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Well on Super Bowl Sunday the boys went out to the barn put in a new battery and fired it up ! Now need some warmer weather so we can put some lipstick on her and pretty her up . This is my first video post so we'll see if it works . If so I have some with the RJ ploughing the garden. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ieb4IN3UDeo Sorry for the mess . My cousin and boy have been tearing apart and swapping engines on some Chevy trucks . The engine there using just won't die with over 360,000 miles.

I thought i'd post the restoration of my Cub Cadet 70 which is very rare in the UK, I finished her last year. I was very happy when I won the auction but a massive task was ahead of me, it was nice to get a tractor that came with all of the original manuals and although someone had badly painted her at some point it was in an original condition, complete condition. Here is how I got her One of the first jobs was fixing the steering box which didn't work very well. We could see straight away why, as parts are expensive to import to the UK we tried to fix everything we could. My dad (meadowfield) fixed the steering box using bicycle headset parts and the steering box works exceptionally now. Since the steering box had been fixed I went on to refurbishing the steering wheel. First I used a dremel to remove all the rust and also drilled small holes into the plastic so that the epoxy putty i used would hold. I was very happy and its not noticeable now. Below is how she was before i stripped her down. Rust was very bad as you can see. After years of use and no way of greasing the axle the pin had seized solid, we tried many methods to remove it but had to resort to drilling out the pin, when reassembling the axle i added a grease nipple and we turned a groove in the pin. We then worked on removing all the bad metal and fabricating new pieces. \ I like to do restorations properly and so I sandblasted 99% of the parts to remove all the rust. Some one had smashed the hood stand to but a larger battery in so we had to fix that as well. That was then sandblasted. After many hours of repair and sandblasting it was time to etch prime the parts and paint the parts. I managed to save the original rear tyres which was good. Every part was painted separately and then i assembled for the last coats. The hood was littered with rust holes and pitts but in an effort to keep the originality the holes were welded up and lots of filler was required. Back on all 4 wheels The light knob was missing so from a picture I turned one on the lathe. After a few more bits and pieces and decals from my dad she was finished. Here I am on the first test drive! I managed to save the original number plates which i was very happy with. This has been my most favourite restoration i have done so far and i have learnt many skills including painting with a spray gun, (i did all the painting myself) all these skills will be helpful with my up and coming RJ 58 restoration

Just a quick update on this machine. I found an NOS parts lot that I purchased off ebay which included an NOS seat and steering wheel. Here they are installed. The old seat I installed on my 520HC.

Just got this 701 home. Nice addition to my collection. Always wanted one.

This video was taken back in oct 2015 . I was amazed what that little 4hp kohler could do ! Think spring... https://youtu.be/pSnWliSydIU

Wow, 70 F here today, so I was able to work outside.

They made C-160s with Tecumsehs as well. As I have the story, there was a strike going on at Kohler, and engines were in short supply. Wheel Horse went to Tecumseh to get enough engines to keep production up. In '74, the C-120 Auto and 8-speed were available with the HH120 and the C-160 8-speed was available with the OH/HH 160 ohv engine. In '75 the C-120 auto and the C160 went back to all Kohler power and the C-120 8-speeds with the Tecumseh were given the C-120 Special labels. As you see in my picture, the front of the hood is raised up to clear the taller ohv engine. Unique hood hinges for the '74 C-160 with the Tecumseh.

Unless you have absolutely nothing else to do,why bother?? Both are great tractors just the way they are.Just my opinion.

The other day I was very fortunate to purchase a very rare to UK RJ58, I am currently at university but I am planning to do a full overhaul and restoration during the summer. She needs a hell of a lot of work but I can't wait to start. Since y'all like photos, here are some from when I bought her. Here's one on arrival, only way to move the pallet was with a digger .

Looks as if everything that needed to be done to every 4 or 5 hundred dollar tractor I've ever bought has already been done.Looks to be a no muss....no fuss tractor.Usually someone who takes all that time to write a detailed description of an item is a straight-shooter.Probably not a bad deal for that tractor.

It's not red, but that's me on a horse around 1946.

An old aircraft mechanic showed me a trick to keep fillings and shavings out. Take a can of "foamy" Barbasoll shaving cream (for yer whiskers) and shoot it into your hole or around the hole you want to drill/tap. When you're done making a mess, use a shop vac to suck it up, cream and all. I keep a can in my tool box and it has served me well. Mark.

There's only one piece of this trailer load I plan on keeping, but they wouldn't split it up!

Now you have!

That is my tractor and I have had it since the mid 80s. I used it to mow for 10 to 15 years untill it started knocking. I put it in shed for about 15 years. I then got it out and had it restored. I have since found out there were only 200 to 300 of these with the tecky engine made. I have not seen but a few at shows. I am very happy with mine it turned out very nice and runs great.

Looks like a nice setup and was well taken care of for sure... Odd looking angle adjust handle though.. C-120 with Deck and plow. A bunch of upgrades and repairs. But asking $950... They are in Cass City, MI. Not to far.

You guys up north of me can have my share.I am loving the 70s here in VA.JAinVA

We shall see ....

$200 worth of wheel weights alone!

WOW!! That's some fine work. Thanks for sharing.

Being a Clinton fan my self here's a link to some more Clinton info http://www.clintonengines.us/Home.html Parts lists & lot more good Clinton stuff there. I get my head gaskets & more from a guy in Idaho listed there. Interesting download there Steve...buck 98 for that "new" dry type air filter! They are a buck with four zeros after it now!

