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Finally have both blades set up and dialed in. The rain has stopped in East Central Missouri so I used the little guy to fill some ruts and pot holes with gravel. It worked pretty well and I had a lot of fun playing in the rocks.

I would NEVER store a tractor outside. My suggestion would be to park the Wifey's car outside.

This is what I use

I'm looking for the motor oil drain plug on 1962 953 wheel horse

I agree with all of the above . But if it was sitting outside in the weather I go as far as pulling the gas tank off and washing it out, changing the gas lines and gas filter . I always change trans oil.if it's a 4 or 8 speed check the shift boot for cracks. Water gets in the trans through those cracks and will destroy a transmission. As ED said I always remove the tins. Mice and mud wasps build nests in there everytime.

If I may add to Jims list, I would also remove the top tins on the engine and verify the cooling fins are clean and clear of debris. Other lube points on the tractor should be greased. Grease zerks should exist on the front wheels, the steering spindles, the axle pivot, the clutch pedal, and the steering sector gear, If it has a deck, there may be grease fittings on the spindles. I would also remove the deck belt guard , clean out the debris, check the belt, and confirm the tensioner pulley is working. to another York Countian.

if the float valve is working correctly fuel shouldn't get that high, even if the fuel pump check valve was bad. Maybe the seat or needle valve tip has been compromised. Ethanol and time can ruin even viton valve tips. Edit: two other thoughts. The full inlet seat gasket could be leaking or the splash baffle gasket is interfering???

Uh, If you could tell me where this auction is located, I could check it out and make a better evaluation.

That's a rubber wear bar that Craig put on. Here is a picture Craig sent me that shows it better.

Haha. The 161 amd 606 look better in on line pics than they really are (like everything does, it seems). Dad took fanatical care of his Blackhood and the 606 was just really straight. Plus, I use them enough that by the time the mufflers cooled down to take a blanket I'd be using them for something else. I'm alway looking for an excuse to ride the horses.

I decided its time to fix the steering on the D250. I had planned on converting it to power steering but don't have the time right now. Water had gotten into it and the side cover was cracked from the water freezing. I sandblasted everything discovered that the shaft and worm gear were rusted bad. The races for the thrust bearings were almost completely gone. I ordered some new thrust bearings and machined the shaft for them. I had to build a grinding fixture to smooth out the worm gear. The shaft was too long for the steering wheel I decided to use so I cut about 3.25 inches off it. This required the shaft to have a new taper machined in it along with the splines and threaded end. This is the shaft after sandblasting. These are some of the pieces for the fixture I made for the chain saw sharpener to do the grinding on the steering worm. Partially Assembled. Set up for grinding. Shaft all ground - the taper machined and end threaded. Fixture set up to put splines on the shaft for steering wheel. Putting the splines in. Shaft all done ready to go back together. Partially assembled. Filled with oil and ready to go back in.

Um ah ...so much for mums the word!....when does production start?

If it was not running or unknown, I also change fuel line, filter and fuel cock.

My list would include change oil, check air filter, spark plug & points if so equipped. Really all about there is with out getting into carb cleaning & such. Maybe checking & lubing cables & linkages. An oil change is a must just because you may not know when it has been done. even if it looks clean it may be a few years old. Some guys may have de-carbon the head on the list but that means taking (some of) the engine apart. Checking & setting governors is not the worst idea. Different model have different things so best consult the owners manual and see what is recommended there.

Hole in the float and it filled with gas then sank opening the needle valve???

Build a nice shed that will not only enhance the value of your property, but your neighbors as well. Storing "stuff" outside does neither.

Those of you who have never been you will be hooked. Last year was my first time and I have been looking forward to this year ever since I pulled out on Saturday last year. I will be bringing an RJ 59 for delivery to new owner and bringing back an 854 and who knows what other goodies.

Looks like I will get to make it this year. Once every four years is better than not at all! Lucked out, will be working in Aberdeen, MD for the month of June, my wife is also getting to go with me as well. Looking forward to seeing everyone again. Will be there Friday and Saturday.

I usually jack from the center, then lower on jack stands. Tire work? My always "upgrade", lug nuts! Makes it easy to hang tires on studs when mounting. For me anyhow.

HL-6 came in the mail today. Thinking I may put it on the 1045

Here is the frame-plate bolt pattern....uniform for 4, 6 , 8 and automatics. Thats what I like about these machines.....easy swaps. You MAY have some linkage issues, but those parts are everywhere available from members...

Howard, sorry to hear of the problem. For the most part any transaxle will bolt up. The things that have changed over the years are mostly involving the brake band and how the lever that actuates it is connected. As long as the exterior appearance is close to the same it will work fine.

We are packed up and ready to go tomorrow, just still waiting to see what tomorrow brings...have a raider 10 for sale with us...hope the weather cooperates...want to show off Triclopse...

Too bad; the second year in a row with rain. Saturday is supposed to be better, so I'm going to give it shot. I'm trying to thin the herd so that I have room to work in my shop, so I'm bringing a running B-100 Automatic to sell at the auction. A soggy tractor show is better than sitting at home. See you there. Jim

When dealing with 50 yr old stuff you just never know what has happened.... I guess a pump is easier than turning the tractor upside down

Steve check your oil afterwards as mine did that. It could drip through the intake valve guide and down into the crankcase thinning your oil to the point it doesnt lubricate.

Could be a rogue piece of junk in the system that held the needle open and came out when you inspected it. I would clean it and put a kit in it since it is off the engine. The pressure exerted by the fuel in the elevated tank would be less than 1/2 PSI per foot of height so that is negligible.

