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  1. 9 points
    Winter is here and its time to go through my c81. Its got a couple issues that need attention, oil leaks, motor mount, clutch sometimes slips, fuel system and tank cleaning, sloppy steering. Some other small things and a good tune up. This is my daily driver I mow the lawn and do yard work with and I dont want to paint or "restore" it. I am however considering putting a nice patina finish on it and fixing the dents. Figured I would post some before pics and update as i go along.
  2. 7 points
    Only the Land Rover 90 belong to me. Put an Isuzu 2.8 turbo diesel in with uprated intercooler. None of the rest belong to me, but I thought you lads might find it interesting what we have over here in England. The Model T was imported from Texas I believe. Complete with bullet holes.
  3. 7 points
  4. 5 points
    There is more common sense and practical experience on this forum than you’ll find at any help-line, hardware store, or machine shop. I joined four years ago when I inherited my fathers 1967 Wheel Horse. A year later I purchased my second Wheel Horse. My favorite request for help was when my newly acquired SK-486 would not start after just mowing the lawn. A chorus of forum members asked if I had remembered to disengaged the PTO clutch ... dah!!!!!!!!!! Of course they were right - as usual. But they did not make me feel like a clutz or newbie. Over the years I’ve gotten experience and even contributed a solution or two. This is an absolutely GREAT PLACE! Best social network on the internet.
  5. 5 points
    I find it helps alot when I talk to myself. ....after all I'm the only one who will listen to me. Most times it involves quite a bit of french like blow mf blow...or git the four letter word out of my way or when the tires don't steer till I lift the blower I'll mumble now steady big fella. My wife often asks who were you talking too? Even over the roar of the Onan she hears me.... course she's outside with a she shovel and I am in a nice warm cab. Most of the time if the talking to myself gets old I will just start singing to myself .....whatever tune is stuck in my head at the time. If that gets old I'll flick on the cab lights pull out in the road and pretend I'm helping land a jumbo jet. Hope this helps guys.
  6. 4 points
    I like racing motorcycles when I have the time and money
  7. 4 points
    They don't get much more patina than this one. No red color was on it at all until i sanded it down a bit... This is a gloss finish buffed out . Some might prefer to use satin or semi gloss. The important thing is that it is so easy to wash off dirt from clear coat.. The hood on your C will come out real nice as the dark primer sort of blends in with the red to make a dark cherry color. You cannot buy that look out of a can! I would suggest trying out any sort of paint restoration practice on a hidden part of the tractor [inside of hood or inside of guard or under seat] or an unimportant roller like the seat pan shown. The wuch better seat pan underneath it is an unrestored C-141 that I plan to clear over.
  8. 4 points
    Kevin, is there a diesel engine on the 1073? Need to put a new label on the choke cable.
  9. 4 points
    A few weeks ago I posted asking for direction on my, (at the time) non-starting C-160 Auto. I got several great pieces of practical advice very quickly and followed through as advised. IT WORKED! Yes... it was the Ammeter ! At the same time, following up on member advice I found several wires (likely from 1974) that were ridiculously worn and subsequently repaired those along with tightening my ground (all items suggested by members). It fired up and next I realized my new ammeter was showing a negative pull when running. So, back I go to old Wheel Horse Forum posts where I found that either my rectifier was bad or poorly grounded. I followed all posted advice and now here I sit.. The 1974 C-160 is running perfectly thanks to Wheel Horse Forum Members! So a hearty, "Thank You" to all and just one more favor please... Could you guys/ladies conjur up some snow so I can go out and do my drive and several of my neighbors too?? Not to be pushy, but sooner is better than later! Thanks all.. you are much appreciated here in Indianapolis.
  10. 4 points
    Good one, don't remember anyone ever asking for That kind of help. My first post was also answered promptly and made me a believer. Now six years later I continue to learn important information and have fun with friends on here every day.
  11. 3 points
    Very glad to see that Glen Pettit has returned to the Red Square! His products and support for Wheel Horse owners has been a Godsend to all of the Wheel Horse folks trying to keep their tractors going with parts we need to do the job of restoration and maintaining these great little tractors. Please support Glen and his products in the Vendors Section! I am very glad to see Glen active again and thankful for his good health.
