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  1. 10 points
    Mounted the grader blade on the C195 yesterday. it works good in the back driveway for gravel.
  2. 10 points
    If you are a Marine you know what today is. On your person you see a stamp of two yellow footprints with the inscription "Property of USMC" Born on 10 November, 1775. This is the day every Marine was made. So here to you and are Corps Happy Birthday.
  3. 10 points
    One of the biggest points of wear are those front steering spindles . I've rebuilt many front axles and it's the same issue every time - the bottom section of the spindle never receives enough grease to go all the way around the shank and it becomes galled over time . Dealing with my D series right now which also uses roller thrust bearings . One is so bad it galled the destroyed bearing onto the spindle so it must be replaced . Most front axles at minimum have to be bored and sleeved with bronze sleeve bearings which can be a pain and gets expensive . My advice - spend an extra minute or two and jack up the front axle to take the weight off those spindles , then grease and cycle the steering with it unloaded . Be careful to avoid putting the jack on the grease zerk that feeds the axle center pin . Best way is to pick it up by the frame with a spreader beam fitted to the jack so the weight is off that center pin as well . I dealt with heavy equipment and trucks for years replacing spring bushings and kin pins - you could tell which ones were jacked up before greasing since they lasted far longer before any wear developed . Sarge
  4. 6 points
    I am getting out of the changing implements business. This C120 (formerly C160) is now permanently married to a 50In midmount. added ag tires and weights she should do well at grading. and for the 2-3 hours use a year she should last a long time. The Elcectro 12 in the back ground will be permanent backup plow tractor.
  5. 6 points
    Ok, there is no way that I'm the first guy to do this. I was looking for a replacement for my destroyed steering wheel. The options to fit the shaft were few and I thought a bit expensive. Thinking back to when I raced dirt track, I had a brain storm. Or a slight drizzle. A steering wheel quick connect is a 3/4" shaft. $25 for the quick connect and $32 for a Grant classic wheel. No modification made to the shaft. I drilled a hole in the coupler for a roll pin. I might rig a spot weld on it. Cool thing is if the wheel is in the way while doing maintenance, it takes half a second to rip it off. Mark.
  6. 6 points
    My wife and I spent the day at "Flywheeler Park" at Avon Park Florida, Got to hang out with old friends and saw some neat stuff; enjoy. This is a "Fromall" which was built with parts From All Sorts of Stuff !
  7. 5 points
    Old age starting to get me. An excellent excuse to have more Horses! 1 or 2 for mowin'. 2 for snow removal. 3 or 4 for grandsons; wagon rides, leaf sweeping, races, rolling the lawns. 2 automatics for granddaughters, mailbox runs and keeping tabs on the boys. Simple enough.
  8. 5 points
    Looks and bet it is an excellent implement. I use my Allis-Chamers blade on my stone 'n millings driveways.
  9. 5 points
    mmmmmdonuts very good advice but be carefull about the amount of grease you put into the pto bearings, too much and it will creep out and get on the friction surface and cause the pto to slip don't ask how I know this.
  10. 5 points
    My problem would be........Now where did I leave my steering wheel.....
  11. 3 points
    Hello all Richy in West Wales here. I collected my Wheel Horse today - bought from a classic car /automobilia auction a couple of weeks back. I'm new to this - can anyone tell me about this model please, as I'm clueless so far!
  12. 3 points
    For the first time in my 40 year old life, I changed oil, gear oil, a fuel filter, and an air filter. Woot! Now I am looking to rewire my headlights and apply some grease. I was just going to grease the spindles, but I noticed some grease plugs on each side of the back axle. Is there anywhere else that I should think about greasing? Is there any other maintenance that I should learn? Thanks guys!
  13. 3 points
    I saw the comment that the two stage and single stage used the same cranks. Here is a picture of my two. Top (silver) is from my two stage and the bottom (Black) is from my single stage. Same dimensions but the single stage has a rotating handle. Here are the dimensions Also, my two stage has a longer connection tube so that the crank can be used with a cab. Kurt My two stage was missing the sway bar also, so I made my own. I used some 1/2" HMW Poly for the rub block. It works just fine, but limits the opening of the hood. Kurt
  14. 2 points
    I just got finished making up a crank rod to turn the snow thrower chute on my 520-HC with a Ber-Vac snow thrower. Here are some pics of how I did it. I am very pleased with the results. I used a 3/8 drive universal and a 3/8 drive extension. My neighbor welded the extension into a piece of 1/2 inch conduit and the universal into a piece of 3/4 inch conduit. Then he welded the original crank handle in the other end of the 1/2 inch conduit. The universal snaps into the extension giving me the flexible joint I need for the angle and also it's easy to remove when I remove the snow thrower with no tools. I can let the universal attached to the snow thrower. The 3/4 conduit has a 3/8 hole drilled in it for a bolt to fasten it to the chute gear on the snow thrower. The 1/2 inch conduit fits perfectly in the hole on the support bracket attached to the tractor. All I need to do now is make an attachment for the lift assist springs on the front quick hitch bracket.
