Home Depot carried the inexpensive models, at exactly the same prices the Deere dealer was asking. And then one day I overheard a Lowe's salesman talking to another customer, and he actually said that one of the great things about buying a Deere product was that you could get parts and service at any Deere dealer. And I thought, if the price is exactly the same at an authorized dealer, and Lowe's doesn't generally carry parts, and they certainly don't service tractors, then why in the world would I buy a Deere tractor from them??? I kept my 310-8, had the engine rebuilt and found RedSquare all about the same time. I like the way things turned out.

Just an observation when working with the manuals - Lighter lawn tractors with vertical shaft engines use a snow blade Heavier garden tractors with horizontal shaft engines use a dozer blade even though many of the parts are the same. Garry

4hour drive to part it out...not gonna make much if any thing on it. Better to save it...besides, you wanted a 854 anyhow. I saved mine, and am very happy with it. Good luck either way.