  12. 3 points
    I thought for reference, I’d toss this in the electrical section. I was having issues loosing power at the coil in the run position, but it had power in the start position. I used some channel locks and pulled apart the swedge flange and this is what I found. some brake clean and a wire brush cleaned the brass parts up well! a little dielectric grease applied and using the ammeter, I was able to prove that I had power to the coil once again! ignition off ignition on, engine off. You can see a draw from the coil. After peening the flange back down, I was able to run Frank for a short while! then it would not start again... and this is where I forgot to take pictures, but I pulled it apart again and found a ton of debris from the plastic tumbler had come off and contaminated the grease. I pulled the plastic and found more springs and decent balls. I’m just going to say that after cleaning all the junk out, grease the springs, put greased detent ball bearings on the springs, and re-assemble with the aluminum casting up nd the components underneath. It keeps it all aligned much better. Then re-assemble the switch portion. Happy Frank!
  13. 3 points
    I don't have the Land rover, a 1986 Td 2.5 originally, any more. SWMBO was starting to find it a bit difficult to climb into. It was found in a barn about 20yrs ago. I rescued it, rebuilt it and owned it for around 13yrs. Sad to see it go. The first Scammell is owned by a chap up in Scotland. He used to go to vintage rallies with it and towed a showman's caravan. He has an interesting collection of tractors. The model T is also up in Scotland. Next is a Bedford artic. Late 1940's early 50's. Most likely ex services. Army, navy or RAF. Owner has about 6 I believe. Below that 1950's Austin/Morris horse box. Used for transporting stationary engines now. Can't remember the make of the three wheeler. Used in market gardens, farms etc. These were used mainly down south. After that a Leyland tanker. 1950's. Another Scammell with Showmans caravan. Probably 1950's. Next to last I'm not sure of the make, but the living body was built by the owner. The three Fords are early 1960's.
  14. 3 points
    Definitely want that one. The one on the lift rod itself is for the manual lift. Lets the blower float, reduces strain, and also the blower lifts very crooked without it as most of the weight is on the right hand side. Cleat
  15. 3 points
    Nice patina, since its a worker, a light wet sand and clear coat might also be a good preservation option. While everyone recommends using Ethanol free gas, its not always available. So make sure the clear coat is ethanol resistant, i learned the hard way. I've tested and found the Duplicolor clearcoat and the xxx high heat clearcoat are resistant. I tested several of the rattle can clears from the local hardware store and they were not.
  16. 3 points
    save that patina with penetrating oil and a cloth , that's the first thing I do on a recent project. the light oil will feed the paint and trap what is there, my recent 312 -8 looks clean and shinny with an oil rub down. looks like your driver training , is well under way, they grow up so fast. sloppy steering, is anything related to it, probably new wheel bearings , and added shims, tye rod ends ,or heim joints. steering column , sloppy ? good time to add a ( 2 bolt 3/4" flange bearing to console cross brace, very solid , grease everything. I usually shim up the sloppy pto handle fit , with nylon washers on inside , near battery , making it very solid and smooth , with lubricant. just seeing where you are on this , makes me tell you of my own similar issues , and fixes , good luck , pete
  17. 3 points
    I had not seen that type of cable before, thought about filling it in, but thought it was kind of cool. It was on the Charger 12 when I got it
  18. 3 points
    At this point, I tink, tink, tink... it just needs a rain cap.
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  20. 3 points
    Got about an hour and a half to work tonight, so I tacked the last couple of spots I needed to hit on the hood and replaced the rusty parts of the belt guard. I probably should weld the seams solid, but I’m trying to avoid as much distortion as possible on the guard.
  21. 3 points
    That diagram is great. I have the original from wiring book but this is better for my purposes. Thanks much! Lol.. color helps!
  22. 3 points
    @indywheelhorsenut I also have a 1974 C160 that is my all time favorite of all my wheel horse's. I started with 2 now I have 6. This is a wiring diagram I redone to help me with my C 160. It makes it a little easier.
  23. 2 points
    Just had a crown done on one of my back teeth and wow.! I hate coming down from the numb feeling. Can't talk and can't eat for at least three hours.
  24. 2 points
    Is that when Cindy pushes you down the hill in your driveway? CINDAAAAAAAAY!!
  25. 2 points
    Made these for 5 bucks plus some welding rod . Thanks everyone for your replies and pictures . ED
  26. 2 points
    This is what I put together to replace the tensioner rub block. Its been working well. The extension is necessary for the sprocket to clear the frame.