  15. 2 points
    With all the talk about snow plows of late and winter on the way I thought I would share a few parts I decided try and make and I think they turned out pretty nice...the adjustable skid shoes for keeping the cutting edge/wear bar up out of gravels or grinding off on asphalt/concrete the factory O.E. are sand blasted black the ones I made still raw steel then painted black on the plow ,and the rear axle quick hitch black factory and raw steel I made the locking keys if you look close enough the pitted one's are original and non pitted I made, Jeff.
  16. 2 points
    Package deal like that around here in VA would go for $2500+/-, I just got one with a bagger with 560 hrs for $1000 another in the spring with just a deck $1200 the 2stage blower $250 last fall and my tiller (which BTW will leak from the gearbox perpetually) $300 5-6 years ago but that depends on the shape of the tines so let's say $1200 tractor with deck + $300 blower + $300 tiller and a cab another $200 so depending on your area $2000+ would be fair for the whole package, then ask yourself what would $2000 get you at Lowe's or Home Depot just my opinion,. Oh I just saw the rear clevis hitch and disc and turnover moldboard plow an aerator and front mount dethatcher and yard cart HOPEFULLY you get all that (anything that fits or for use with that wheel horse) too!!!, great find,Jeff.
  17. 2 points
    Sorry about the Cubs but seriously, I believe there is a (other brands) section if you wish to discuss them. Oh and by the way to and don't be afraid to ask for any help with your 520 it is a nice machine and there is lots of information and good people here on Redsquare to answer any questions you might have.
  18. 2 points
    Does luck follow you! Don't mess around asking a bunch of questions about the C160 or it won't follow you for long! Go get it! Ask questions later!
  19. 2 points
    Just an update. Finally got all the pieces blasted, primed and painted. Now the real challenge sets in....Waiting for the paint to cure before starting to put it back together. Also, any suggestions on seats is appreciated. The recipient of this tractor, my son-in-law, is about 6'4 and 240 lbs, so I need to find a seat with good suspension and one that can be mounted far enough back so he won't be too cramped. I have a stack coming from @jimkemp so that decision is made. I was going to add more white accents but the SIL wanted all red, except the wheels of course. It seems that the disassembly and reassembly are the fun parts. The blasting, grinding and priming is monotonous...Painting isn't bad because you know the reassembly is getting near, but then that impatience gene kicks in.... Tempted to start tearing down the 856, but wisdom says not to have two tractors torn apart at the same time..... Oh...and...the pics. Rough count is about 200 individual pieces to blast, prime and paint, for the tractor alone......
  20. 2 points
    No Dennis. I dont know for sure what years but I parted out a 90 that had swept axle and no gear reduction.
  21. 2 points
    #40 roller chain works very well on my plow tractor
  22. 2 points
    11-10-1969 Sesame Street debuts On this day in 1969, “Sesame Street,” a pioneering TV show that would teach generations of young children the alphabet and how to count, makes its broadcast debut. “Sesame Street,” with its memorable theme song (“Can you tell me how to get/How to get to Sesame Street”), went on to become the most widely viewed children’s program in the world. It has aired in more than 120 countries. The show was the brainchild of Joan Ganz Cooney, a former documentary producer for public television. Cooney’s goal was to create programming for preschoolers that was both entertaining and educational. She also wanted to use TV as a way to help underprivileged 3- to 5- year-olds prepare for kindergarten. “Sesame Street” was set in a fictional New York neighborhood and included ethnically diverse characters and positive social messages. Taking a cue from “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In,” a popular 1960s variety show, “Sesame Street” was built around short, often funny segments featuring puppets, animation and live actors. This format was hugely successful, although over the years some critics have blamed the show and its use of brief segments for shrinking children’s attention spans. From the show’s inception, one of its most-loved aspects has been a family of puppets known as Muppets. Joan Ganz Cooney hired puppeteer Jim Henson (1936-1990) to create a cast of characters that became Sesame Street institutions, including Bert and Ernie, Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch, Grover and Big Bird
  23. 2 points
    Got another good spark plug you can try? I always keep a spare new one for times like this. Try it and if it works leave it there. If it still doesn't run I remove the new plug and save it for the next time. Weak plugs will fire out of the head but can fail under compression. Garry
  24. 2 points
    I don't have one either, but my 520H is just fine with out it.