Just letting peeps know it's out there if you are in Michigan or regional area...

Hey guys! I've had this wheel horse of mine for about 6 years now and I've always been curious if it's a common model or if it's more of a not so common thing? I understand that the only difference is they came with a Tecumseh engine instead of the Koehler correct? When I got mine the Tecumseh was long gone and had a princess auto engine on it. I've since updated it back to a k301. Just curios if any other members got these tractors! And of course some pics

i would leave them both alone lol

LOL - I've been using Barbasol for years but never mentioned it , thought it would be a laughable subject for others . The stuff stays thick and lasts a long time , perfect for catching metal chips . I use high nickel anti-seize on the pipes and would not recommend using any type of pipe dope , especially anything like Durham's Rock Hard Putty - that would turn to concrete from the heat as it does with hot water pipes , making the joint nearly permanent . You can use teflon tape , but it will just mostly burn away and that joint isn't all that critical to start with . Best tip on a Sawzall - use a variable speed model and turn it's range adjustment all the way down . I had an old 2sp Dewalt and hated it - the newer Bosch is so much easier to control and a lot smoother . Sarge

Yes, those are the "Hey,honey, get me a beer " horns. The trouble is that when she brings the beer, she pours it on your head.....

Now that's some intresting info! I didn't think aside from the engine there was any differences. Tractors an amazing worker. Maybe this summer I'll give it some loving with some paint

I do believe that your just opening a case of troubles. Mounting it to the blower is gonna just cause all kinds of stress points that were never thought of or intended through the design of the blower or mounts. Just seems like a very costly mistake your contemplating.

I I think it might be time to go shopping for a front porch rocker...and get the key fob option....,,,makes it easier to find,, lolololo

Yes indeed! Very hard to find item around here locally in decent shape or for reasonable price. Closest decent one was asking $400 and the cheapest was 150 and totally rotted out. This one wasn't even for sale, it was just barely visible in the CL post, but I was able to get them to reconsider by taking the whole deal. The whole darn package tractor and all is really in quite good shape. Almost completely original, always stored inside and I bought it from the original owner's nephew. They sold it because "it wont go into gear, grinds every time you try"... And the belt cover was sitting in the storage area. The snow plow it pretty beat, but looks like it could be fixed.

Looks like you have a great project there. Keep us posted as you go.

My book says those numbers come from the earlier way Clinton identified their engines...prior to 1961. My book goes on to say...and I quote..." The early numbering system has no practical use to the consumer. It is useful only when ordering parts and only to one who has access to a parts manual. No other information can be gained from the model or serial number than what parts fit a particular engine." With that said, both the B1260 and the B1290 are listed as 3.6 hp. Check out this link in the Manuals Section. Weight difference was 6lbs...probably because the B1260 has a reduction gear...it looks like the B1260 also has a longer crankshaft...B1290 (13 13/16)...B1260 ( 16 41/64). The B1260 should work, but the longer crank could be an issue. Look at the 1960 page in the link.

The motorcycle clutch pack and chain drive is a unique feature. It looks like you have a good basic starting point though. I will be looking forward to seeing the resto.

Just slap one of these on there... and the Pine Bush cops might let it slide.

If I wanted both on the tractor at the same time I would think about adding a back blade. It would also balance the tractor.

You're making me cringe, just thinking about altering that C-160. Please do not alter or restore that tractor. She looks great as is and IMO is the best WH made.

ACman, Looks like a keeper.Nice!JAinVA

Neck getting a little stiff donuts.....there much better!

My grandfather can be see driving the Raider 12 I currently have now. I with my brother and cousin right around August 1990. I am the one sitting towards the front with an eager smile on the trailer.

Taryl is a hoot! Glad he could fix you up.

Thats great, thanks for that information. I did a little bit of research and I thought they were the same engine

For years I used a vacuum gauge to diagnose engine troubles and do tune ups. Low vac-retarded timing, rapid swing-sticky valve, drifting back and forth- lean mixture. ect. I still have a couple kicking around. I wish there was a port to install one on a K301.

That's a good point Terry. I've heard that's how the 754 came about. They ran short of K-181's so they made some with a K-161.

Congrats on the new horse. Nothing like quality seat time from the beginning.

I was able to get the pressure washer out today and clean all the years of crude off and butt if. Looking prettygood for a worker.

There is no such thing as unexpected...

I personally think that is a very fair price. Someone could buy this and do it all with one tractor, but what kind of weirdo has one tractor? That would be just plain rediculous. I mean most people have around a dozen tractors don't they? Dennis help me out here!

I was surprised also at the extreme sale price. My question is about how many versions of the Front Weight Assembly "tombstone" they made? I have a couple original manuals on it and it doesn't show the handle style. The manual i have is 8-1221 dated 7-1969 and the picture show it mounted on a GT-14 with one or two weights. We have all seen them mounted on different wheel horses as the weight carrier can be easily fabricated from wheel horse. I assume the handle version came later after customers complaining about pinched fingers. The person that is making the reproduction ones, do they have a handle or handle less?

I'm lost on what to do this 420 lse has 290 ish hrs price is but has been poorly maintained and cared for runs good he says and no # on plate out of 200 just has guys name and specail edition. Price e is 2000 obo comes with tiller that's almost new.