  27. 2 points
    OK, you got me. I must confess.....It was MUCH FASTER, maybe 110-120?
  28. 2 points
    There is a little flat bar on each end to keep the spring from popping off.
  29. 2 points
    Not all are able to be saved. The internal rivets come apart, the plastic does fail, parts wear down . But a good primer on rebuilding a switch.
  30. 2 points
    Sounds like a fun shop to be a fly on the wall!
  31. 2 points
    You may need a 1/2 link as well to get the exact right length. I needed one for the chain I just replaced on a tall chute single stage that I sold. Cleat
  32. 2 points
    It's common #40 roller chain. Tractor supply sells in 10" length with an included master link or order online. Just count the links from your original chain to size the new one.
  33. 2 points
    Because of the weight of the 2-stage blower, the spring really helps relieve the strain on your hydraulics. I use an electric lift on my 2-stage, and have that spring up front as well as the lift assist spring at the back of the lift boom. Sometimes I wish I could have a third spring, because the electric lift sounds like it is straining to do its work. Without that front spring, you might burst a seal on your hydraulics. It's the same spring that is used at the back of the lift boom, just a little more difficult to install. Jim
  34. 2 points
    My vote is the left shade, the right looks more dark grey than anything... the left looks to be in the same color group. Maybe ask Emory?
  35. 2 points
    By the way, this engine sat outside for a few months this past summer. Maybe only 2 months. It was my primary mowing rig until June or so then the C-101 donated a transmission to Putt Putt to make the big show... then it was neglected for a while. It smokes more than I would expect, even with fresh oil and gas. I hope it cleans up after a bit of run time... reminds me of a diesel before it builds boost the way it chugs smoke!
  36. 2 points
    Some day when I drive by TSC... Frank will get one
  37. 2 points
    KTM Duke with mod. Engine. 😎 not extremly fast , just 106mph but extreme acceleration. 95HP on 128 Kg..... if i need more speed get the Insignia - chiped turbo, go on Highway then we talk about 167mph.. fast enough but not too fast.. 😎
  38. 2 points
  39. 2 points
    Have a 98 Firebird gets up-and-down the road pretty good
  40. 2 points
    Agreed. The ONLY one I use. No time for the garbage and drama on the others. We have no cable. No internet. Just my phone. Redsquare. All I need.
  41. 2 points
    You mean like this...it actually helps the blower "float" a bit and I'm sure it's easier on the hydro...
  42. 2 points
    I'll be following. Let me know if you need anything. I have a C81 parts machine here. Not sure what's worth saving on it but I'd be happy to look at it if you have a specific need.
  43. 2 points
    I actually rewired my tractor to these colors so it is a piece of cake to find the right wire to check.
  44. 2 points
    Bullroar... your just trying to keep the Mafia on your good side...
  45. 2 points
    @chrisjb I am hijacking Eric’s plowing tips thread to give you a tip on liquid filling your tires... use a a portable air tank... pull the gauge out of the tank, fill it up, replace the gauge, charge it with 20-50 psi or air, turn the tank upside down, hook up the tire to the tank and let the air pressure push the liquid into the tire. You might need to purge the air pressure in the tire a few times, but my liquid filled tires have virtually no air pressure in them.
  46. 2 points
    I tell all my customers to go to the best wheel horse forum in the world. You will be glad you did.😀
  47. 2 points
    One of these two have always satisfied my need...
  48. 1 point
    Thanks again guys. Knew I came to the right place...
  49. 1 point
    So long as your machine has an open differential
  50. 1 point
    Going through some old pictures and found these. First is my lowered 72 Chevy longbed, 4/6 drop, stock drivetrain. Was my daily driver. Sold it but kept the suspension and put it in a 67 shortbed. Sold it due to having a kid😢. Also a picture of my 72 Bronco. I bought a finerglass half cab for it and swapped in a NP435 truck transmission with granny low. You could walk faster than it would move when in low/low. Awesome vehicle. I included a couple “vintage” models I made back in the woodshop phase. A woodie wagon with surfboards, a 32 ford pickup with blown v-8 engine, a kenworth with lowboy trailer and cat front end loader, a flatnose kenworth/lowboy with a Cat bulldozer and another blown v-8 engine that I had on a wooden engine stand till it fell off a shelf.
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