  25. 2 points
    Welcome to Red Square - Looks like you found a great deal on a nice 520H. I agree with some others. If it overheating, I would you pull the engine shrouds and clean the cylinders and heads. Most likely it packed with oil, dirt, and grass. Especially the rear cylinder. Even if it wasn't overheating, I would suggest you do that. Lots of help here if you decide to get it. Kurt
  26. 2 points
    The lift assist spring is important with hydro lift as well as it allows the blower to float more and helps it from digging down into the ground on gravel and should actually help with steering to a point as it is pulling up on the blower. Also without it the blower lifts crooked with the right side barely lifting off the ground.
  27. 2 points
    One of the more desirable WHs. I really don't need it but I DO desire it. Most all C, 300,400 and 500 series attachments will fit, though as already noted the dozer blade will need extension. This is because it has a forward swept axle that will also accommodate the 60" deck. I'm guessing you'll have to spend some time pulling the engine tin off and blowing out fins. My 2 cents from mowing with my 416 Onan is that there are better engine choices for mowing. Mine is however a great leaf and grass cutting collector! Seems they all try to gather on the engine shroud! Won't help with engine cooling! And if I might interject a question, guys, does the swept axle also mean steering gear reduction? Either way I'm pretty sure I'd have to buy it! Hubcaps, weights and if that was a 48" deck? Yep! Silly match up IMHO to put a 42" on that 20 hp beast!
  28. 2 points
    Nice Horse! Yes, 48" SD deck, height adjustment on the right. Be sure to clean all the engine and trans fan. Post your progress, we Horses' need updates!
  29. 2 points
    mr washington, Glenn you were a great president
  30. 2 points
    Certain case of Wheel Horse Addiction. A good thing! Does the Ms. believe the, "Followed me home." story thingy?
  31. 1 point
    I have nothing but awe for the beautifully restored or maintained machine.However they aren't in my price range so I drag home WHs that cost $500.00 or less.That price range keeps me out of the doghouse with the missus.This is the newest companion to the big ugly and hoodless 520. The seller said it ran and he got it started.No smoke or knocks but badly surging and it wouldn't stay running unless hooked to his truck battery. We dropped the deck and winched it onto my truck,tied it down and then loaded on the deck.Oh well I love the challenge.JAinVA
  32. 1 point
    And as you might have heard it is very important to keep the Onan engine clean and free of debris to help keep it cool - there are many threads on this, maybe someone will post a link to one.
  33. 1 point
    Years ago most service stations/garages had a Champion cabinet on the wall. There was an electrical cord to power a coil and an air line to a regulator that added air pressure to a cylinder the plug was threaded into. The air line also supplied an on-board sand blaster to clean the plug. To test the plug one threaded it into the cylinder that has a glass window and a mirror. Push a button and the coil would fire the plug which you could watch in the window and mirror. Then you cranked up the air pressure to see if the plug would fire under pressure. A used plug would eventually quit firing but forget what pressure was considered acceptable. The air gauge also had the poor, fair and good band on it's face. Garry
  34. 1 point
    First time I watched it was in the early '70's when my kid's had it on the 23 inch console TV sitting on the floor in the living room of my first house. They liked cookie monster.
  35. 1 point
  36. 1 point
    Thanks Cleat will keep that in mind. I appears that is the same 4629 that is used on tillers and my 1 stage blower. There also appears to be another lift spring (110614) on the lift rod that goes from a loop on the lift rod to the mid attach if I am guessing correct? Also looks like there are some springs on it now will have to see if they are correct or not. PM sent on the 117550 bracket Jeff... so it looks like all I will need then is the 79-2530 bracket/bumper which possible I can fabricate. Saw what a couple of other guys did 'fish ... a good option ...will do some research on those threads. Actually Jay I didn't think they were all that heavy as I read, I was easily able to move it around by myself with just a hand truck. Wil def be borrowing some weights off a plow tractor tho!
  37. 1 point
    Search the forum for POR-15 topics and Slip Plate graphite paint. Both are viable options for undercoating.