My first thought is that you have a stuck float valve and you are over gasing the carburetor.

The Horses need lovin' and tender care. Explain that to the warden Ms. .

Agree with the first thought, but regarding the advice...Oh My...The Year of Living Dangerously Revisited...Brave, Brave man...

This is progressing VERY slowly. I may get 10 minutes or an hour here and there to poke around at things. But I stayed up WAY too late last night to get the K341 bolted in. The hood is just sitting on there for a place to put it so my wife can park in the garage. I have to finish up the linkages on the engine, put in my coil, transdensor (yes that is correct), muffler and various odds and ends to get her buttoned back up and running. I still need to work some magic on the front wheels so they hold the bearings tight.

Thanks for the likes.. there is no drain plug on the oil pan... Few more pics

I'm thinking... blankets for all.

Don't pressure me...... I hinted enough about my enthusiasm for prepping/painting, Lol. This is why I built the thing, then posted it all up! To give you an idea of time scale I'm... 'thinking' about... 'maybe' buying a paint brush.

Yes you do have a horseshoe up yer back side Jim...Brinly goes for what 75 alone?!?! Howard I am hooked on short frames...guard your '57's....

Now Richard what would you know about a 953?!?! The drain plug is right next to the spark plug..everyone knows that! Talk about a hard tail check out that seat...Let's eat! Bakers

Just was out to see @wheelhorseman1000 and he has a sweet looking hitch setup, that is very versatile all painted up and ready to go. I think this will be a must have item. Another well built, custom product for our Wheel Horses. Great job Lowell you are the master fabricator.

That is what I do also. I would be afraid of poking a hole in the bottom of the case or cracking it. Garry

I always jack on the housing for the rear axle and do one side at a time. If its strong enough to take the direct impact of a plow blade on the front, I don't see any issue with jacking it up there.

Guys,,,,,i have what might be a delema easier to fix than it seems,,,,,,,, Last summer,,,,RoadApples and ii went to NewYork,,,,,after a cash in hand exchange We headed home with a very tired looking 867 Horse.... Things are coming together UNTIL....this past weekend I had a chance to turn both axles ((Jacked up,,,wheels off......It made ungly noises.. Wow,,,,,,,,,,what to do,,,,I am lucky to have 2 ,,,8speeds on a shelf,,,,,,,,,,,,,,but.......will a transplant work,,,,,,are all 8 speeds born equal.....???? I sent a P,M, to a trans pro here in the Square,,,,,just waiting to hear back,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,But again,,,,,,,still curious,,,,,,,,, Am I stumbling into a bigger hole,,,,,than I can dig out of.??? thanks for any thoughts or opinions guys.........Howard857Horse in Va

Keep in mind we are talking about three springs in the motor {plus the springs in the pump.} The motor has one that is between the forward and reverse valve and one each that are in the valves themselves. I have uploaded pics in my How To Make An 18 Automatic Into A 23 Automatique LSE reply #57 showing these springs, from my 18 Automatic.

Here are the Wheelhorse instructions, they also are posted in the ad on my website in the pictures

Nice setup ... 2 fine looking Horses you got there . I don't know why I always do this but can't help but notice the 5.0 on the ranger and Q-code on the 72? Torino

I am with @stevasaurus. YOur idler pulley guard should be flat (parallel) with the top of the belt, and I think it should even be a little hard to get the belt to fit in between it and the pulley. If that guard stays angled like that, as soon as you push in the clutch, that flap will push the belt right off the pulley. My theory is that the first occurrence was a fluke, (bad belt, etc who knows?) and then after that it will continue to happen due to the damage caused by the first time. That belt will come off pretty violently if it gets pinched by something then yanked on by a 10HP kohler. Also be sure that your belt guard has that little tab on top up by the engine still that helps guide the belt when the clutch is pressed. If that tab wore away then I could see the engine grabbing the belt when the clutch is pressed (and thus yanking it out of the idler pulley damaging that little top guard on the clutch pulley)

Since 2010, Mrs. M's cookie bars and I have been going at the big WHCC show in PA. And as usual, we'll be there again. So no other traveling this year to other shows unless they are within 50 miles of home.

Hey, thanks everyone for all your help. I'm gonna try to post a pic of it. Looks to be in very good shape and the owner did not hesitate when I suggested a pull test for the tranny. It is coming with the original 42" deck and snow blade. What do you guys think a fair price is for what you see? Thanks you, Ron

When cutting grass "ALWAYS WIDE OPEN THROTTLE" as far as the motion control lever that's the beauty of the hydrostatic drive from a snails pace to the blindingly fast speed of 6MPH just don't mow as fast as you can and when ascending hills go only as fast as you are comfortable with also back slowly straight down the same tracks you went up this is how I've run my 520H for the last 19 years, Jeff.

As with most things "different strokes for different folks" I jack em under the diff housing - and lordy I have jacked a few. I mean, after all how may gazillions of autos, trucks, big tractors, etc have/are jacked at that point? Course I have to say it isnt a desirable point because the tractor will 'rock' because there isnt much of a flat spot there. Im doing a 'Big D's' hyd drive now and to get at that thing with as much ease as possible, I jack it as high as my floor jack will get it to get stands under it.

Lowes hardware selection depends on the store. The Lowes nearest me sucks , but the one 6 miles away is great. larger selection in every department few out stock items. Went to Lowes nearest me today for some indoor walking and to pick up some Rustolem (sp) raddle cans in red and black. Both were out stock. First time I have walked out lowes without buying something. My wife wanted to know if I was sick