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Some thing special from Wisconsin this week.

Did a well needed oil change on the 310-8 today greased it up and now ready for mowing duty!

Did a pulley swap on the no name 8. (Sorry for the voiceover, my mom was recording for my family for me) VID_20230717_175811892.mp4

Why not use the tried and true Shell Rotella T1 straight 30 weight Conventional oil - has zinc, will not blow a hole thru your wallet....? For a bit more, you can go with the T5 Synthetic blend......... both readily available.

..., my Wife of 46 years took her last breath and was gone. We buried her a week ago Saturday - she was diagnosed in late March with Esophageal Cancer. The sucessful recovery rate for that is appalingily low - 15%...... My adult children and I had to ask her 2 weeks before she passed as to just what her final wishes were, so it be clear in her final days. With the help of Friends, Old and New, we were able to meet her requests. She wanted to die at home... after her last Hospital stay, we had the help from Home Hospice to meet that request. They are exceptional people. Check... She wanted to be buried wearing her Wedding Gown. That one took the help from an old friend - my Best Man's Father in law. The FIL owned a string of Dry Cleaning stores in the Boston area, and as a Wedding present 46 years ago to my Wife, he cleaned and preserved her Gown on a form, Vacuum sealed in plastic, placed in a box, in a box, in a box. We had it saved for just that purpose. Check... She wanted to be buried locally in the same Cemetary as her Parents, in a plot near them for she and I, This almost did not happen - old Cemetary that was so full up, they recently demolished the Chapel to add a few more gravesites - and those were now full. I have known the Funeral Director for 25 years or more - he did a little checking and there was ONE double plot available that was recently sold back to the Church, as the previous family had other plans. He reserved it for us, part of the final bill. Just a row behind her parents, about 8 graves away. Check... Through the decline of her health, my Wife never lost her sense of humor. I took her for numerous CAT Scans and MRI's - the technicians have a shopping list of questions to be answered prior to the procedure... Do you have any metal in your body - pins, plates, or screws? - Nope she would reply. Dentures or partial plates? - another Nope. Any tattoos? - she would look them in the eye and say that there was no ink on her Birthday Suit!! Driving her home, she would remark that those technicians had a crappy job, and they needed a bit of cheering up..... Folks I run into ask how I am doing. I tell them I am not at the point were each day gets a little better, but each day sucks a little less than the day before..... Bill

Officers did eventually get him to pull over so they could inform him that he lost his skier.

This past weekend in Marshall Mi. there was a tractor show and pull . I sent the kids out for photos and this is what I have . The pictures don’t do justice for how many tractors are there as the antique tractor club grounds are across the street where the pulls were being held . I never made It over there but it was packed with tractors too . Has anyone else seen a AVCO NewIdea cart ? I personally didn’t see a Wheel Horse there but caught this guy pulling out with a load of Amigo’s and they have their own story . https://www.farmcollector.com/tractors/tractors-collections/amigo-classic-garden-tractors-zm0z23janzawar/

Dude flunked out of the "@Pullstart Higher Academy of Loading Logistics for Open Utility Trailers (PHALL- OUT)"...

UPDATE: I took a stab in the dark. Did the simplest thing first. Replaced the original fuel pump with a compatible device off of Amazon. It worked! Fixed!

The party will have to be delayed on that "Party Barge"... Maybe the party started too early????

TB testing at the farm today, due to having beasts in some fields within a 5 mile radius of an other farm, that has tested for TB in some cattle. 8hrs testing 300 plus animals in the non stop pouring rain. Even with water proofs I got wet in places I didn't think possible. Home now. Rain stopped and sun trying to show. Typical!

What we've got here is a clear-cut case of not having enough half broken bungees.

Welcome. The leak may be a result of the axle needle bearing failing. Jack her up and see if there is any up/down front/rear movement in the wheel hub assembly. If so need to replace the axle bearing. 1/8" or so of in/out movement is OK

Nice score Bill! My C105 was my 1st Wheel Horse- $200 purchase & it was only 4miles away. It's my go to work horse for snow removal, dirt spreading, trailer moving, etc.

You’re now in the Lubrication Hall of Fame. 😁

I just got a great deal on 14 Tractors,3 Tillers,3 Snowblowers,12 decks and more..... A lot of good parts...