  38. 1 point
    Ive seen this idea ((and a good one too)) ......Last summmer at THE BIG SHOW,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,((Jay) RoadApples did this......and im not gonna discuss the Horse Head...lolol
  39. 1 point
    That's what I like about this place, teamwork. Jim, nice grab on that blower. Glenn
  40. 1 point
    Taking the cylinders off the loader was very easy. The tarp was a big help in dealing with the fluid leaking from the cylinders and the lines. I used a small ice tray to collect the leaking fluid. Less than a quart leaked out in total. The system holds about 6 to 7 quarts. A drift help to keep the cylinders from rolling all over the place while I was trying to drain them. Only a few basic tools are needed. After I got the cylinders off I found that one was so bad I could push it in and out with very little effort. I was not sure how bad the other one was so I decide to just rebuild the two bucket cylinders. I decided I would leave the loader cylinders alone for now. I got the cylinders cleaned up and put them in the back of my station wagon. On the way home I stopped at Mooradian's Hydraulics in Castelton, NY since I was told they would have the O rings. When I walked into their shop it looked like hydraulics heaven with all kinds of tubing and machinery all over the place. I asked if they had the O rings and they asked if I wanted to rebuild them myself. I said not particularly. They said they would take a look at them and to call the next morning, so I left the cylinders. I called the next morning around 10 AM and they said they were all done and the charge was $135 plus tax. I figured that was well worth not dealing with the mess and having them ready for work this coming weekend. Another shop told me 2 weeks and about $100 per cylinder which is why I was considering rebuilding them myself. Here are some pics. After I installed the loader I discovered that the bucket would not hold weight so the bucket cylinders needed to be rebuilt. My plan was to do them myself but I found a shop with very quick service and reasonable prices. I store some of my tractors in those snowmobile trailers.
  41. 1 point
    Sounds impressive! Why wouldn't everyone want one! Sales feature with no benefit! Cost's very little and offers even less.
  42. 1 point
  43. 1 point
    Nice tractor! Sorry, I nearly choked when I read what you bought your D200 for! Holy cow! That 520H looks great though!
  44. 1 point
    The best thing to do is drop it off on Saturday AM in my barn and never come back.... we will take real good care of her... lol
  45. 1 point
    I am excited Vin.............i wanna keep in the loop..................good luck.....good taste,,,Good Job !!!!!!
  46. 1 point
    To save a good steering wheel, it's just seems so much easier to cut the shaft. Do whatever and weld it back together or use a 3/4 shaft coupler. Less than 1 minute from the decision to pull off the wheel to having it off so that's huge a time saver. The shaft coupler and shaft can be drilled and attached with roll pins. Probably not the best option for a complete factory restore job but certainly very effective for saving time and aggravation on your average worker. Cut the wheel off like you did for a damaged one.
  47. 1 point
    I have the enhanced "Mash Pole Sign" ready to go. You do need a more comfortable chair Howard, almost missed your nap.
  48. 1 point
    I agree with Dave. My 88 520H was doing the same thing. I pulled to top off the carb and cleaned everything with carb cleaner and the problem went away. You can pull one of the jets out from the top and clean that too. Watch out for that needle valve and the link that connects to the choke, both go missing easily. Kurt
  49. 1 point
    Guys one of our members came to me with a good deal on a brinly plow so i would rather support a member so i bought his brinly,, i have the phone number of the guy that has this plow ,so if any one of you want it pm me i will give you the number.. As i am not allowed to post things for sale that i am not going to biy or that are not mne so pm me for number,, and the brinly i bought has the coulter wheel on it ..
  50. 1 point
    I did know so much time had passed since my last post. After looking at the Johnnie Bucket product , cost was way out of Ballpark. Decided to try to locate electric actuator under the seat pan. Found a 700 lb actuator at Mypushcart.com for $119.00 no shipping charges and also ordered Toggle reversing switch part number 27332 from Northern for $12.99 plus shipping. Look in scrap metal pile in and outside of my shed found 2 large pieces angle iron which my brother welded together and made brackets to hold motor end of actuator ( holes on actuator are 5/16 " ) he also welded an additional upright on clevis hitch. I remove seat , seat pan , gas tank and side pieces of metal under gas tank. I know the 310-8 needs a lot of cleaning , rust removal and painting. I did a quick attachment with C clamps yesterday to see if it would work. I know from the pictures that the actuator is not straight and tilted. I had planned to work on it today but that did not work out. Since the backyard is my work shop the ragweed is driving me nuts and project may take longer than I want. Please see pictures.
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