No tractor projects to yak about, but I did run a gallon or more of fuel thru the 414-8 this afternoon. I love mowing and try to change up the pattern each time I mow.

Just wondering how many gardeners have been a victim of "Peppergate" this year? @WHX??, I know you were a victim of Peppergate. Apparently this is not isolated to Wisconsin. I purchased plants that were marked as poblano peppers this spring, same flat, same label in with the peppers. Well.... I have a mixture of poblano and cubanelle peppers.. One of my "jalapeno" plants is actually a serrano plant. So far I'm not too upset about my experience with Peppergate, actually found out that cubanelle's taste pretty darn good when stuffed. Taste kind of like a sweet banana pepper. I just added some of my surprise serrano's to the stuffing mix to jack the heat up a little. Cooked up some of my surprise cubanelle peppers stuffed with chicken, cream cheese, black beans, tomato, chopped surprise serrano peppers and cheddar cheese on the smoker, Added a little sour cream and home made salsa for toppings for a most excellent meal. A little info on 2023 "Peppergate". https://www.housedigest.com/1333331/peppers-mislabeled-peppergate-seed-jalapeno/

It lives! It doesn't do much else, but it lives! Doesn't charge the battery and I'm not sure what this melted fuse goes to, but it's a start! received_665734635029106.mp4

Been meaning to post pics with mine on my 414-8 for a yr because this post really helped me out. Triple bypass in Jan got in the way of posting my Triple Rib tias....lol These are Deestone 4:00-8 on 4" rims? May be 3.5" rims but old WH rims made for 4:00 tire with tapered bearings if that helps any. Done forgot actual rim width sorry all. 4" is my bet, Lordy Lordy I think I'm an old fart folks. Well no more sliding around slowing my old arse down, Im safer cruising on high now..lol. Well high sometimes, I really sped her up substantially..so hit high you hang on tight, yeehaw! Grip is just fantastic on my hills with tri-ribs, I highly recommend them. Best part its just like having power steering man! If you suffer from upper extremity issues like myself, this is your answer! They don't call them "Easy Steer" for nothing that's a fact.

Straight weight synthetic motor oils are rare, Amsoil and Royal Purple have it.

Two words: Got goats? I've never done lawns year round, and I do love snow and winter, but the uncertainty of snow frequency and amount makes cutting grass a more reliable and predictable activity... but, I can appreciate that it would get old...

Our Prayers for you and yours Bill.

Dude driving appears clueless about the extra drag on his ( her ) vehicle.

Look very much like the drive gears on my old push type reel mower.

May have been a victim of tag switching? Some like screwing around to mess with certain stores. The farmer market here is the best pepper place. Prices not to bad. I love those stuffed cubanelle with 50/50 ground beef and pork, rice, egg and tomato soup. and a side of mashed taters.

Omg, Im so sorry to hear this sir. I know my words wont help much, so Ill say a few more prayers tonight our freind. Keep the family close, even those who need a kick in the pants at times help with this pain. I mean' who's better to holler at right? Damn sorry for your loss Bill! 🙏 ❤️‍🩹

I don't know the KT17 so will wait for others to chime in but a word of caution in the mean time. From what little I can tell, it is possible that your float has stuck and it is being flooded. If that is the case and depending on how much you've cranked it, a considerable amount of fuel could have made it's way into the crank case which YOU DO NOT WANT. If you pull your dipstick and it smells like fuel or appears to be diluted, don't try to run it until we can figure out what's going on.

sorry for your loss. happy you had that conversation. I had the same conversation with my father before he passed. He too told me his final wishes and was able to grant everyone of them. May she rest in peace.

I am very sorry to hear about you loss. On a good note all of her wishes were honored and met which is a great thing for you and the children to live with. It’s refreshing and inspirational to hear of someone with such a sense of humor through out the most difficult time of their lives. It teaches us a lot on how to deal with adversity and difficult moments . The fact that she wanted to buried in her wedding gown states volumes on what she felt about you and your marriage . Incredible gesture and presence of mind. May she rest in peace .

Thanks Jeff! I bet this one makes a sizable rackett!

great machines -- lucky you !!! I have the plastic seat pans on my two blackhood C175's -- i know some people prefer the tin pans but to me the plastic gives the unique characteristic look of the black hoods - plus i am fortunate no cracks in my pans !!!!!!

My B-80 pulling tractor with a Kohler CH20 v-twin

Had a great day getting my but kicked by my son again today! Iam also proud of him for finishing in 4th place! Lots of big money tractor there again also. 20230715_131037.mp4

Did I need another horse? Absolutely not, but for $50 I had to buy it. One of my wife's co-workers got in touch with me about this 312-8 that was rough and he emphasized rough. It needs lots of love so I don't know if I'm gonna part everything out or try and get it running. Always happy to have another one though!

Now wait a minute it ain't what ya' thinkin'! We picked up a matching set of C-85 Black hood Wheel Horse's! They both have the old style plastic rear fenders and 8 speed UniDtives. Also received two 36-inch mower decks and a nice dump cart. I didn't even know if the C-85"s were running or not but when we got home I turned the key and 8 hp Kohler spun over, checked the fluids real quick and opened the gas valve and the C-85 started up! Well I guess it's more project to work but now me and my boy can ride around on matching Wheel Horses at the Annual Wheel Horse Show. Wild Bill in Richmond VA

Actually we do. Spoiled little turds will eat every bush and potted plant, or raid the hay. They wiped out the corn and watermelons in my garden once in just a few minutes (someone left the gate open). They belong to my wife, and all I can say is she almost lost them all to lead poisoning on that day. They graze only when nothing else is available. Useless good for nothing!

Good price but I had an issue Chaparral. Ordered two tires on Ebay and when the tires came in they sent the wrong size. They would not respond to the Ebay request and I called and they said to return them through Ebay. I did and they would not receive them because they was a balance due on the return shipping they provided. Ended back at my PO And they wanted me to pay the return of the return shipping. Amazing. The cost was higher then the tires cost. I told the PO to keep the tires They ask what are we going to do with them.....IDK? I ain't paying. A supervisor straighten out the cost and give me the tires. I did have to send them back via FEDex paid by Chaparral I got a refund and it turned out they did not even have the tire I ordered. Blamed it all on COVID. I now rarely buy from a seller on EBay with a lower than 98.5 rating, no matter how good a deal seems. It has worked out.

Last winter was mild for where I live. We are prone to "lake effect" snow squalls that can dump accumulating snow by the foot in a very short time. I have a 2stage walk behind Toro for those big snows. Overall the 10hp w/blower works pretty good. 1st or 2nd gear sending the power to blower allowing it to consume the snow & throw it effectively. My driveway is level & new cement so tire chains are out of question! I do run rear wheel weights & an additional 90lbs on rear hitch. With dozer blade it pushes snow pretty good- it's all technique. I really need to get a 2stage blower but that will also involve a higher HP tractor. A typical winter here a 2stage is a must have.

I can get you some later. Might be one or two in my Automatic restoration thread.

Perfect candidate for a 14-16hp Magnum motor swap. Ditch that Onan!

Awesome, thanks for taking us along Jeff.

Thanks everyone for the kind words and support. Here is a takeaway from all this... The times are a-changin' - and maybe not for the better. As I was getting into the family limo after the Church Service, my Funeral Director friend came over and asked how I doing... I replied that so far, all was well. I joked that so far, there were no fistfights yet and no one got locked up! He changed his tone to tell me that just that seems to be the new normal in his business. He said that 6 out of 10 times there ARE serious incidents. He asked if I ever saw a Funeral procession with 2 or 3 Family limos. That was because of the "It's all about me" egos of younger folks - they cannot put their differences aside for even one day and demand separate cars.... Sad.

Ral 3003 is the red powder coat I use.

Love the Blackhoods!

Very nice! I think one with a deck and cart would have been a great find in that condition

I have a battery tender on everything that I don't drive every day. I can actually go ten years on the same battery that's in my diesel tractor and bobcat skid steer loader.

At that asking price the seller must be attempting to recoup all of the cost to build it including a large quantity of adult beverage consumed during the conceptual process!

You might call that a "junkyard" ,others know that as "Wheel Horse Heaven". Great deal for ya and save as many as you can. :handgestures-thumbupright: